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Christian writers set inaugural monthly meeting

Olympic Peninsula Christian Writers will host the group’s inaugural monthly meeting Thursday. The group will meet from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.… Continue reading

ISSUES OF FAITH: A good word for an anxious heart

I OFTEN HAVE a yellow highlighter in my hand when I read. Sometimes I use it. But sometimes the indwelling Holy Spirit highlights things as… Continue reading

New pastor takes pulpit this Sunday

New pastor takes pulpit this Sunday

The First Presbyterian Church of Port Angeles has called a new pastor. It is the Rev. Dr. Matt Paul, 52, who most recently pastored in… Continue reading

New pastor takes pulpit this Sunday

Rock opera, quilts, grape stomping offered on Peninsula

An environmental rock opera, quilts and a grape-stomping competition are among the upcoming activities on the North Olympic Peninsula. Information also is available on the… Continue reading

Sand sculptor Kali Bradford brings artwork to fundraiser

Sand sculptor Kali Bradford brings artwork to fundraiser

World-renowned sand sculptor Kali Bradford plans to create a special piece for the Reach and Row for Hospice and Waterfront Day event set… Continue reading

Sand sculptor Kali Bradford brings artwork to fundraiser
Sequim actress to present ‘Lillian Carter Story’

Sequim actress to present ‘Lillian Carter Story’

“The Lillian Carter Story: More than a President’s Mother” stars Sequim resident Carol Swarbrick Dries in a single performance Saturday. The 7… Continue reading

Sequim actress to present ‘Lillian Carter Story’
PHOTO: Heralding the Jewish New Year

PHOTO: Heralding the Jewish New Year

a ram’s horn — at a Monday morning sunrise service at Port Angeles City… Continue reading

PHOTO: Heralding the Jewish New Year
PHOTO: Rock on at Port Angeles gem show

PHOTO: Rock on at Port Angeles gem show

Ten-year-old Dublin Burk, accompanied by his stepfather, Colin Leahy of Port Angeles, makes a purchase from Corinne Woods of P & D Agate Tacoma on… Continue reading

PHOTO: Rock on at Port Angeles gem show

A GROWING CONCERN: Cruise mode for end of summer

deadheading, pinching, leaf-stripping and cultivating, because next… Continue reading

BIRD WATCH: Now is the time to look for migrating bird visits

THERE WAS NO doubt about it. One of the first fall migrants to visit the yard was a young one. The Hutton’s vireo looked like… Continue reading

HELP LINE: Not knowing is worse than knowing a diagnosis

LAST WEEK, BECAUSE the conversation about Alzheimer’s came up (because I brought it up), we started working through the “10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s,” courtesy… Continue reading

HORSEPLAY: Local farm owners now offer trailrides, lessons

HORSEPLAY: Local farm owners now offer trailrides, lessons

I WAS SO excited when I read the classified ad stating the owners of Blue Meadow Farm were offering guided trail rides on their rental… Continue reading

HORSEPLAY: Local farm owners now offer trailrides, lessons
THE COOKING HOBBYIST: Modifications to classic recipe create delicious breakfast

THE COOKING HOBBYIST: Modifications to classic recipe create delicious breakfast

I’VE MENTIONED BEFORE that I usually have the same breakfast every morning. It’s a pretty simple and basic breakfast that is quick to prepare and… Continue reading

THE COOKING HOBBYIST: Modifications to classic recipe create delicious breakfast

“Spectacular rock specimens’ on tap for show

Rocks, games, a lecture and demonstrations are planned for the Clallam County Gem & Mineral Association’s annual Rock, Gem & Jewelry Show… Continue reading

Children’s theater, ice cream and dancing and a Sekiu community concert on Peninsula this week

A children’s theater show, ice cream and dancing and a Sekiu community concert are among the upcoming activities on the North Olympic Peninsula. Information also… Continue reading

ISSUES OF FAITH: The hidden, holy gift of autumn

I LOVE THE turning of the season between summer and fall. The high arc of the sun still brings warmth to our backs, but the… Continue reading

Sequim Dog Park party set for Saturday

Sequim Dog Park party set for Saturday

The Sequim Dog Park will celebrate its 11th birthday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday at the park within Carrie Blake Community… Continue reading

Sequim Dog Park party set for Saturday
Sequim author Aaron Elkins explores history, art in new thriller

Sequim author Aaron Elkins explores history, art in new thriller

Sequim author Aaron Elkins’ new mystery book paints a picture of the past. Elkins, an award-winning author and former anthropology professor, saw the… Continue reading

Sequim author Aaron Elkins explores history, art in new thriller
Neighborhood kiosks now on Sequim streets

Neighborhood kiosks now on Sequim streets

The city has completed the installation of seven kiosks in each of the city’s neighborhoods. Each kiosk provides a space for community members… Continue reading

Neighborhood kiosks now on Sequim streets

A GROWING CONCERN: Summer isn’t over

Hold your horses folks, or at least the hand trowels, hoses and shovels. Repeat after me: “Summer is not over.” That’s right. We still have… Continue reading