Having a personal touch is often appreciated with businesses, and the best place to find caring and personable professionals is usually inside small, family-based businesses such as Kimco Plumbing in Poulsbo. Jessica Young, a co-owner of Kimco Plumbing along with her husband and mother, says, “We really like to build … a team that respects […]
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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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Chef Tim Ormonde
Alderbrook Resort & Spa, located on Hood Canal in rural Union — just 45 minutes from Bremerton — is an ideal getaway from Kitsap. In addition to its stunning location, the food, curated by Executive Chef Tim Ormonde, is worth the trip alone. The onsite “Restaurant at Alderbrook” delivers fine dining in a casual setting, […]
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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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Willow & Mabel Garden Co. Update
It has been a while since I have given you an update on what I have to offer on the farm at the moment and in the coming months. The sweet peas are now blooming beautifully and this year, I have grown more than ever. If you live locally and would like to purchase a […]
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WillaBella Farm
Roots run so deep at WillaBella Farm in Gig Harbor that they go all the way back to 1912. The unassuming farmhouse, with its fir lumber flooring and arched doorways, still stands. As does the guest house, which was first a woodworking shop. From the grape vines to the heirloom orchard of apple, pear, cherry […]
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Lynn Braun
A native of North Bend, Lynn Braun always had a fascination with horses. But it wasn’t until decades later, after she discovered Horse Harbor Foundation — a horse rescue sanctuary and riding facility in Poulsbo — that her lifelong interest blossomed into an ongoing passion that led to becoming lead volunteer for that organization. Following […]
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2025 North Mason Chamber Award Gala
The gala was held at Alderbrook Resort & Spa. After a sumptuous dinner, installation of 2025-2026 board of trustees and 2025-2026 ex-officio members of the board were recognized. Presentation of annual awards by Stephanie Rowland followed. Music by Michael Anthony Pratt Band. Centerpieces by Dana Kugler, Maddy’s Old Town Flowers.
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Chef Tad Mitsui
Set on a bucolic 6-acre piece of farmland on Bainbridge Island with a striking farmhouse as its centerpiece, Heyday Farm House literally defines “farm to table” as the distance ingredients travel measured in feet rather than miles. The farm’s Thursday and Friday night “community dinners” are just that, as the seating is communal, encouraging diners […]
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