Purpose Boutique, located in downtown Bremerton, is a unique shop that offers much more than women’s clothes and accessories. As the name implies, the business has a bigger purpose — making an impact. Purpose donates a portion of net profits to organizations that fight sex exploitation, as well as partnering with producers that empower disadvantaged […]
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2014 Mitsubishi Lancer
Model Tested: 2014 Mitsubishi Lancer SE AWD Engine: 2.4-liter I-4, 168 horsepower 167 lb-ft torque Transmission: CVT automatic, all-wheel-drive EPA Ratings: 22/City—29/Highway—25/Combined Base Price: $20,695 As Tested: $22,940 Performance: More power than the base model, but short of the mighty Evo Fine AWD system, but again not the trick Lancer Evo system Console switch for […]
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2014 Mitsubishi Mirage
Model Tested: 2014 Mitsubishi Mirage ES five-door hatchback Engine: 1.2-liter three-cylinder DOHC, 72 horsepower 74 lb-ft torque Transmission: Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT) front-wheel-drive EPA Ratings: 37/City—44/Highway—40/Combined Base Price: $15,195 As Tested: $15,990 Performance: 74 horsepower, 74 lb-ft torque Seriously lacking power; agonizingly slow CVT doesn’t help situation Rough, noisy engine Incredible fuel economy for a […]
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Unsung Hero — Tom Nordlie
Tom Nordlie has been an instrumental force behind Poulsbo’s Fish Park. The property, once part of a Suquamish tribe retreat area, had been owned at different times by Weyerheuser and Quadrant Homes. The site was slated to be developed into a retail/business park. The city of Poulsbo included the acquisition of the site in its […]
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It’s a Wonderful Life… in Port Gamble
A walk through the quaint town of Port Gamble is like stepping back in time. But for 88-year-old Lorene Klamke, the town is more than just history. It’s where she attended grade school, met her true love and gave birth to the first two of her six children. Over the years, buildings changed or were […]
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Doctors Making A Difference
At WestSound Magazine, we frequently hear about people doing interesting community work. When the idea was presented to highlight local physicians who do work worthy of praise in and out of their communities, we immediately gave it the thumbs up. Although doctors are expected to reach out by the nature of their profession, many are […]
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The Garden Conservancy’s Open Days Showcases Six North Kitsap Gardens
Six private gardens in Indianola, Kingston and on Bainbridge Island will be open to the general public on June 29 as part of Garden Conservancy’s Open Days. The mission of the Garden Conservancy is to preserve “America’s exceptional gardens” as well as educate people about the roles of gardens in our country’s heritage and culture. […]
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Community Education Opportunities
Master Gardener Program Free Children’s Gardening Activities School’s out! Are you looking for something fun and free for the kids? The WSU Kitsap Master Gardeners are offering children’s gardening activities in two of our demonstration gardens this summer — plant, water, harvest and make a garden-related craft to take home. Join us at: Raab Park […]
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2015 Subaru WRX
Model Tested: 2015 Subaru WRX Premium Engine: 2.0-liter turbocharged flat four-cylinder Boxer design Transmission: Sport Lineartronic automatic, all-wheel-drive EPA Ratings: 19/City—25/Highway—21/Combined Base Price: $29,695 As Tested: $30,490 Performance: 268 horsepower and 258 lb-ft torque Ample power and torque for sporty performance Great all-wheel-drive easily handles available power Very responsive CVT automatic with paddle shifters Suspension […]