McKeeman selected as new Poulsbo Municipal Court judge
By Tyler Shuey North Kitsap Herald
Maureen McKeeman has been appointed as Poulsbo’s new municipal court judge through the end of the year, following longtime judge Jeff Tolman’supcomingretirement April7after31yearsofservice.
Mayor Becky Erickson selected McKeeman to be the next judge, which was unanimously approved by the City
CouncilatitsApril2meeting.
“Poulsbo is very important to me. I’m happy to be here and serve this community,” McKeeman said at the council meeting. “Judge Tolman has built a strong court here over thelast31years.It’sanexcellent foundation and I look forward to building on that moving forward.”
McKeeman is currently a partner at the Tolman, Grossman & McKeeman law firm
in Poulsbo. Her background is in criminal law as an attorney, a news release states. She has served as a pro tem judge since 2022 and has presided over hearings in both Bainbridge Island Municipal Court and the Poulsbo Municipal Court.
McKeeman received her Juris Doctor degree from Seattle University School of Law in 2010.
“We are very fortunate to haveMaureenjointhePoulsbo
Municipal Court team,” Erickson said in a statement. “While most people think about the timeinthecourtroom,somuch happensbehindthesceneswith the court administrator and clerks. The focus of the judge is notjustontheproceedings,but as a key member of the team that will maintain service to our community and focus on the change and modernization that is required. I’m confident Maureenisreadytodojustthat.”
By Joshua Kornfeld North Kitsap Herald
Despite demand going from 177 applications last year to 1,366 already this year, Kitsap County is reducing walk-in passport services from four days to one.
And, starting late last month, the courthouse required some applicants to book appointments. Walk-in services will be reduced from four days a week to only Wednesdays, chief deputy clerk Rebecca Wildes wrote in an email.
In 2024, the county clerk’s office processed all of those applications while open five days a week. This year, the numbers jumped to more than six times as much just as of March, despite being open only four days a week, Wildes said. Wildes wrote there already have been some reductions.“We have not been processing applications on Fridays due to court volume and have had inclement weather days during this time,” she wrote.
While it may seem like services are being cut back at a time they
are needed most, county officials say the changes will actually reduce wait times and improve service. Wait times can add up for walk-ins, so appointments will make it more convenient for them.
“We are committed to serving as many customers as possible. This approach represents a significant step in making our services more efficient, accessible and customer-focused,” Krista Carlson, the county’s public information officer, wrote in an email.
Wildes said the needs of each appointment can vary depending on the customer’s situation. For instance, a first-time passport application may take a different amount of time than a passport renewal or change of name.
More people are likely to use the service in the future as Real ID requirements start up May 7. The Real ID Act, passed by Congress in 2005, sets a uniform standard for state-issued driver’s licenses used for domestic travel, per the Department of Homeland Security. The act “prohibits certain federal agencies from accepting for official purposes licenses and identification cards from states that do not meet these standards.”
Maureen McKeeman speaks at the Poulsbo City Council meeting April 2 following her appointment as the city’s new municipal court judge through the end of the year.
NKHS principal leaving for same position at Gig Harbor High
Bob Marshall begins his new role July 1
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North Kitsap High School principal
BobMarshallwillbedepartingafterthe school year as he’s accepted the same positionatGigHarborHighSchool.
MarshallwillbeginhisnewroleJuly1.
“Mr.Marshallhassharedthatthiswas a very difficult decision, as he deeply values his time in North Kitsap,” superintendent Rachel Davenport wrote in a statement. “However, as I have always emphasized to our staff, family comes first. This opportunity allows Mr. Marshall to significantly reduce his commuteandbeclosertohome.”
Marshall was named principal of NKHSlastJuly,replacingformerprincipalMeganSawicki,whowashiredasthe studentsupportprogramsupervisorfor North Kitsap School District. Marshall was previously assistant principal at
School meeting rescheduled
North Kitsap School District is inviting families, students and community members to a public meeting 6 p.m. April 16 at the Kingston High School to discuss the future of that town’sschools. Participants will: learn about student enrollment, facility usage, and school operations from NKSD staff and experts; hear from the FacilitiesAdvisoryCommitteeaboutobservationsfrom other districts and ideas for enhancing student learning environments; and share insights about what makes Kingston schools unique and what students need to thrive. A news release also says
NKHSforfiveyears,andbeforethatwas principalatbothKetchikanHighSchool andEmmonakSchoolinAlaska. Davenportsaidtheselectionprocess for the new principal at NKHS is ongoing.
the discussion will focus on gathering feedback for future planning efforts. The meeting was originally scheduled for March 26 but was postponed due to weather.
Cancer treatment
SkinCure Oncology, a provider for Image-Guided Superficial Radiation Therapy,anadvancednonsurgical treatment for common skin cancer, announced April 2 its availability in KitsapCounty.
Frontier Dermatology in Poulsbo is the first medical practice in the county to offer the GentleCure™ treatment, per a news release. Image-Guided SRT is the only treatment for nonmelanoma skin cancer (basal
NK Schools Foundation awards
The North Kitsap Schools Foundation has awarded more than $98,000 in grants for the 2024-25 school year, continuing its mission to fund innovative, hands-on learning experiences for students throughout the North Kitsap School District. NKSF has awarded 387 grants totaling over $850,000 since its founding in 2002. These grants fund projects that state budgets often can’t cover—enhancing literacy, music, STEM, civic education, and more, per a news release.
This year’s highlights include: Pearson Elementary maker space ($3,370): A new STEAM-based elective that combines technology, art, and engineering to promote design thinking and creative problem-solving.
and squamous cell carcinoma) that uses ultrasound imaging to help clinicians direct low-level x-rays to targeted areas of the skin, killing cancer cells. A study published in the journal Oncology and Therapy showed that Image-Guided SRTproducesa99.3percent cure rate for early-stage nonmelanoma.
Dr. William Delgado of Frontier Dermatology noted, “More than 2,500 individualsinKitsapCounty are expected to be diagnosed with nonmelanoma skincancerthisyearalone.”
New band director
The Hometown Band, composed of musicians from Kitsap County, recently announced Mike
VinlandElementarystate capitol field trip ($4,000): Transportation support for fourth graders to visit Olympia and learn firsthand how government works.
Kingston Middle School instrument repairs ($5,000): Funding to repair school-owned instruments.
Seattle Symphony linkup field trip ($1,225): Students will perform at Benaroya Hall alongside the Seattle Symphony—many for the first time.
Scientific calculators for classrooms ($3,625): A consistent set of calculators for math and science classes.
Lexia Aspire Literacy Program ($9,600): Professional development for 4th–8th grade teachers focused on advanced reading instruction.
“These grants bring learning to life,” said
Jauregui as its new director. He currently serves as thedirectorofmusicministry at North Point Church in Poulsbo and teaches music and technology at Crosspoint Christian Schools.
The band will open its free spring concert series with a performance at SilverdaleLutheranChurch April 25 from 7-9 p.m.
Subsequent performances will take place April 26, from 3-4:30 p.m. at North Point Church in Poulsbo, and May 2 at 7 p.m. at Kingston’s Village Green Community Center.
“What drew me to this wonderful group is their dedication to musical excellence and their strong sense of community,” Jauregui said. “The
band’s rich history and commitment to bringing joy through music resonate deeply with me.”
4/20 celebration
Port Gamble S’Klallam Tribe’sHighPointCannabis’ 2nd annual 4/20 Weekend Bash takes place April 20 from8a.m.untilmidnight.
The event includes live music, a beer garden at Gliding Eagle, Las Brassas Mexican food truck, Pacific Ohana Café Hawaiian food truck,Indianfrybreadtacos, andHawaiianshavedice.
All cannabis products will be discounted, as will all non-cannabis merchandise. There will be 45-plus cannabis and non-cannabis vendors in Ravenswood Park.
Patrick Mace, a foundation board member. “They help students discover new passions and give teachers the tools to make lessons more meaningful.”
NKSF operates with a small, all-volunteer board and relies on donations from the community, including monthly contributions from educators, parents, and business partners. The foundation is looking for more community involvement as it continues rebuilding after the pandemic.
One upcoming opportunity is NK Dine Out (April 27–May 3). Participating restaurants will display NKSF marketing materials and encourage diners to “tip” for education at their tables.
To learn more, visit nkschoolsfoundation.org or contact contact@nkschoolsfoundation.org.
Suquamish cleanup
The Suquamish Community Advisory Council will hold its annual Spring CleanupApril26. Participants are asked to meet at 9 a.m. at the SuquamishUnitedChurchofChrist, 18732DivisionAve.NE.Youth are welcome but must be accompaniedbyanadult.
Sexual assault awareness
Rebuilding Hope, the sexual assault resource center serving Pierce and Kitsap counties, is hosting Pints for Hope at Silver City Brewery in Bremerton April 14from4-8p.m. $1 from every pint sold will be donated to RebuildingHope.
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Bainbridge baseball sweeps Kingston in dominating fashion
By Luke Caputo North Kitsap Herald
The Spartans are coming together in league play as Bainbridge’s baseball team beat Kingston in back-toback games April 1-2 by a combined 22-0.
Bainbridge won the first game 12-0 at Kingston and also won the second game at home 10-0. The Spartans improved to 5-0 in Olympic League play, right on the heels of first-place North Kitsap, which is 6-0. The Buccanneers fell to 3-3 in league play following the
Pickleball Kingdom held its grand opening in Poulsbo April 4-6, offering the community the chance to see the facility and play on its 12 indoor courts.
The 31,500 squarefoot facility, located at the former Office Max and Big 5 buildings at College Marketplace, offers climate-controlled courts, lounge areas and training programs, per a news release. The club will also feature
two losses.
In the second game, Thompsonmadequickwork of the first three Kingston batters, earning two strikeouts and forcing a groundout.Kingstonstartingpitcher Chayton Walker struggled in thebottomofthefirst,letting up an RBI double from Will Rohrbacher and an RBI singlefromA.J.Larsen,giving theSpartansanearly2-0lead by the end of the first inning.
Kingston was unable to get its first hit of the game in the top of the third, with Thompson once again making quick work of the
Buccaneer batting lineup. Rohrbacher hit a single to right field, scoring Duncan Bos, making the score 5-0.
“We need to make less errors in the field,” Kingston assistant coach Joe Hedstrom said. “We’ve got three freshmen starting on our team.”
Kingston changed pitchersfromWalkertoJoelJones in the bottom of the fourth. Jones made quick work of Bainbridge, earning three outs on three batters.
Bos successfully stole second after getting on base in the bottom of the fifth
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Poulsbo club owner and CEO John Hylton brings over two decades of experience in owning, developing and managing real estate projects throughout the region. Mara Hylton, head of operations, has nine years as a business owner in the technology industry, including human
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with one out and was driven homebyaRohrbacherhome run, pushing Bainbridge’s lead to 8-0. The home run marked Rohrbacher’s first homeruninleagueplayand second on the year.
Kingston made another pitching change in the bottom of the sixth, swapping in pitcher Tristan Scott for Jones. However, it didn’t slow the Spartan bats, as McCrea Curfman managed to hit a double to deep leftcenterfield,allowingcatcher Tenzing Dikman to score andgivetheSpartansaninerun lead.
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Ospry Club helps students take flight as conservationists
By Britney Fletcher-West North Kitsap Herald
Every Tuesday afternoon, a group of middle school students in Bremerton trade classrooms for the outdoors, immersing themselves in hands-on environmental learning.
They are part of Osprey Club,anafterschoolprogram launched by Great Peninsula Conservancy in efforts to cultivate long-term connections between students and nature.
Hosted at Mountain View MiddleSchoolinpartnership with Catalyst Public School, Osprey Club builds upon GPC’s Land Labs program, which has introduced thousands of local students to environmental stewardship since 2020. While Land Labs provides annual field trips to GPC preserves, Osprey Club takes environmental education a step further—offering weekly outdoor experiences focused on native plant cultivation,birding,treeidentificationandnatureart.
“Since it is a club, it’s a choice for students to come out and spend their Tuesdaysafterschoolwithus,”said Ashlyn McGarrah, a conservation education fellow with GPC. “So we’ve been working really hard at making our lessons fun and enjoyable while still getting important informationacross.”
McGarrah, who has a degree in Environmental Studies with a focus on environmentaleducation,started with GPC as a stewardship VISTA before transitioning into her current role. She collaborates with Mercedes Garcia,anAmeriCorpsVISTA with a background in marine biology, to develop lesson plans and lead sessions. Together, they tailor activities to accommodate the diverse groupofstudentswhoattend eachweek.
“We have students come from two different schools that differ in structures,” Garcia said. “There can be a challenge with how to allow the two groups to come together in one space. Some are shy when first coming, andothersarefullofenergy.I think giving a range of activities to accommodate both
groups has been a learning curve.”
Gabriel Newton, community engagement manager at GPC, said: “The goal is to foster an ongoing relationship between students and the environment, allowing themtoidentifyaslandstewards. We didn’t want this to bejustanotherclass.Thisisa club—student-driven, interactive and built around their passions.”
Before joining GPC, Newton worked as a wildlife biologist, a zookeeper and an education director for the Kitsap Audubon Society. He also spent 16 years as a middle school science teacher, where he developed outdoor education programs similar to Osprey Club. His passion for conservation education is evident in the way he connects with students, earning him the nickname “The Birdman” amongclubmembers.
The club was inspired by Lisa Gordon, a Mountain View teacher who ran an outdoor leadership elective. Recognizing that many students developed an interestinconservationbuthadno waytocontinuelearningafter the semester ended, GPC worked with the school to createalastingopportunity.
OspreyClubisfree,opento allstudentsandoperatesona drop-in basis, requiring only parental permission. While somestudentsattendweekly, others participate between sports seasons or extracurricular commitments. Additionally, GPC ensures that every student has the gear to participate.
“If there’s any need for equipment, GPC will loan it,” saidSamanthaHale,communications manager at GPC. “We have boxes and boxes of boots, binoculars, jackets— everything they might need to be comfortable outdoors. Students never have to buy intoanything.”
Since its launch, students have engaged in field trips to Grovers Creek Preserve and Illahee State Park, removed invasive species of plant, built habitat piles, and explored topics such as climate-resilient forests and birding. Newton often leads activities—including dissecting salmon to teach anatomy andguidingstudentsthrough birdidentificationwalks.
One of McGarrah’s favorite moments came during a mushroom and fungus lesson. Students used field guides to identify different species, and later, a student excitedly recognized a
mushroom he had learned about during a field trip. “He ran up to me and said, ‘I found it! The Shrimp Russula!’”McGarrahrecalled. “It was super cool to see that what we are teaching the students…abouttheenvironment… is really sticking, and thattheyarepassionateabout theoutdoors.”
Garcia had a similar experience when introducing students to invasive species removal. “They got to see themfirsthandintheoutdoor classroomandhowtoremove them with tools from the stewardship team,” she said. When the group later visited a preserve with larger infestations, the students tackled the challenge. “It was hard to pullthemaway.Theyallowed themselves to fully get pulled into the space to see the beforeandafteroftheirwork.”
Each meeting balances education with fun. “We’re playing games, learning new skills and making conservation second nature,” Newton said. “Students might start with little outdoor experience, but by the end, they’re confident in their ability to engage with nature.”
The club’s name carries a deeper meaning, inspired by Newton’s background in wildliferehabilitation.During his time working with birds of prey at Washington State University, he observed that
while many raptors adapted well to captivity, ospreys did not. They refused to eat, struggled to recover from injuries, and often failed to survive in enclosures.
“Ospreys are the best representation of the wild,” Newton said. “They refuse to be contained, and they thrive when they’re free. That’s exactly what we want for these students—to build confidence and curiosity in the outdoors, without barriers.”
The club’s influence is already evident. Students have “adopted” two natural areas near their school, hosting work parties to remove invasive plants and plant native species. They even designed their own Osprey
thief: ‘Polly’ wanna crack her case
and ran down the driveway. The suspect was later arrested, but there was no more mention of the chicken.
By Steven Powell North Kitsap Herald
A 50-year-old Port Orchard man was in Kitsap County Superior Court March 31 after being charged as a “chicken thief.” He faces a maximum of 10 years in prison and a $20,000 fine for burglary and a year and $5,000 in fines for violating a court order.
Kitsap deputies in court papers say they arrested the suspect a 9:16 a.m. March 29 in the 6700 block of SW Alpine Lake Road. The victim said the suspect just got out of jail and wanted to take her favorite chicken. A couple living with the victim heard the front door being kicked in and the suspect and victim yelling. The male witness took a wooden baseball bat and stood in the way. So the suspect grabbed “Polly”
Bail $1 million for teen facing child molestation
Bail was set at $1 million in Superior Court April 1 for a 19-year-old Bremerton man charged with two counts of child molestation. He faces two life sentences and $100,000 in fines.
Court documents say Bremerton police arrested the teen at 9:20 a.m. March 31 in the 200 block of Elm Street. A detective was assigned the case Feb. 27 of a girl being sexually assaulted by the boyfriend of the mother. The case originated Dec. 26, 2023 in California when the victim was touched in private areas by the suspect. It happened twice again when they moved to Kitsap County. She called him her dad but she did not feel safe with him.
The mom stuck up for the boyfriend in California, as he was drunk and didn’t know what he was doing. The suspect said he was just tickling her, but needs to be more careful.
Man with ax tries to burn building
A 32-year-old Bremerton man was in Superior Court April 1 facing two charges after trying to put a business on fire.
Bail was $252,000. Maximum penalty for second-degree assault with a deadly weapon is 10 years in prison and $20,000 in fines. For reckless burning the max is a year in jail and a $5,000 fine.
Court records say Bremerton police responded to an assault call at 2:45 p.m. March 31 in the 200 block of Pacific Avenue. Witnesses saw a man light a bag and throw it at a business. The business owner tried to stop him, but was pushed away and then chased with an ax or hatchet. Officers chased the suspect on foot until he wrapped himself around a pole. Once his hands were freed, he’d wrap his legs around the pole. Finally, he was handcuffed.
Drug dealer worried about ‘unsavory people’
A 41-year-old Snoqualmie man was in Superior Court March 31 charged with intent to deliver a controlled substance after being arrested on a warrant from last year. He said he wasn’t worried about jail, just “unsavory people.”
Bail was $100,000. He faces 10 years in prison and from $1,000 to $25,000 in fines, depending on the amount of drugs involved. Court papers show Bremerton
police arrested the suspect March 11, 2023 at 12:21 a.m. at Hefner and Yew streets. During a traffic stop, the officer noted several plastic and glass straws and torch lighters in his vehicle. He admitted to having fentanyl for personal use. He had 29 such pills, along with 5.6 grams of meth. He said he dropped off some fentanyl powder in Poulsbo earlier. Someone in Port Orchard gave him $10 to do it. He would not name the person because he’s not a “snitch.” He said, “It’s not that I’m worried about getting caught and going to jail for drug dealing, it’s the unsavory people you have to deal with.”
Uncle arrested for child molestation
A 32-year-old Port Orchard man was in Superior Court March 31 charged with firstdegree child molestation after being arrested on a warrant from 2023.
Bail was $50,000. He faces life in prison and a $50,000 fine. Court records show Kitsap deputies took a report Nov. 14, 2022 in Bremerton. A woman said her granddaughter when she was 3 in 2019 said she had been touched sexually, but she did not disclose a suspect to officers. In 2022, while playing with dolls, the girl said something similar. But this time she said it was her uncle. He said the only time he touched her was years before while changing her diaper. Later that year he was walking toward deputies aggressively with his hands behind his back. He refused to show his hands. He was told he would be tazed if he didn’t. Then he abruptly removed his arms from behind his back and yelled, “Shoot me.”
Club T-shirts that they wear around school. “There’s a real sense of mentorship among the students,” Hale said. “Older students naturally guide younger ones, passing down knowledge and skills. It’s creating a lasting culture of environmental stewardship.”
GPC hopes to expand the program over time, with highschoolstudentseventuallyreturningasmentorsand volunteers. Long-term plans includebringingOspreyClub to other communities across the peninsula. “This is about more than just learning,” Newton said. “We’re developing the next generation of conservationists—kids who don’t just visit nature but see themselves as a part of it.”
Son arrested for elder abuse
A 45-year-old Kingston man was in Superior Court March 31 charged with second-degree assault for elder abuse.
Its maximum penalty is 10 years in prison and a $20,000 fine.
Court papers say Kitsap deputies arrested the suspect March 28 at 1:15 p.m. in the 27600 block of Woodside Road NE. A man went to St. Michael Medical Center in Silverdale for chest pain. Medical personnel said he had multiple broken bones and bruises on his body. The man’s son has been his caretaker since the victim’s wife died last May. The son was arrested.
Dad arrested for filming girls in the shower
A 40-year-old Poulsbo man was in Superior Court April 4 charged with two counts of child molestation.
He faces life in prison and a $50,000 fine on one count and 10 years and $20,000 in fines on the other.
Court documents show Kitsap deputies arrested the suspect April 3 at 11:02 p.m. on Clear Creek Road NW. A CPS caseworker said a man had been watching his daughters take showers by using a surveillance camera near the bathroom. Both girls said he kissed them too long on their lips and touched their bottoms.
A former live-in nanny said he touched her inappropriately too, and she saw him film his daughter nude in the bathroom.
The daughters’ mother doesn’t live in the state, and two sons also live with him. The suspect had told a nanny cameras were in the house because his ex-wife made false claims regarding sexual improprieties.
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GPC community engagement manager Gabriel Newton teaches students about the salmonid’s lifecycle.
Timoteo Butler, left, Indie Becker, and Sofia Butler of Catalyst Public Schools explore the anatomy of a salmon.
Chopsticks were used to point to the different parts of the anatomy.
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Eleven churches took part in the Interfaith Council Music Festival March 30 at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints on Bainbridge Island. Representatives danced, played bells and sang. Everyone circled the room, holding hands, and sang and moved to ‘Green Grows the Tree of Unity, Alleluia.’ At the end of the event, about 100 members of all the choirs went onstage to sing, ‘May the Road Rise to Meet You.’
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IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF KITSAP In re the Estate of RICKAY D. GOFORTH Plaintiff, vs, THE HEIRS AND DEVISEES OF THE ESTATE OF FLORENCE C. DARLING, deceased; and also all other persons
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or parties claiming any rights, title, estate, lien or interest in real property described herein Defendants. NO. 25-2-00650-18 SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION TO: THE HEIRS AND DEVISEES OF THE ESTATE OF FLORENCE C. DARLING deceased; and also all other persons or parties claiming any rights, title, estate, lien or interest in real property described herein. YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED TO APPEAR within sixty (60) days after the date of first publication of this Summons, to wit, within sixty (60) days after the first date of publication on April 11, 2025, and defend the above-entitled action in the Superior Court aforesaid, and answer the complaint of Plaintiff, and serve a copy of your answer upon the undersigned attorneys for Plaintiff at their office below stated; and in case of your failure to do so, a default judgment will be rendered against you according to the demands of the Complaint and granting the relief requested by the Plaintiff in this action, which has been filed with the Clerk ofsaidcourt. The object of this action is to quiet title exclusively in Plaintiff and against Defendants or any other persons or parties claiming any rights, title, estate, lien or interest in the real property described herein to the real property in Washington, commonly known as 2110 Trenton Ave., Bremerton, WA 98310, in Kitsap County, Washington, Kitsap County Assessor’s Property Tax parcel No. 4556-000-006-0202 and is legally described as THE NORTH HALF OF THE WEST HALF OF LOT 6, JENSEN’S CASCADE VIEW TRACTS, ACCORDING TO PLAT RECORDED IN VOLUME 6 OF PLATS, PAGE 23, IN KITSAP COUNTY, WASHINGTON DATED this 1st day of April,2025 SHERRARD McGONAGLE TIZZANO LIND, P.S. /s/ Jonathan E. Trotter Jonathan E. Trotter, WSBA#55356 Attorney for Plaintiff jonathan@ westsoundlegal. com P.O.Box400 19717FrontStreetNE Poulsbo,WA98370 360-779-5551 NKH1011431 4/11/25, 4/18/25, 4/25/25, 5/2/25, 5/9/25, 5/16/25
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NORTH KITSAP SCHOOL DISTRICT POULSBO, WASHINGTON Notice is hereby given that, on Tuesday April 29, 2025 at 5:00 p.m., the Native American Education Program of North Kitsap School District No. 400 will be holding a public hearing on the 2025 Federal Indian Education Formula Grant at The North Kitsap School District offices at 18360 Caldart Ave NE Poulsbo, WA 98370. The meeting will be in person and virtually. Any person may participate to provide input and recommendations on the Federal Indian Education Formula Grant. For more information, refer to the NKSD Native American Education webpage. PUBLISH: Dateofpublication: Friday, April 4th, 2025 Friday,April11th,2025 NKH1011400 4/4/25,4/11/25
IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF KITSAP In the Estate of: KATHLEEN MARIE HAWLEY, Decedent. No. 25-4-00248-18
PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS (RCW 11.40.030)
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The Co-Personal Representatives named below have been appointed as Co-Personal Representatives of this Estate. Any person having a claim against KATHLEEN MARIE HAWLEY, (“Decedent”) must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving or mailing to the CoPersonal Representativesor the Co-Personal Representatives’ attorney at the address stated below a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the court in which the probate proceedings were commenced. The claim must be presented within the later of: (1) Thirty (30) days after the Co-Personal Representatives served or mailed the notice to the creditor as provided under RCW 11.40.020 (3); or (2) four months after the date of first publication of the notice. If the claim is not presented within this time frame, the claim is forever barred, except as otherwise provided in RCW 11.40.051 and 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the Decedent’s probate and nonprobateassets.
DATE OF FIRST PUBLICATION: March 28, 2025 /s/ Elizabeth Hess ELIZABETHHESS Co-Personal Representative /s/ Carol Sullivan CAROLSULLIVAN Co-Personal Representative SHERRARD McGONAGLE TIZZANO & LIND, P.S.
/s/By: Heidi J. Abrams
By: Heidi J. Abrams, WSBA#22319 Attorneys for Co-PersonalRepresentatives Address for Mailing or Service: 19717 Front StreetNE POBox400 Poulsbo,WA98370 NKH1010870 3/28/25,4/4/25,4/11/25
IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR KING COUNTY In the Matter of the Estate of: HAROLD E. GILLIAM, Deceased. NO. 25-4-01082-9 SEA PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS RCW 11.40
The Administrator named below has been appointed as Administrator of this Estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW
11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the Administrator or their attorney at the address stated below a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the court in which the probate proceedings were commenced. The claim must be presented within the later of: (1) Thirty (30) days after the Administrator served or mailed the notice to the creditor as provided under RCW 11.40.020(1)(c); or (2) four (4) months after the date of first publication of the notice. If the claim is not presented within this time frame, the claim is forever barred, except as otherwise provided in RCW 11.40.051 and 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the decedent’s probate and nonprobateassets. Dated this 3rd day of March,2025. /s/ Joyce Ann Marrero
JOYCEANNMARRERO, Administrator Court of Probate ProceedingsandCause No: SeeCaptionAbove Date of First Publication: March28,2025
Attorney for Personal Representative:
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Sherry Bosse Lueders, WSBANo.39505 Address for Service and Mailing: BeresfordBoothPLLC 145ThirdAvenueSouth Edmonds,WA98020 Dateoffirstpublication: NKH1010811
3/28/25,4/4/25,4/11/25
LGI Homes - Washington LLC , is seeking coverage under the Washington State Department of Ecology’s Construction Stormwater NPDES and State Waste Discharge GeneralPermit. The proposed project, Westry Village, is located at NW Reliance Street in Poulsbo in Kitsapcounty. This project involves 3.5 acres of soil disturbance for Residential constructionactivities. The receiving waterbody isLibertyBay. The Westry Village Townhome Apartments project, located in the College Marketplace area, across from the future Poulsbo Events and Recreation Center. The site is within walking distance to shopping and the Olympic College Poulsbo Campus. The city has completed its review of the proposal and has determined that no significant adverse environmental impacts are expected. Construction will be moving forward and will begin this month.
LGI Homes is planning to develop 66 attached townhomes for middleincome residents, with an estimated 210 residents, on 7.69 acres. An additional 2.3-acre site will be designated for a detentionpond. The project also features several recreational amenities,including: • A gazebo
• A courtyard with benchesalongatrail • Benches along sidewalksinopenspaces
• A picnic area
• A public trail located within the required 100foot-wide tree buffer along the western propertyline Landscaping will cover 31% of the site, and 48% of the project will be open space (well above the required 20%). A 100-foot-wide tree buffer will be preserved along the west property line. About 33% of the site will be covered with impervious surfaces such as buildings, asphalt, and sidewalks, and approximately 3.5 acres of brush will be removed. The project will retain at least 25% of the site’s existing trees, as required by city code, with healthy trees being preserved whereverpossible. The site is adjacent to single-family residences to the south and west, a future park to the north, and Home Depot and a planned business park to the east. Nearby amenities include restaurants, shopping areas, Fish Park, and the Frederickson Disc Golf Course. The nearest transit stop is located approximately half a mileawayatWalmart. This is an opportunity for the public to comment on the project. The deadline for submitting comments is 30 days from the issuance of the firstnotice. Questions and comments should be directed to Associate Planner EdieBerghoffat eberghoff@cityofpoulsbo. com NKH1011089 4/4/25,4/11/25
SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR KING COUNTY Estate of JUDITH CORNIS, Deceased. No. 25-4-02030-1 SEA PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS (RCW 11.40.030) The Personal Representative named below has been appointed as Personal Representative of this estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent must, before the time the claim
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DATE OF FIRST PUBLICATION: FRIDAY, APRIL11,2025 PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE: ROBERT FRANKLINCAMPBELL ATTORNEY FOR PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE: JENNIFERL.KING ADDRESS FOR MAILING OR SERVICE: Three60 Law Group PLLC 915118thAveSE,#360 Bellevue,WA 98005 ADDRESS FOR MAILING OR SERVICE AFTER JULY 1, 2025: Three60 Law Group PLLC 11911NEFirstSt.,#102 Bellevue,WA 98005 NKH1011646 4/11/25, 4/18/25, 4/25/25
SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR KITSAP COUNTY In Re the Estate of ALASTAIR MACHIN RIACH, Deceased. No. 25-4-00328-18 PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS The Personal Representative named below has been appointed as Personal Representative of this estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the Personal Representative or the Personal Representative’s attorney at the address stated below a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the court. The claimmustbepresented within the later of: (1) Thirty days after the Personal Representative served or mailed the notice to the creditor as provided under RCW 11.40.020(3); or (2) four months after the date of first publication of the notice. If the claim is not presented within this time frame, the claim is forever barred, except as otherwise provided in RCW 11.40.051 and 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the decedent’s probate and nonprobate assets.
DATE OF FIRST PUBLICATION: April4,2025 PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE: NENA J. CONNOR ATTORNEY FOR PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE: Susan Spuller ADDRESS FOR MAILING OR SERVICE: PetersonSpuller,PLLC 345 Knechtel Way, Suite 102 Bainbridge Island, WA 98110 Telephone: (206)855.9293
DATED this 25th day of March,2025
By /s/ Susan Spuller
Susan Spuller, WSBA #25516
Attorney for Personal Representative NKH1011108 4/4/25,4/11/25,4/18/25
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THE SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR KING COUNTY IN RE THE ESTATE OF: DOROTHY E. GILPIN, Deceased. Case No. 25-4-00981-2
SEA NOTICE TO CREDITORS (RCW 11.40.030)
The personal representative named below has been appointed as personal representative of this estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent must, before the time such claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the personal representative or the personal representative’s attorney
11.40.051 and 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the decedent’s probate and nonprobateassets. Date of First Publication: April11,2025 Personal Representative:SharonLynnGilpin Attorneys for Personal Representative KristiL.Richards SalishElderLaw,PLLC Address for Mailing/Service: 51 W Dayton St. Suite204 Edmonds,WA98020 Court of probate proceedings King County Superior Court and cause number: 25-400981-2SEA NKH1011643 4/11/25, 4/18/25,
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