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Port Hadlock woman hurt in single-car crash

“It looks like it was just inattention,” a State Patrol spokesman said.

While humpback whales are on rebound, some that visit Washington are still struggling

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While humpback whales are on rebound, some that visit Washington are still struggling

Two of the populations that migrate off the state’s coast are still a concern.

Quilcene School wins award for its inclusive policies

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Quilcene School wins award for its inclusive policies

Only 20 schools in the country received the distinction from the National Education Policy Center of University of…

Jefferson County growing but economy needs more young people, official says

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Jefferson County growing but economy needs more young people, official says

“Jefferson County has an entrepreneurial spirit, but we’re also looking to create jobs that people can come back…

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Quilcene Fair celebrates with a parade, carnival, car show

The Saturday event boasts a salmon cook-out and strange vegetables for judging.

Thirteen farms on Jefferson County Farm Tour

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Thirteen farms on Jefferson County Farm Tour

The festivities kick off tonight with a Honky Tonk and Pie Party at the Chimacum Grange.

Volunteers to fan out for Day of Caring projects in Jefferson County

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Volunteers to fan out for Day of Caring projects in Jefferson County

“At the Day of Caring, we’re looking to connect people directly with the organizations UGN funds,” an organizer…

North Olympic Peninsula protest targets Dakota pipeline

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North Olympic Peninsula protest targets Dakota pipeline

The rally was one of many across the nation to encourage people to share their opinions of the…

Port Townsend Film Festival announces special guests

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Port Townsend Film Festival announces special guests

The festival, planned Sept. 23-25, will feature actress Karen Allen, actor and director Andrew Perez, director and composer…

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Renton man in critical condition after Quilcene-area wreck

He was attempting to pass illegally on his motorcycle when he struck a car turning left out of…

Port Townsend Co-op wins Environmental Protection Agency award

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Port Townsend Co-op wins Environmental Protection Agency award

The company was recognized for a second year for the Best Corporate Emissions Rate in the Small-Independent GreenChill…

State details conservation area expansion plans for Jefferson commissioners

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State details conservation area expansion plans for Jefferson commissioners

The state Department of Natural Resources would expand Devil’s Lake Natural Resources Conservation Area and Dabob Bay Natural…

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Jefferson County commissioners approve Transportation Improvement Program

The six-year program is a rolling plan that is updated annually and prioritizes the transportation projects that the…

Port Townsend Paper converting to natural gas to fuel plant

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Port Townsend Paper converting to natural gas to fuel plant

Engineering and environmental manager says the three-phase plan to switch over and cut emissions is already in motion.

Crafts by the Dock in Port Townsend a success despite some blustery weather

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Crafts by the Dock in Port Townsend a success despite some blustery weather

Some vendors lost merchandise to wind during major fundraiser for the Port Townsend Arts Guild.

New twist for Race to Alaska: Sell your boat

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New twist for Race to Alaska: Sell your boat

Staff will buy one of the boats that reaches Ketchikan for $10,000.

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Wooden Boat Festival a new class for Port Townsend students

Most were freshmen and Maritime Discovery Schools curriculum students.

Wooden Boat Festival offers education, entertainment in Port Townsend

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Wooden Boat Festival offers education, entertainment in Port Townsend

All festival activities are centered around the Northwest Maritime Center at 431 Water St.

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‘Pit-to-pier’ project appears dead

Thorndyke Resources had until Aug. 26 to file an appeal to a ruling, but no such appeal has…

Ted Pike

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Wooden Boat Foundation to present awards tonight in Port Townsend

The community spirit award will go to Ted Pike posthumously for his volunteer work while Tad Roberts will…