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First of two storms expected to hit Peninsula on Thursday night

Forecasters predict the second storm could be one of the strongest in Pacific Northwest history.

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NEWS BRIEFS: PA candidate forum set for Wednesday … and other items

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Port Townsend-Coupeville ferry down to one-boat schedule starting today

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Port Townsend-Coupeville ferry down to one-boat schedule starting today

The change in schedule will last until Jan. 7, 2017.

Clallam County commissioners mull agreement for William Shore Memorial Pool expansion

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Clallam County commissioners mull agreement for William Shore Memorial Pool expansion

Under the deal, the pool district would help relocate Peninsula Behavioral Health’s Horizon Center, remove its old building…

Port Angeles fifth-graders using new technology in physical activity program

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Port Angeles fifth-graders using new technology in physical activity program

Sqords, activity tracking devices similar to a Fitbit, went to each of the 350 students who opted into…

Port of Port Townsend facing challenges in 2017 budget due to repairs, projects list

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Port of Port Townsend facing challenges in 2017 budget due to repairs, projects list

Yhe port is looking at $16 million worth of capital projects — many of which are much-needed repairs.

Quilcene residents air grievances with Port of Port Townsend

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Quilcene residents air grievances with Port of Port Townsend

Herb Beck Marina at core of complaints following port budget discussions.

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Professor to discuss carbon emissions policy

Talk will be in Forks on Friday night.

Dungeness Crab & Seafood Festival’s strong numbers could prompt expansion

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Dungeness Crab & Seafood Festival’s strong numbers could prompt expansion

An estimated 6 tons — 11,500 pounds — of Dungeness crab were consumed at the waterfront festival in…

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Body found in water in Port Hadlock area

Jefferson County Sheriff’s Department investigating after man is spotted offshore.

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Weather forecasters predicting stormy weather for Peninsula starting Wednesday

Officials say the first of two strong Pacific storm systems is expected to approach the area this evening…

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Port Angeles School Board seeks student representatives

Students will need to be able to give input to the board and tell peers about board’s actions.

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NEWS BRIEFS: PT speaker to talk about maritime life … and other items

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Port Townsend Food Co-Op eyes expansion

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Port Townsend Food Co-Op eyes expansion

The market’s board hopes to expand to 14,900 square feet, adding space for staff, shoppers and produce.

State Sen. Jim Hargrove honored by tribes, colleagues at Clallam County Democrats dinner

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State Sen. Jim Hargrove honored by tribes, colleagues at Clallam County Democrats dinner

The Lower Elwha Klallam, Makah, Quileute and Jamestown S’Klallam tribes presented the retiring senator with gifts as he…

Deaf Wonder Dog ‘listens’ with his eyes in Port Angeles

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Deaf Wonder Dog ‘listens’ with his eyes in Port Angeles

The 1-year-old dog at the Olympic Peninsula Humane Society knows several signs and hand gestures.

Old Port Angeles pump station to be demolished this week

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Old Port Angeles pump station to be demolished this week

Traffic slowdowns are expected in the area of Front Street and Marine Drive.

Gov. Inslee issues order on fight against opioid abuse

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Gov. Inslee issues order on fight against opioid abuse

The order calls for efforts to prevent overdose deaths, including expanding access to naloxone, a medication used to…

Peninsula health officials applaud governor’s interest in stemming opioid abuse

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Peninsula health officials applaud governor’s interest in stemming opioid abuse

Gov. Inslee’s executive order on preventing opioid addiction and overdose deaths is praised by local leaders.

Downtown Pirate Daze postponed in Port Angeles

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Downtown Pirate Daze postponed in Port Angeles

The event is meant to help foster a relationship between businesses and college students has been rescheduled for…