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Check Out This Stand-Up Show in Silverdale

Something funny is coming to the Kitsap Mall. The Kitsap Mall will be hosting its first set of comedy shows titled Mall Comedy at 7 p.m. Feb. 6 and 7. Tickets are on sale now for the show, which will feature three comedians. … read more

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Anthony’s to Purchase Tides Tavern

In a recent announcement that has set Gig Harbor abuzz, the Kirkland seafood restaurant Anthony’s Restaurants has purchased Tides Tavern. Tides Tavern, which is owned by Dylan Stanley and was founded by his father, Peter Stanley, will be selling the 53-year-old waterfront restaurant. … read more

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Couple of Scoops to Soon (Soft) Serve Gig Harbor

A new ice cream and candy shop is making its way to Gig Harbor’s Olympic Village — just in time for spring and summer. Reported back in January by Gig Harbor Now, Couple of Scoops plans to open on May 1 and will … read more

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Learn the Art of Making a Pollinator-Friendly Yard

As many know, pollinators are crucial to healthy local ecosystems and on Jan. 24 and Feb. 19, the City of Poulsbo is hosting classes at its Recreation Center on how to transform one’s backyard into a pollinator haven. Kathryn Owen, an ambassador for … read more

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Bainbridge Island Youth Orchestra Hosts Strings Class for Elementary and Middle School Students

Elementary and middle school students have the chance to learn violin, viola, or cello, at Bainbridge Island Youth Orchestra’s “Beginner Strings” program that started in September. The program teaches kids in a group setting once a week on Thursdays at Bethany Lutheran Church. … read more

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Zero-Emission Incentive Program Nears Launch

The state is close to launching a new incentive program for commercial fleet operators to transition trucks and other vehicles to models powered by electric or hydrogen, the Washington State Standard recently reported. This spring, the Washington Zero-Emission Incentive Program, also known as … read more

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NWMLS: Inventory Continues to Rise as Buyer Demand Remains Constrained

The housing market in December closely mirrored conditions seen in October and November, continuing a pattern of rising inventory and softening prices, the Northwest Multiple Listing Service reported late Tuesday for the 27 Washington counties in its service area. Both Pierce and Thurston … read more

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Clare Dunis Named as Gig Harbor Downtown Waterfront Alliance Director

The Gig Harbor Downtown Waterfront Alliance has named Clare Dunis as its new executive director, Gig Harbor Now recently reported. Dunis, who starts in the role on Jan. 9, succeeds Carrianne Ekberg, who led the organization for nearly three years. An Australian who … read more

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Celebrate New Year’s Eve at the Roxy

Say goodbye to 2025 and hello to 2026 at the Roxy in Bremerton, which is hosting its New Year’s celebrations from 7 p.m.-12 a.m. on Dec. 31. Starting the night will be a 7-9 p.m. kickoff with DJ Joe Frank at Quincy Square. … read more

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