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Cline Spit closed to swimming

High concentrations of enterococcus bacteria, which is found in the feces of warm-blooded creatures, were found.

Brush fire ignites reminder of burn bans on North Olympic Peninsula

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Brush fire ignites reminder of burn bans on North Olympic Peninsula

The blaze was caused by a section of a tree falling into power lines.

State finds deficiencies in Jefferson County PUD audit

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State finds deficiencies in Jefferson County PUD audit

Among the recommendations was replacing outdated accounting software that wasn’t fit for the electrical utility.

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Clallam County firefighters assist in battling Eastern Washington wildfire

The blaze in Stevens County has been challenging for firefighters because of steep terrain and accessibility to the…

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NEWS BRIEFS: Port Townsend presentation Tuesday to focus on Medicare coverage … and other items

News items on the North Olympic Peninsula.

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Howard Street Extenison groundbreaking Friday in Port Townsend

The $6.5 million project will connect West Sims Way and Discovery Road.

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State Patrol: Motorcyclist strikes pickup truck from behind on Highway 112

Port Angeles man in serious condition in Seattle hospital after wreck near Freshwater Bay Road.

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Free entrance to national and state parks, activities to mark centennial this week

North Olympic Peninsula locations to start waiving fees Thursday.

Eastern Washington fires destroy homes, force evacuations in Spokane region

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Eastern Washington fires destroy homes, force evacuations in Spokane region

One fire jumped the Spokane River and threatened a small community on the Spokane Indian Reservation.

Memorial planned for Sequim businessman, volunteer Louie Rychlik

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Memorial planned for Sequim businessman, volunteer Louie Rychlik

Gathering on Sept. 4 will honor 2015 Sequim-Dungeness Valley Chamber of Commerce Citizen of the Year.

New postmaster now on the job in Port Townsend

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New postmaster now on the job in Port Townsend

Eastern Washington native Larry Dekker was drawn to community’s proximity to the water.

Port of Port Angeles officials identify gaps in preparedness after Cascadia Rising drill

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Port of Port Angeles officials identify gaps in preparedness after Cascadia Rising drill

Equipment, communication highlighted in presentation to commissioners on devastating earthquake scenario.

Peninsula Behavioral Health director to retire after decade of growth

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Peninsula Behavioral Health director to retire after decade of growth

Peter Casey, 66, will retire at month’s end.

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Clallam commissioners briefed on draft Cascadia Rising evaluation, improvement plan

Officials: Earthquake drill was first step in response plan for major disaster.

Spike in fire activity in Olympic National Park closes a section of Elwha River Trail

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Spike in fire activity in Olympic National Park closes a section of Elwha River Trail

Park Service officials have moved to suppress Godkin fire flames a quarter mile from park camp structures.

Largest of Olympic National Park fires now tops 700 acres

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Largest of Olympic National Park fires now tops 700 acres

Officials expect moderated fire activity with lower termperatures following warm spell.

Clallam County Historical Society prepares huge sale set to start this weekend in Port Angeles

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Clallam County Historical Society prepares huge sale set to start this weekend in Port Angeles

Organizers: Members get first chance Thursday with wide variety of items at fundraising event.

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Recent hire brings Port Townsend Police Department to full staffing levels

Plan calls for two full-time detectives and a school resource officer once all new officers are fully trained.

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Tort claim could end in repeal of emergency measure against large buildings in rural Clallam areas

Claimant is a woman who wants to build a 32,000-square-foot bed and breakfast on East Sequim Bay Road.

Jefferson County’s Proctor House offers unique solution for troubled youth

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Jefferson County’s Proctor House offers unique solution for troubled youth

Juveniles who have offended can still attend school, after-school programs and maintain jobs while serving time in detention.