WSF meeting covers budget, new vessels, terminal upgrades

The Washington State Ferries held its first community meetings of the year Jan. 21, sharing updates about the budget, anticipated...

By Molly Hetherwick Kitsap News Group • January 27, 2026 1:30 am


Kitsap Transit proposes added service ahead of World Cup

The Kitsap Transit Board of Commissioners received an update on the agency’s proposed added service for the FIFA World Cup…

By Joshua Kornfeld • January 27, 2026 1:30 am
Spartans, Vikings put on a show at gymnastics meet

The Bainbridge Spartans and North Kitsap Vikings stole the show at an Olympic League gymnastics meet Jan. 24 at Breidablik…

By Luke Caputo • January 26, 2026 1:30 am
NK dominates boys wrestling meet against Bremerton, Bainbridge

North Kitsap dominated a boys wrestling meet at home Jan. 21, defeating both Bremerton and Bainbridge by large margins.

By Luke Caputo • January 23, 2026 1:30 am
Student vaping a growing concern locally, nationally

Student vaping, using e-cigarettes, is a growing concern in Kitsap County, as it is around the country, says the Kitsap…

By Mike De Felice Kitsap News Group • January 20, 2026 1:30 am
COBI chosen by Commerce for Housing Accountability Act review process

The city of Bainbridge Island received notice Jan. 13 from the Washington State Department of Commerce that it has been…

By Staff report • January 19, 2026 1:30 am
Spartans fall in flag football double-header to top OL teams

Bainbridge lost against two of the top teams in 2A Flag Football Jan. 15

By Luke Caputo • January 16, 2026 1:30 am



Love of flamingos continues on BI

The spirit of flamingos lives on for Bainbridge Islanders at Eagle Harbor Book Co., which has carried themed merchandise since…

By Joshua Kornfeld • January 6, 2026 1:30 am
Rep. Nance breaks another record with run along Mississippi River

Representative Greg Nance (D-Bainbridge Island) of the 23rd Legislative District broke another world record this fall, once again in the…

By Molly Hetherwick Kitsap News Group • January 6, 2026 1:30 am


Bainbridge laws that are taking effect in 2026

The new year means change — for people and for the rulebooks.

By Molly Hetherwick Bainbridge Island Review • January 13, 2026 1:30 am
Rainy, cold weather doesn’t deter Jan. 6 protesters on BI

About 40 people attended the annual Jan. 6 protest at the corner of Winslow Way and Highway 305, braving chilly…

By Molly Hetherwick Bainbridge Island Review • January 7, 2026 1:30 am


Beyond Kegel exercises: the role of the spine in pelvic pain

I recently saw a patient who was referred to me by her OBGYN. At the time, she was a few…

By Jordan Duncan • January 23, 2026 1:30 am
Does speeding really save time?

Q: You write about the downsides of speeding, but what about the upsides? If I’m looking at it selfishly, speeding…

By Doug Dahl • January 23, 2026 1:30 am


Laura Gano, a family law lawyer with Lutz & Associates, was named Best Lawyer for 2025 by Bainbridge Island residents. Sponsored
January 12, 2026 7:30 am
Robin Callahan’s newest collection, Faith, Hope, Peace and Love, brings her philosophy of creating jewelry with meaningful intention to life – a radiant series of one-of-a-kind and limited-edition pieces designed to uplift and inspire. Sponsored
December 1, 2025 12:40 pm
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November 17, 2025 6:00 am
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October 27, 2025 6:00 am