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Student admits starting fires, expelled indefinitely

Thu, 23 May 2013 03:17:10 PDT

Poulsbo Police say a second-grade boy, either 7 or 8 years old, admitted starting fires at Poulsbo Elementary School Tuesday and Wednesday.

Couch fire forces evacuation of Poulsbo Elementary

Thu, 23 May 2013 03:17:10 PDT

Poulsbo Elementary School was evacuated Wednesday for the second time in two days, after a student noticed a couch in the school's library was on fire.

Culture and good cheer: Viking Fest 2013

Thu, 23 May 2013 03:17:10 PDT

For the 45th year, lovers of Scandinavian culture celebrated Viking Fest, founded to celebrate Norwegian Constitution Day.

Fire in bathroom causes students, staff to evacuate Poulsbo Elementary

Thu, 23 May 2013 03:17:10 PDT

A fire contained to a garbage can in a boys bathroom at Poulsbo Elementary School forced students and staff to evacuate May 21.

Cystic fibrosis patient takes on fundraising walk

Thu, 23 May 2013 03:17:10 PDT

Brianna and Nick Strand are taking the annual Great Strides Walkathon for Cystic Fibrosis to the next level. This year's walk is June 1 at 10 a.m., but the Strands have added even more activities for participants before the walk, so show up early.

Suggestions on making donations to Oklahoma tornado relief

Thu, 23 May 2013 03:17:10 PDT

Washington Attorney General and Secretary of State warn against scams

Port Angeles man killed, Poulsbo man injured in crash in Sequim

Thu, 23 May 2013 03:17:10 PDT

A Port Angeles man was killed and three people, including a Poulsbo man, were injured in a three-car collision on Highway 101 eight miles west of Sequim, Monday morning. The cause of the crash was under investigation Tuesday, Washington State Patrol reported.

One dead in early morning single-vehicle crash May 17

Thu, 23 May 2013 03:17:10 PDT

UPDATED: One Bremerton man died and another Bremerton man was injured and arrested for vehicular homicide, following a one-car collision near the 12500 block of Central Valley Road NW in the early hours of May 17.

Inslee signs bill strengthening the state’s ability to address derelict vessels

Thu, 23 May 2013 03:17:10 PDT

Gov. Jay Inslee signed legislation Monday that helps reduce taxpayer burden by strengthening the state’s Derelict Vessel Removal Program.

Erickson unopposed for Poulsbo mayor; challenges in six of 21 NK races

Thu, 23 May 2013 03:17:10 PDT

Barring a challenge from a write-in candidate, Poulsbo Mayor Becky Erickson is unopposed for a second term as the Viking City’s chief executive officer. As mayor, Erickson is paid $68,991 a year. The candidate filing period for the Aug. 6 primary closed Friday.

Golf: NK’s San Fellipo finishes second in Districts

Thu, 23 May 2013 03:17:11 PDT

North Kitsap’s Maddy San Fellipo was just two strokes above tying for first in the 2A District Golf Tournament May 14 at Gold Mountain Golf Club.

Bucs play Wolves for trip to State | Fastpitch

Thu, 23 May 2013 03:17:11 PDT

The Sequim Wolves are only thing between the Kingston Buccaneers and a trip to the 2A state tournament.

Fastpitch: Bucs play Bulldogs in first round of Districts

Thu, 23 May 2013 03:17:11 PDT

The Kingston Buccaneers will try to avoid being bitten by the Foster Bulldogs Friday in the first round of the 2A District Tournament.

Bucs: 2 boys, 3 girls take first at Sub-District meet

Thu, 23 May 2013 03:17:11 PDT

Though both Kingston Buccaneers’ boys and girls teams fell short of first, five individuals and one relay team topped the charts.

Soccer: Bucs, Vikes out in first round

Thu, 23 May 2013 03:17:11 PDT

The top two teams in Olympic League soccer this season were unable to advance to the second round of the state tournament this week.

NK's Carson Roberts takes first in long, triple jumps at Sub-Districts | Track and Field

Thu, 23 May 2013 03:17:11 PDT

Reagan Colyer, Havilah Criss, Kamina Flemming, Clara Lund, and the girls 4x400 Relay team take first at Sub-Districts.

Bucs, Vikes earn State berths | Boys soccer

Thu, 23 May 2013 03:17:11 PDT

The Bucs and Vikes both won their District games, advancing to the 2A State Soccer Tournament. The tournament begins May 15.

Vikes earn No. 4 seed to Regionals | Baseball

Thu, 23 May 2013 03:17:11 PDT

The North Kitsap Vikings are headed to the regional baseball tournament to play the Sedro-Woolley Bear Cubs May 18.

Viking baseball guaranteed trip to Regionals

Thu, 23 May 2013 03:17:11 PDT

Though the North Kitsap Vikings have played only a single game in the 2A district baseball tournament, the team is guaranteed a trip to the regional tournament.

Vikes earn No. 1 seed to Districts; share title with Bucs | Boys soccer

Thu, 23 May 2013 03:17:11 PDT

The Kingston Buccaneers and North Kitsap Vikings varsity teams are co-champions this season.

One big weekend in Kitsap | Kitsap Week

Thu, 23 May 2013 03:17:11 PDT

Armed Forces Day celebration, Viking Fest and more: a lot to celebrate in Kitsap this weekend.

Concert May 26 will benefit Humane Society | Kitsap Week

Thu, 23 May 2013 03:17:11 PDT

There’s a lot of significance in the May 26 concert at Bruce Titus Ford, 1215 Bay St., Port Orchard. One, the event will feature veterans from such rock groups as Steppenwolf and Pegasus.

Bremerton Symphony caps 70th season May 11 | Kitsap Week

Thu, 23 May 2013 03:17:11 PDT

The Bremerton Symphony Association’s season finale, “That 70 Show,” is May 11, 7:30 p.m. in the Bremerton Performing Arts Center

Dance for a Chance combats teen homelessness

Thu, 23 May 2013 03:17:11 PDT

Teens helping teens is the thought behind the upcoming Coffee Oasis benefit — the third annual National Dance Week Kitsap event — May 19 in North Kitsap Auditorium

Sisters shake the Treehouse | Kitsap Week

Thu, 23 May 2013 03:17:11 PDT

The Shook Twins — Laurie and Katelyn — intertwine harmonies with an eclectic and eccentric blend of folk, roots and pop.

Local author Kristin Hannah at Sons of Norway

Thu, 23 May 2013 03:17:11 PDT

Liberty Bay Books welcomes Kristin Hannah, who resides on Bainbridge Island, on her book tour for her latest novel, "Fly Away" May 7.

Hood Canal Brewery tasting room remodeled

Thu, 23 May 2013 03:17:11 PDT

Hood Canal Brewery has completed a remodel of its tasting room on Bond Road between Poulsbo and Kingston. A re-opening celebration will be held on May 25 and 26, noon to 8 p.m.

Peninsula Credit Union CEO earns certification

Thu, 23 May 2013 03:17:11 PDT

Jim Morrell, president and CEO of Peninsula Credit Union, was one of 40 credit union professionals to receive Credit Union Development Educator certification from the National Credit Union Foundation after week-long training earlier this month.

State disciplines local health care providers

Thu, 23 May 2013 03:17:11 PDT

The state Department of Health has taken disciplinary actions or withdrawn charges against the following health care providers in Kitsap County in April.

Watson is 1 of 7 Environmental Innovators

Thu, 23 May 2013 03:17:11 PDT

Watson Furniture was among seven companies recognized for Environmental Excellence at the Association of Washington Business’ annual spring meeting in Spokane on Tuesday.

Grounds for Change honored for stewardship

Thu, 23 May 2013 03:17:11 PDT

Grounds for Change, a specialty coffee roaster based in Poulsbo, was recognized as a “Best for the World” business by Certified B- Corporation businesses internationally.

Three buddies purchase classic car, hot rod shop

Thu, 23 May 2013 03:17:11 PDT

Longtime Poulsbo custom car hobby shop HMS Customs has a long track record of building hot rods and restoring classic cars from all over the Olympic and Kitsap peninsulas.

GuestHouse Inn & Suites wins two top awards

Thu, 23 May 2013 03:17:11 PDT

GuestHouse International in Poulsbo, owned and operated by Micah Kim, has been awarded two Boomerang Hotels awards: 2012 Inn of the Year and 2012 Innkeeper of the Year.

Estes Builders ranked high by Avid Ratings

Thu, 23 May 2013 03:17:11 PDT

Avid Ratings, the largest independent new-home survey company in the U.S., has awarded Estes Builders the 2013 Avid® Custom Builder Diamond Award, the highest customer satisfaction award presented to custom builders in the United States.

Pope Resources: $5.7 million sale to land trust

Thu, 23 May 2013 03:17:11 PDT

Columbia Land Trust has purchased 2,330 acres on the southern flanks of Mount St. Helens from Pope Resources.

REI will be welcomed to Silverdale at VCB annual meeting | Kitsap Week

Thu, 23 May 2013 03:17:11 PDT

The Kitsap Peninsula Visitor and Convention Bureau’s annual meeting and awards luncheon is May 22

Distribution of Canoe Ridge wines increased | NW Wines

Thu, 23 May 2013 03:17:12 PDT

Canoe Ridge Vineyard is back, thanks to a Seattle company that rescued the longtime Walla Walla winery.

King Cabernet comes in all shapes and prices | NW Wines

Thu, 23 May 2013 03:17:12 PDT

The Northwest, particularly Washington, has distinguished itself in recent years as a prime region for the king of wines.

Own a piece of history | Kitsap Week

Thu, 23 May 2013 03:17:12 PDT

Port Gamble is selling some artifacts May 18 to make way for expansion of the general store.

Bugs can bring out the best in bird watching | Kitsap Birding

Thu, 23 May 2013 03:17:12 PDT

It’s more poetic to rhapsodize about May flowers, but the real reason many of our songbirds fly north each spring is bugs.

Rainier Wine comes from humble beginnings | NW Wines

Thu, 23 May 2013 03:17:12 PDT

When Damian Davis launched Rainier Wine in 2005, his focus was on producing California wine. Now, the Florida native has created a label that showcases Washington and offers high quality at a great value.

Sweat and scenery | Kitsap Week

Thu, 23 May 2013 03:17:12 PDT

Riders from 16 states test their mettle on North Kitsap’s trails

Antiques and appraisals May 11, 12 at Fairgrounds | Kitsap Week

Thu, 23 May 2013 03:17:12 PDT

The Kitsap County Historical Society and Puget Sound Genealogical Society present the annual Kitsap Antique Show May 11 and 12 in Presidents Hall, Kitsap County Fairgrounds.

Gluten Free Foodies

Thu, 23 May 2013 03:17:12 PDT

Canoe Journeys Journal

Thu, 23 May 2013 03:17:12 PDT

Regarding the vote to close Breidablik Elementary

Thu, 23 May 2013 03:17:12 PDT

A celebration of what we have in common | In Our Opinion

Thu, 23 May 2013 03:17:12 PDT

Viking Fest starts Friday and continues through the weekend, and you don’t have to be of Scandinavian ancestry to feel connected to the celebration.

Get to know the candidates in the 2013 election | In Our Opinion

Thu, 23 May 2013 03:17:12 PDT

The candidate filing period for the 2013 election is next week. North Kitsap residents will vote on 21 positions.

Donors share 200 joys with others | Neighbors Helping Neighbors

Thu, 23 May 2013 03:17:12 PDT

It takes a certain kind of generous spirit to see within every act an opportunity to serve and help. Such was the case for a local couple who recently helped North Kitsap Fishline Food Bank in a most unusual way.

Sound Works is a sound investment | In Our Opinion

Thu, 23 May 2013 03:17:12 PDT

Sound Works Job Center, a Poulsbo-based nonprofit agency, is celebrating 25 years of helping unemployed individuals prepare for and find employment.

Another successful season of tax help

Thu, 23 May 2013 03:17:13 PDT

I would like to thank Chad Solvie, CEO, and the staff at Martha & Mary Health and Rehabilitation for their support of the AARP Tax Aide Program again this year.

Two students need host families

Thu, 23 May 2013 03:17:13 PDT

I am looking for host families in the North Kitsap and Kingston High School area for two great students for the 2013-14 school year.

Drive helps keep food on tables

Thu, 23 May 2013 03:17:13 PDT

On one special day each year, citizens around our country reach into their pantries, fill little white bags with boxed meals and canned goods and peanut butter, then leave them by their mailboxes for the carrier to pick up.

Raised $4,000 for community projects

Thu, 23 May 2013 03:17:13 PDT

Thank you, plant lovers of Poulsbo, for making the Poulsbo Garden Club’s May 4 plant sale a success.

Thank you for White Canes support

Thu, 23 May 2013 03:17:13 PDT

Members of the Poulsbo Noon Lions and Evening Pride Branch Lions thank the community for their generous support of this year’s White Canes fundraiser.

Program helps put people to work

Thu, 23 May 2013 03:17:13 PDT

I would like to discuss the Working Connections Child Care (WCCC) program and its importance to working parents within our community.

This could be our last chance to cheer

Thu, 23 May 2013 03:17:13 PDT

Because of recent budget cuts in the North Kitsap School District, this may be the last time you will get to see the NKHS and KHS marching bands in the Viking Fest parade.

A complete education includes arts and music

Thu, 23 May 2013 03:17:13 PDT

Did you use algebra today? Did you use music and art? I don’t know when I last used algebra, but every day I hear music and experience art.

Tell Sen. Rolfes you oppose EHB 1044

Thu, 23 May 2013 03:17:13 PDT

Gallup Poll shock: Just 7 percent of Americans have followed the trial of Philadelphia abortion doctor Kermit Gosnell “very closely.”

Events should pay for impacts

Thu, 23 May 2013 03:17:13 PDT

Whenever one drives into Poulsbo, there are signs at the city limits telling what the population of Poulsbo is.