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Volunteer Alex stocks the vegetable cooler.
Nonprofit Spotlight

Fishline

Kitsap and Jefferson County Nonprofits — With the...

Washington state is a flood with almost 45,000 registered and legit not-for-profit organizations. Their missions are wide ranging, but all attempt to address a significant community need, often relying completely on donor funding and an active cadre of community volunteers to do so. … read more

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stop littering

Help Keep Washington (and Kitsap) Litter Free

Even though 75% of Washington residents never litter, a new statewide study commissioned by the Washington Department of Ecology finds that more than 26 million pounds (13,096 tons) of waste accumulates along Washington roads every year. And despite our state spending approximately $12 … read more

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Secure Your Loads

Kitsap County’s ‘Secure Your Load for Safer Roads’ Campaign Includes Net Giveaways, Law Enforcement Patrols, Fines

Every year in Washington, debris from unsecured vehicle loads causes more than 300 traffic crashes and 30 injuries. Sadly, in 2022, this number included five fatalities attributed to debris in the roadway. Unsecured loads not only endanger drivers, pedestrians and roadside workers, they … read more

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vacationing safely

5 Ways to Travel More Securely

If you’re setting out on your next big travel adventure, security and safety might be the last thing on your mind. But every now and then, something is bound to go wrong when you’re far away from home. Scammers, fraudsters and thieves are … read more

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Will Grant and his pizza oven

Local Pizzeria Owner Part of Guinness Book of World Record Event

Will Grant, the owner of That’s A Some Pizza on Bainbridge Island and Sourdough Willy’s Pizzeria in Kingston, traveled to Tulsa recently to join World Pizza Champions in partnership with The University of Tulsa and set a new world record for World’s Largest … read more

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3g going away

3G is Going Away — What it Means for You

Similar to the ways we listen to music and watch movies have changed, cellular networks are evolving too — all major wireless providers plan to shutter their 3G cellular networks this year. 3G networks are the wireless equivalent of being on dial-up internet … read more

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Gig Harbor Open Studio Tour

Gig Harbor Open Studio Tour Marks 25 Years

The Gig Harbor Open Studio Tour (GHOST) will be celebrating more than 25 years of bringing artists and those who appreciate art together during a weekend celebration on Sept. 16, 17 and 18. This year’s tour features 23 local artists showing their work … read more

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teachers

How to Create Connections with Your Child’s Teacher

A new school year can feel like uncharted territory for children, parents, and teachers alike as they learn new things and meet unfamiliar faces. Building a relationship with your child’s teacher can help create a positive school experience for everyone involved. Plus, teachers … read more

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(Drone Photo courtesy Visit Gig Harbor)

Summer Concerts and Outdoor Movies Return to Gig Harbor

A longtime summer tradition, Summer Sounds at Skansie, is back to downtown Gig Harbor while an outdoor movies program has some exciting changes. Summer Sounds at Skansie, Gig Harbor’s beloved summer concert series, takes on the waterfront at Skansie Brothers Park, in the … read more

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