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One of the two Jefferson County sheriff's cars is seen near Quilcene on U.S. Highway 101 Sunday. Brian Lewis

Jefferson County sheriff’s cars collide near Quilcene

QUILCENE — Cars driven by two Jefferson County sheriff's deputies collided Sunday morning when one attempted a U-turn and was struck by the other, Sheriff… Continue reading

One of the two Jefferson County sheriff's cars is seen near Quilcene on U.S. Highway 101 Sunday. Brian Lewis

Westport lays off workers at its Port Angeles shipyard

PORT ANGELES — Westport Shipyard, the luxury yacht-maker, has reduced employment levels at its Port Angeles plant. “Westport Shipyard Inc. has made adjustments to employment… Continue reading

One of the sheriff's cars involved in Sunday's collision. Brian Lewis

Jefferson County sheriff’s cars collide

QUILCENE — Cars driven by two Jefferson County sheriff's deputies collided Sunday morning when one attempted a U-turn and was struck by the other, Sheriff… Continue reading

One of the sheriff's cars involved in Sunday's collision. Brian Lewis

Westport confirms layoffs at Port Angeles plant

PORT ANGELES — Westport Shipyard, the luxury yacht-maker, has reduced employment levels at its Port Angeles plant. “Westport Shipyard Inc. has made adjustments to employment… Continue reading

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HURRY — March 25 deadline upcoming. Nominate your community hero for Jefferson County Heart of Service award

NOW IS THE time to nominate your local hero. We are looking for people who make a difference in Jefferson County, individuals who have made… Continue reading

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SPORTS: Stormy start to track as five area athletes earn double wins at Port Angeles

PORT ANGELES — It was a track athlete’s nightmare. Not to mention a coach’s, volunteer official’s or spectator’s nightmare. To say it wasn’t pleasant at… Continue reading

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United Way gives $95,000 in grants to six Clallam agencies

PORT ANGELES — United Way of Clallam County has provided grants totaling $95,000 to six agencies in the second year of the Great Beginnings Early… Continue reading

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SPORTS: Sequim softball opens season with 32-0 win; other prep reports

SEQUIM — Two-time defending Olympic League champion Sequim isn't going away anytime soon. The mighty Wolves, who went undefeated and captured the 2A state championship… Continue reading

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This photo of an aurora was taken in Alaska. NASA

Between the clouds, did anyone see an aurora this morning?

SKIES OVER NORTH America turned green for St. Patrick's Day, according to www.spaceweather.com. As predicted, a coronal mass ejection (CME) from the sun hit the… Continue reading

This photo of an aurora was taken in Alaska. NASA
Park View Villas in Port Angeles celebrated St. Patrick's Day a bit early this year

Business meetings this week on the North Olympic Peninsula — and other business news briefs

NORTH OLYMPIC PENINSULA business meetings this week (all of the meetings are open to the public): Port Angeles Regional Chamber of Commerce — Weekly luncheon… Continue reading

Park View Villas in Port Angeles celebrated St. Patrick's Day a bit early this year
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Donated car a top item in Forks scholarship auction

FORKS — A 2000 Honda Accord donated by Wilder Auto of Port Angeles is expected to be auctioned off today during the second day of… Continue reading

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FourC plans meeting Wednesday on new water rule

SEQUIM — The Dungeness Water Rule-WRIA 18 will be discussed at a Concerned Citizens of Clallam County meeting at 7 p.m. Wednesday (March 20). Open… Continue reading

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HURRY — March 25 deadline upcoming. Nominate your community hero for Jefferson County Heart of Service award

NOW IS THE time to nominate your local hero. We are looking for people who make a difference in Jefferson County, individuals who have made… Continue reading

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Marine debris details to be discussed at Tuesday program in Forks

FORKS — The University of Washington's Olympic Natural Resources Center will host a program on the marine debris washing up on nearby coastal beaches. The… Continue reading

Open house Monday on updated Port Angeles shoreline plan

PORT ANGELES — An open house and public hearing on the city’s updated shoreline master program is set for Monday. The open house will begin… Continue reading

Port Angeles couple honored for work in waterfowl conservation

PORT ANGELES — Arnold and Debbie Schouten of Port Angeles recently were recognized by Sons of Norway with a certificate of recognition for their work… Continue reading

Grand champion Alisandra Baccus

Port Angeles students’ salads come out on top in contest

PORT ANGELES — Alisandra Baccus, a Franklin Elementary School fifth-grade student, was selected grand champion of Sodexo's annual Kids Cook Off — Future Chefs: Healthy… Continue reading

Grand champion Alisandra Baccus

Sale of Fairview site topic of public hearing

PORT ANGELES — The public can weigh in on a proposed sale of the shuttered Fairview Elementary School campus during a public hearing Monday. The… Continue reading

Sequim centennial: Cookbook entries sought; July 4 plans

WANTED: Submissions for Sequim Centennial Cookbook SEQUIM — The Sequim Centennial Committee has extended the deadline for entries of recipes, family stories and photographs for… Continue reading

Sole hopefuls are tapped for Jefferson, Clallam conservation district boards

The lone candidates who filed for positions on the two conservation districts on the North Olympic Peninsula were tapped to serve on the boards. Incumbent… Continue reading