Model tested: 2025 Toyota Crown Signia Limited Hybrid Engine: 2.5-liter I-4 and two electric motors Transmission: CVT automatic, all-wheel drive Horsepower: 240 combined Torque: 178 lb.-ft. EPA ratings: 39 mpg/city, 37/highway, 38/combined Base price: $51,135 As tested: $52,585 Overview: The 2025 Toyota Crown Signia Limited is an all-new Toyota that replaces the Toyota Venza, which […]
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History Exhibit at Olalla Bay Market & Landing
At Olalla Bay Market & Landing, the I Love Olalla Group presented a new historical exhibit titled Beautiful Downtown Olalla and stories showcasing the history of the property — from its early days as a general store and post office to its current role as a café, artisan shop and community gathering space.
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Haute Couture at Alderbrook
Fashion’s First Look by Cameo Boutique and Alderbrook Golf Shop started with a delightful lunch buffet. The fashion show was moderated by Pam Hanson and Linda Coats Francisco. First-act models were Gerry Gassel, Paulette Paris and Grant Cation. Acts II and III models were Kim Pokela, Jen Rutledge, Glenda Stone, Paulette Paris and Pam Hanson. […]
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Kitsap Building Association Legislative Bus Tour
The Kitsap Building Association & the Kitsap County Association of REALTORS® recently hosted a legislative bus tour that brought together elected officials from the state, county, and local levels to visit construction sites across Kitsap County. The goal of the tour was to provide policymakers with a firsthand look at the challenges and opportunities facing […]
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West Sound Crime Con Brings a Weekend of True Crime Events Aug. 1-3
Get ready for a captivating weekend of true crime. West Sound Crime, in collaboration with the Admiral Theatre, Liberty Bay Books, Bainbridge Performing Arts and the Harbor History Museum, presents its inaugural event series, August 1-3, 2025. The schedule includes: For tickets and details, go to WestSoundCrime.com.
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A Paddler’s Paradise
Perhaps the most defining feature of the Kitsap Peninsula is the 371 glorious miles of shoreline that skirt its small towns and dense evergreen forests. In the thousands of years that humans have been settling and exploring the peninsula, water travel has been the dominant mode of transportation. Although the reliance on transportation has shifted […]
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Rockin’ on Bainbridge
Rockin’ Ruby’s Records, a new home for vinyl enthusiasts and music lovers, officially opened its doors at 488 1/2 Winslow Way E on Bainbridge Island. The new store joins the Poulsbo original location in providing a welcoming, multigenerational space for all to explore the world of music through an extensive selection of new and used […]
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Kitsap Women’s Summit
The 2nd Annual Kitsap Women’s Summit took place in March at the Kitsap Conference Center, bringing together community leaders, change-makers and emerging voices. Organized by the Greater Kitsap Chamber and the Leadership Kitsap Foundation, the event aimed to foster leadership, strengthen community and uplift women across the region through inspiring speakers, engaging discussions and meaningful […]
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10 Totally Doable Ways Sellers Can Raise Resale Value
As the market cools off, homeowners are more interested than ever in finding ways to make sure their properties resell for as much as possible. However, choosing between the many potential renovations makes moving forward with your home improvement and listing for sale overwhelming. What type of renovations can increase home resale value or generally […]