Jim Manders

Jefferson: Two fire districts, Kitsap agency look toward consolidation

In an effort to cut expenses, officials from two Jefferson County fire districts and one in Kitsap County are moving toward a consolidation of services… Continue reading

Chimacum: One cat rescued, another perishes in fire

Firefighters and a Jefferson County deputy sheriff, using a pediatric breathing mask, were able to save the life of a cat following a structure fire… Continue reading

Port Townsend: School Board looks at cutting high school soccer to help overcome budget deficit

PORT TOWNSEND -- Two weeks ago, the Port Townsend School District board room was filled to capacity when the School Board discussed cutting high school… Continue reading

Marrowstone: Lawsuit filed against PUD over public water system

NORDLAND -- Citing nine legal reasons, opponents of a public water system on Marrowstone Island have filed a lawsuit asking a judge to stop the… Continue reading

Colorado man to become next Jefferson County administrator

Jefferson County commissioners ended their search for a county administrator Tuesday when they named John L. Fischbach to the position. Fischbach, who has been city… Continue reading

Port Townsend: Funding options for acquiring Boy Scout House presented to City Council

PORT TOWNSEND -- The City Council would have a number of funding options if it decides to purchase or use condemnation to obtain the Boy… Continue reading

Jefferson: Commissioners negotiating with Colorado man to be next county administrator

An administrator from a large Colorado city who has ties to the Pacific Northwest is negotiating with Jefferson County commissioners to be the next county… Continue reading

Port Townsend: City Council delays vote on historic-preservation law revisions

PORT TOWNSEND -- Sometime in the next month, City Council members will again consider revisions to the Historic Preservation Code after delaying a vote Monday… Continue reading

Port Townsend: County removes dogs from controversial property

PORT TOWNSEND -- Eight dogs, being kept in what neighbors claim was an illegal kennel operation have been moved to the county animal shelter after… Continue reading

Jefferson: Beginnings of off-road study met with enthusiasm from volunteers

QUILCENE -- More than a dozen people have volunteered to serve on a focus group that will study opportunities for off-road enthusiasts in East Jefferson… Continue reading

Port Townsend: Rhododendron Festival events peak this weekend; parade Saturday

PORT TOWNSEND -- There's be plenty of sweet music and fun this weekend during the 69th annual Rhododendron Festival, which carries the theme "Rhody Gras… Continue reading

Jefferson: Subject of Saturday’s massive gathering of law-enforcers turns himself in

PORT HADLOCK -- A 33-year-old man who was the subject of an intensive manhunt Saturday in South Jefferson County has surrendered at the Jefferson County… Continue reading

Peninsula: Nude woman leads authorities on high-speed chase

A nude woman led State Patrol troopers on a 20-mile chase at speeds of up to 100 mph on U.S. Highway 101 between Carlsborg and… Continue reading

Port Townsend: Language program on the block at high school

PORT TOWNSEND --School district officials are looking for a way to save a language program at Port Townsend High School that is slated to be… Continue reading

Jefferson: Commissioners could make county administrator job offer today

Jefferson County commissioners could be ready as early as this afternoon to make an offer to one of the four finalists for the top administrative… Continue reading

Jefferson: New EDC director named

A Wisconsin native has been chosen executive director of the Economic Development Council of Jefferson County. Vic Grassman, 48, was chosen over Michael Brennan, former… Continue reading

Port Townsend: No galley service when ferries double on Keystone run

PORT TOWNSEND -- When a second ferry goes into service on the Port Townsend-Keystone run Sunday, hungry riders will have two choices -- eat before… Continue reading

Jefferson: What’s in a name? Hospital board adopts ‘healthcare’ brand — but not before image is discussed

Jefferson General Hospital and ancillary services provided by the public hospital district will carry the new name of Jefferson Healthcare but retain their individual names.… Continue reading

Port Townsend: Skookum Corp. donates $100,000 to Northwest Maritime Center, Wooden Boat Festival

Two nonprofit organizations in Jefferson County will benefit from a six-figure donation by the founder of a regional company that provides jobs for people with… Continue reading

Jefferson: Commissioners get to choose form of mileage reimbursement – — – or drive a county car

Jefferson County commissioners will be able to drive a county-owned car or choose between two reimbursement methods for driving their own vehicles under an agreement… Continue reading