Daily Update Newsletter

PAHS Thespians to present ‘The Diviners’

PAHS Thespians to present ‘The Diviners’

The Port Angeles High School Thespian Society will perform “The Diviners,” directed by Kelly Lovall, in the Port Angeles Performing Arts Center… Continue reading

PAHS Thespians to present ‘The Diviners’
YEAR IN REVIEW: Neah Bay’s basketball title is top story of 2016

YEAR IN REVIEW: Neah Bay’s basketball title is top story of 2016

Over the seasons the carpeted floors inside the locker rooms of Spokane Arena have absorbed their fair share of heartbroken tears. The… Continue reading

YEAR IN REVIEW: Neah Bay’s basketball title is top story of 2016
PREP SPORTS: State releases first RPI rankings

PREP SPORTS: State releases first RPI rankings

The Washington Interscholastic Activities Association released last week the first Rating Percentage Index for boys’ and girls’… Continue reading

PREP SPORTS: State releases first RPI rankings

PREP HOOPS: Redhawks win third straight, Red Devils fifth straight

The Port Townsend basketball boys won their third straight game, again shooting well from outside in a 54-46 win over Granite Falls.… Continue reading

Trial delayed for suspect accused of killing Forks toddler

Trial delayed for suspect accused of killing Forks toddler

The mid-January trial of a Forks woman accused of killing 2½-year-old Isaac Ward on Nov. 9 has been delayed while investigators continue… Continue reading

Trial delayed for suspect accused of killing Forks toddler
Ramona Ward

April trial date set in death of Forks toddler

A Forks woman charged with killing a 2½-year-old toddler has a new trial date. Ramona Jean Ward’s three-week murder trial was moved… Continue reading

Ramona Ward
Report: Salmon are in trouble, with most below recovery goals

Report: Salmon are in trouble, with most below recovery goals

Salmon throughout most of Washington state are in trouble, and will need continued investment by state, federal and local organizations if they… Continue reading

Report: Salmon are in trouble, with most below recovery goals
Fire destroys car in Port Townsend

Fire destroys car in Port Townsend

A car burst into flames and was destroyed on San Juan Avenue in Port Townsend. The driver of the car, Jacob Wilford,… Continue reading

Fire destroys car in Port Townsend

King legacy to be honored at Peninsula College; Standing Rock protesters, film will be featured

Thursday’s Studium Generale presentation will focus on Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy in current events, especially the emphasis on non-violent action during… Continue reading

One hurt when tree fell on car near Lake Crescent is released from hospital

One family member who survived when a falling tree struck an SUV at Lake Crescent on Jan. 1 has been discharged from Harborview… Continue reading

Port Angeles student accused of bringing gun to school

A Port Angeles High School student will appear in juvenile court Monday after authorities said they found a .32-caliber handgun in his… Continue reading

Public comment to be taken on proposed Port Angeles school levy

Public comment to be taken on proposed Port Angeles school levy

City Council members had to stifle their opinions last week following a presentation on a proposed Feb. 14 Port Angeles School District… Continue reading

Public comment to be taken on proposed Port Angeles school levy
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Rowing association’s John Halberg felled by apparent heart attack during workout

John Halberg died doing what he loved. Halberg, founder of the Olympic Peninsula Rowing Association and a longtime community volunteer, suffered an… Continue reading

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Wounded Mount Vernon officer improving in hospital

A Mount Vernon police officer who was shot in the head last month while responding to a call has shown signs of improvement… Continue reading

Two Highway 112 roadside fires under investigation

Two Highway 112 roadside fires under investigation

Officials are investigating the cause of two fires that began within an hour of each other along state Highway 112 early Thursday… Continue reading

Two Highway 112 roadside fires under investigation

Influenza cases rising; peak not reached

Flu activity has escalated across the region and the state, and North Olympic Peninsula public health officers say it’s not too late to get vaccinated.… Continue reading

Humble hero saves family from fall over ravine

Humble hero saves family from fall over ravine

A man risked his life and saved her family from what she thought was certain death as her vehicle slid on an… Continue reading

Humble hero saves family from fall over ravine

Port Townsend OKs new water, sewer rate study

The Port Townsend City Council has unanimously approved a new water and sewer rate study and excise tax review that would update… Continue reading

Clallam commissioners agree to work collaboratively with treasurer, other department heads

To start the new year on the right foot, Clallam County commissioners have resolved to work with other elected officials and department… Continue reading

Cause under investigation after fire destroys Sequim home

Cause under investigation after fire destroys Sequim home

A Carlsborg man is still looking for answers after a blaze destroyed his home on New Year’s Day. Firefighters searched Monday for the… Continue reading

Cause under investigation after fire destroys Sequim home