Jefferson County

John Brewer.

Remembrance event set next month for John Brewer

Former publisher, editor was in charge of Peninsula Daily News for 17 years

 

Tininha Silva of Port Townsend will bring her circular tapestry, “I Was Listening to the Ocean,” to Northwind Art’s Jeanette Best Gallery for the “Lush Language” exhibit. (Tininha Silva)

‘Lush Language’ gathers four emerging artists in Port Townsend

The scent of the ocean, the heat of Havana, a long sunset: Such are the inspirations in “Lush Language,” a new art… Continue reading

 

Author to speak at Peninsula College’s Port Townsend campus

British Columbia-based author John Vaillant will speak at 3 p.m. Wednesday. Vaillant’s presentation is at the Port Townsend campus of Peninsula College,… Continue reading

 

Change sets off Jefferson County Food Bank Association upheaval

Former volunteers allege mismanagement

Chef to speak at Studium Generale East

Chef Arran Stark will present a healthy cooking demonstration at 4 p.m. Thursday. Stark will speak at Peninsula College’s Studium Generale East… Continue reading

Man who allegedly broke into Brinnon homes with rifle to be in court

Coccia, 44, arrested by Mason County sheriff’s deputies

Students to present Tales, Text and Theater showcase

Sixth-graders from Blue Heron Middle School will present the Tales Text and Theater Student Showcase at 1 p.m. May 3. The presentation… Continue reading

Two-lane bypass to be paved Tuesday night

Work crews will begin paving a two-lane bypass near Discovery Bay at 8 p.m. Tuesday. The bypass will allow construction of a new… Continue reading

Brinnon man in custody after search

A Brinnon man who was wanted after allegedly breaking into two homes on Saturday is in custody, the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office said.… Continue reading

Photo by Katie Newton By the end of meet three, Sequim High School Senior Sydney Hutton’s multiple wins included Gold in Jumping, Silver in Saddle Seat, Bronze in Dressage.

HORSEPLAY: Sequim High team wins District 4 championship

OH MY, MY, but these gals can boogie! At Meet 3, Sequim High School’s equestrian team consistently placed in the top five of 21 events… Continue reading

Photo by Katie Newton By the end of meet three, Sequim High School Senior Sydney Hutton’s multiple wins included Gold in Jumping, Silver in Saddle Seat, Bronze in Dressage.

A GROWING CONCERN: Show a little love for dandelions

and this year they are earlier than ever! Are they a weed? Should I… Continue reading

EYE ON BUSINESS: This week’s meetings

Breakfast meetings with networking and educational programs are held Tuesdays at 7:30 a.m. at Joshua’s Restaurant, 113 DelGuzzi Drive (off… Continue reading

EYE ON THE PENINSULA: Clallam County to discuss Elwha River watershed

Meetings across Clallam and Jefferson counties

Poulsbo man dies in wreck south of Hood Canal Bridge

A Poulsbo man died in a vehicle collision in Kitsap County just south of the Hood Canal Bridge that did not close… Continue reading

Todd Ortloff Show guests this week

Here is this week’s schedule for the 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Todd Ortloff Show on KONP… Continue reading

Government officials applaud the ribbon cutting at the Point Hudson breakwater in Port Townsend on Wednesday afternoon. (Diane Urbani de la Paz/For Peninsula Daily News)

Point Hudson breakwater opens centennial celebration

$12 million port project finishes on time, under budget

Government officials applaud the ribbon cutting at the Point Hudson breakwater in Port Townsend on Wednesday afternoon. (Diane Urbani de la Paz/For Peninsula Daily News)

ISSUES OF FAITH: Putting the social back into media

TODAY, THERE DOESN’T seem to be what one might call a “useful purpose” for social media. Everyone seems to just know that it, somehow, corrupts… Continue reading

Theater, art shows and home tours on tap this weekend

Theater performances, a home and kitchen tour and the return of the Victorian Heritage Festival highlight this weekend’s events on the North Olympic Peninsula. •… Continue reading

The Rev. Pam Douglas-Smith.

Unity in Port Townsend planning for Sunday services

The Rev. Pam Douglas-Smith will present “Love is Green: Four Chambered Heart” at 11 a.m. Sunday. Douglas-Smith is the pastor at Unity… Continue reading

The Rev. Pam Douglas-Smith.
Mike Kenna, right, owner of Printery Communications,has purchased SOS Printing to keep the business running after owner Dan Huntingford’s sudden illness. Son Rory Kenna is at left. (Jeannie McMacken/Peninsula Daily News)

Port Townsend competitors, friends work together amid illness

In a small town, sometimes long-time competitors are friends. And friends help friends when they are in need. Dan Huntingford, owner of… Continue reading

Mike Kenna, right, owner of Printery Communications,has purchased SOS Printing to keep the business running after owner Dan Huntingford’s sudden illness. Son Rory Kenna is at left. (Jeannie McMacken/Peninsula Daily News)