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Crescent School District Superintendent David Bingham is retiring after 41 years with the district, where he began as a paraeducator and boys junior varsity basketball coach. Bingham, a 1980 Port Angeles High School graduate, spent his entire career at Crescent. (Paula Hunt/Peninsula Daily News)

Crescent superintendent to retire after 41 years, multiple jobs

Dave Bingham coached basketball, drove a bus and taught many classes

Crescent School District Superintendent David Bingham is retiring after 41 years with the district, where he began as a paraeducator and boys junior varsity basketball coach. Bingham, a 1980 Port Angeles High School graduate, spent his entire career at Crescent. (Paula Hunt/Peninsula Daily News)

A GROWING CONCERN: Learn to prune like a pro

PERSONALLY, I AM so grateful for the frosty, cold mornings we have had this last week. The frost is exactly what our trees, bushes, shrubs… Continue reading

LETTER: Arctic security

The Trump administration wants Greenland. Greenland has legally been Danish since 1721, when title to land was given through discovery, possession and administration. Remember the… Continue reading

LETTER: Dishonoring the US

The Institute of Peace was renamed when Donald J. Trump added his name to it. In an ironic though typical haphazardous mood, he bombs a… Continue reading

LETTER: Government greed

When traveling in an earlier life across Africa, the Middle East, South America and Eastern Europe, I always tried to leave the locals with a… Continue reading

LETTER: National park fees

Reading the story about new fees for U.S. national parks was unbelievable to me (PDN, Jan. 1). Beginning immediately, non-residents older than 16 must pay… Continue reading

LETTER: Vote yes for fire levy

East Jefferson Fire Rescue is submitting a levy request for the Feb. 10 special election. Having examined the finances in detail, it is clear to… 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 1450 AM, 101.7 FM in… Continue reading

In general, is America better or worse off than it was a year ago?

In general, is America better or worse off than it was a year ago?… Continue reading

  • Jan 23, 2026

Seven nominated for open OMC board spot

Three candidates were defeated in November general election

Matthew McVay of Bayside Landscaping and Pruning uses a gas-powered pole saw to trim branches off an overgrown gum tree in Port Angeles. Now is a good time for pruning and trimming before the tree saps start moving. (Dave Logan/for Peninsula Daily News)

Tree pruning

Matthew McVay of Bayside Landscaping and Pruning uses a gas-powered pole saw to trim branches off an overgrown gum tree in Port Angeles. Now is… Continue reading

Matthew McVay of Bayside Landscaping and Pruning uses a gas-powered pole saw to trim branches off an overgrown gum tree in Port Angeles. Now is a good time for pruning and trimming before the tree saps start moving. (Dave Logan/for Peninsula Daily News)

ISSUES OF FAITH: Resolve to be more supportive

HOW YOU DOING on your New Year’s resolutions? You know what I mean. Maybe lose a bit of weight? Get into better physical condition? Reduce… Continue reading

Should retired ferries be refurbished and returned to service until new ferries are ready?

Should retired ferries be refurbished and returned to service until new ferries are ready?… Continue reading

  • Jan 22, 2026
Construction is in the early stages at the new Hurricane Ridge Middle School in Port Angeles. A special cement delivery vehicle brings another batch for the school’s foundation. (Dave Logan/for Peninsula Daily News)

Cement delivery

Construction is in the early stages at the new Hurricane Ridge Middle School in Port Angeles. A special cement delivery vehicle brings another batch for… Continue reading

Construction is in the early stages at the new Hurricane Ridge Middle School in Port Angeles. A special cement delivery vehicle brings another batch for the school’s foundation. (Dave Logan/for Peninsula Daily News)

Clallam Transit eyes more linear bus routes

Plan would shift from loop-based service

Former legislator says state needs to better manage its forest land

Jim Buck tells business leaders an alternative is fewer public services

Clallam County Sheriff Brian King.

POINT OF VIEW: Qualifications bill undermines voters’ will

I WISH TO express my concern and to urge opposition to state Senate Bill 5974. Commonly referred to as the Police Chiefs and Sheriff’s Qualifications… Continue reading

Clallam County Sheriff Brian King.
Jefferson Healthcare CEO Mike Glenn salutes 2025’s biggest accomplishments and looks ahead to the year ahead. Sarah Wright Aubin photo

Jefferson Healthcare’s Milestone Year in Review: 2025

Jefferson Healthcare CEO Mike Glenn recently reflected on the 2025’s biggest accomplishments and looked ahead to 2026 and beyond. Expanding care close to home 2025… Continue reading

Jefferson Healthcare CEO Mike Glenn salutes 2025’s biggest accomplishments and looks ahead to the year ahead. Sarah Wright Aubin photo

Do you believe firing a Federal Reserve Governor jeopardizes the Fed’s independence?

Do you believe firing a Federal Reserve Governor jeopardizes the Fed's independence?… Continue reading

  • Jan 21, 2026
The aurora borealis shines over Port Townsend late Monday night. Ideal conditions to view the event are from about 9 p.m. to 3 a.m. with clear skies and away from city lights or higher locations with northern views. (Steve Mullensky/for Peninsula Daily News)

Northern lights

The aurora borealis shines over Port Townsend late Monday night. Ideal conditions to view the event are from about 9 p.m. to 3 a.m. with… Continue reading

The aurora borealis shines over Port Townsend late Monday night. Ideal conditions to view the event are from about 9 p.m. to 3 a.m. with clear skies and away from city lights or higher locations with northern views. (Steve Mullensky/for Peninsula Daily News)