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WEEKEND: Documentary filmmaker to host screenings in Port Angeles, Forks today

NOTE: “Today” and “tonight” refer to Friday, May 22. Documentary filmmaker and activist Sonya Rosario will host two public screenings of her movie “Idaho’s Forgotten… Continue reading

WEEKEND: Peninsula Men’s Gospel Singers to perform annual benefit concert Saturday

PORT ANGELES — Old-fashioned gospel, the Little Brass Band and a couple of sing-alongs are all part of the Peninsula Men’s Gospel Singers’ annual Benefit… Continue reading

WEEKEND: Poets featured at Fourth Friday Reading Series in Port Townsend tonight

NOTE: “Today” and “tonight” refer to Friday, May 22. SEQUIM — Poets Gerald Braude and Terry Persun of Port Townsend will be featured at the… Continue reading

WEEKEND: Rock hound open house, new art show, rhody tour among Peninsula attractions

NOTE: “Today” and “tonight” refer to Friday, May 22. An open house for rock hounds, a new show at the Port Angeles Fine Arts Center… Continue reading

Veteran Master Gardener Jeanette Stehr-Green will present “Strawberry Fields in Your Home Garden” at 10 a.m. Saturday at the Master Gardener Demonstration Garden

WEEKEND: Strawberries topic of Sequim’s Woodcock Garden education class Saturday

SEQUIM — The season's first Class Act at Woodcock Garden education series will be an introduction to growing strawberries. The presentation at the Clallam County… Continue reading

Veteran Master Gardener Jeanette Stehr-Green will present “Strawberry Fields in Your Home Garden” at 10 a.m. Saturday at the Master Gardener Demonstration Garden

YOUTH SPORTS: Baseball and softball roundup

KONP rallies for big win over Kiwanis PORT ANGELES — After spotting Kiwanis a 3-0 lead in the first inning, KONP cruised to a 17-5… Continue reading

Port Angeles house fire damages structure before quick containment

PORT ANGELES — A Port Angeles residence was damaged in a fire Thursday. The blaze at 512 E. Eighth St. was quickly contained, said Lt.… Continue reading

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Just in time for Memorial Day weekend: Nearly everything open a month early in Olympic National Park

Although the record low snowpack in the Olympic Mountains is causing concerns about drought and summer water supplies, the poor winter conditions mean that high-elevation… Continue reading

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Need help with your business? Starting a business? Talk with experts at symposium Tuesday

PORT ANGELES — Thinking about starting a small business? Buying or selling a business? Need help in your existing business? A one-stop symposium with business… Continue reading

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A Chevrolet Trailblazer is hauled out of the water across from Goldstar Marine in Port Townsend on Tuesday after its driver mistook the gas pedal for the brake and crashed through a barrier and into the water. (Jeremy Vergin/Port Townsend Police Department)

CAR INTO THE WATER — Driving lesson ends in Boat Haven waters in Port Townsend after vehicle crashes through barrier

PORT TOWNSEND — A driving lesson turned into a dunk in the Boat Haven marina when the student hit the gas instead of the brakes.… Continue reading

A Chevrolet Trailblazer is hauled out of the water across from Goldstar Marine in Port Townsend on Tuesday after its driver mistook the gas pedal for the brake and crashed through a barrier and into the water. (Jeremy Vergin/Port Townsend Police Department)
Chimacum golfer Marcus Bufford eyes his drive during the Class 1A West Central District Tournament at Gold Mountain Golf Club in Bremerton on Tuesday. (Jeff Halstead/for Peninsula Daily News)

PREP GOLF: Chimacum boys earn district title; other area reports

BREMERTON — Mitch Black has guided Chimacum to a host of Nisqually and Olympic League titles in his 39 years in charge of the Cowboys… Continue reading

Chimacum golfer Marcus Bufford eyes his drive during the Class 1A West Central District Tournament at Gold Mountain Golf Club in Bremerton on Tuesday. (Jeff Halstead/for Peninsula Daily News)
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Port Angeles police dog Jag dies of cancer

PORT ANGELES — Jag, the Port Angeles police dog, has died. Jag died of cancer Wednesday, Deputy Police Chief Brian Smith confirmed today. “It’s very… Continue reading

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New show going up at Port Angeles Fine Arts Center starting today

PORT ANGELES — A pair of Pacific Northwest sculptors will mount a new exhibition, “Earthen Forming,” at the Port Angeles Fine Arts Center today. Carole… Continue reading

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Almost 17 years handed down for Port Angeles man who pleaded guilty in child rape case

PORT ANGELES — Walter Floyd Mozingo has been sentenced to nearly 17 years in prison for child rape. Judge George L. Wood issued the 16-year,… Continue reading

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BUSINESS BRIEFS: Port Angeles salon in business after renovation; grand opening set June 13 . . . and other items

PORT ANGELES — Salon 501, 501 East First St., has opened for business after a complete renovation. A grand opening event will be held from… Continue reading

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Clallam board makes offer for new health officer

PORT ANGELES — Dr. Christopher Frank has been offered the post of Clallam County health officer. The Clallam County Board of Health voted unanimously Tuesday… Continue reading

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Clallam Transit offers youth summer passes

PORT ANGELES — Clallam Transit is once again offering a summer youth pass for kids and young adults between the ages of 6 and 19.… Continue reading

COLLEGE SPORTS: Sequim’s Jayson Brocklesby leads Olympic College at NWAC track and field meet; other reports on college athletes

SPOKANE — Sequim graduate Jayson Brocklesby led Olympic College to fifth place in the team competition at the Northwest Athletic Conference (NWAC) Track and Field… Continue reading

Court: Namesake lake belongs to Quinault tribe

TACOMA — A federal court has reaffirmed the Quinault Nation's control of its namesake lake in Grays Harbor County. A corporation calling itself North Quinault… Continue reading

NEWS BRIEFS: Shellfish harvesting closed to Port Ludlow, Mats Mats Bay beaches . . . and other items

PORT TOWNSEND — Port Ludlow and Mats Mats Bay beaches have been closed to recreational harvesting of all species of shellfish because of high levels… Continue reading