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KEITH THORPE/PENINSULA DAILY NEWS Zane Rensen, 6, of Port Angeles receives patriotic face paint from Port Angeles High School cheerleader Madison Bishop in the children's activity tent at Port Angeles City Pier during Friday's Independence Day celebration.
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Independence celebration

Port Angeles celebrated Independence Day with sights and sounds of America on the Fourth of July.… Continue reading

KEITH THORPE/PENINSULA DAILY NEWS Zane Rensen, 6, of Port Angeles receives patriotic face paint from Port Angeles High School cheerleader Madison Bishop in the children's activity tent at Port Angeles City Pier during Friday's Independence Day celebration.

Man sentenced to 10 years on firearms charges

A 44-year-old man has been sentenced after pleading guilty to two counts of unlawful possession of a firearm in the first degree.… Continue reading

  • Jul 5, 2025
  • By Emily Hanson Peninsula Daily News

Project SAFER aims to help those with disabilities

Form identifies sensitivities for law enforcement officers

Public meeting on Rayonier Mill Cleanup on Tuesday

The Washington State Department of Ecology on Tuesday will hold a public meeting at Field Arts & Events Hall, 201 W. Front… Continue reading

Sheriff’s office says suspect a repeat offender

A repeat offender was arrested this week for burglary, theft and drug possession. At approximately 7:56 a.m., Wednesday, the Clallam County Sheriff’s Office… Continue reading

Summer meal programs help out families in Jefferson County

Jefferson Healthcare and Jefferson County Food Bank Association offer assistance

Art, music and games planned on Peninsula

This weekend on the Peninsula features art, music and activities. • Mary Franchini and Sheri Whetsine will open their joint exhibit “Fire and Water” from… Continue reading

August trial set for robbery suspect

Not guilty plea entered for felony charges from Frugal’s incident

Cox undergoing competency evaluation

Standoff suspect due in court Monday

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Focus on ‘Ian’s Ride: A Long Distance Journey to Joy’: Author and Guiness Record holder speak at Dungeness River Nature Center

“It’s so nice chatting with so many friendly faces,” Ian Mackay said to a home-turf gathered at the Dungeness River Nature Center to listen to… Continue reading

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KEITH THORPE/PENINSULA DAILY NEWS A crew erects an activity tent on Thursday in the parking lot of Port Angeles City Pier in preparation for today's Independence Day events. For a list of July 4 activities, see today's on-line edition of the Peninsula Daily News.
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In tents preparation

A crew erects an activity tent on Thursday in the parking lot of Port Angeles City Pier in preparation for today’s Independence Day events. For… Continue reading

KEITH THORPE/PENINSULA DAILY NEWS A crew erects an activity tent on Thursday in the parking lot of Port Angeles City Pier in preparation for today's Independence Day events. For a list of July 4 activities, see today's on-line edition of the Peninsula Daily News.

Port Angeles City Council taking applications for seat

A vacancy on the City Council must be filled by Sept. 28. The application period for that vacancy opened Wednesday. Applicants have… Continue reading

German violinist Franziska Pietsch will be a featured soloist in the Port Angeles Symphony’s first concert of the 2025-2026 season.

Port Angeles Symphony Orchestra poised for new season

Season passes on sale

  • Jul 4, 2025
  • By Diane Urbani de la Paz For Peninsula Daily News
  • Clallam County
German violinist Franziska Pietsch will be a featured soloist in the Port Angeles Symphony’s first concert of the 2025-2026 season.

Auditions to be conducted for playhouse production

Rebecca Gilbert will conduct auditions for an upcoming production of “The Foreigner” at 6:30 p.m. July 17 and at 2 p.m. July… Continue reading

KEITH THORPE/PENINSULA DAILY NEWS Construction workers stand on what remains of the old U.S. 101 bridge over the Elwha River on Wednesday as the aging structure is dismantled. The old bridge, built in 1926, was in danger of washout when the river beneath changed course and engineers discovered the bridge piers were built on gravel instead of bedrock, leading to constructon of a new bridge, at right, which was opened to traffic in 2024. The old bridge was to remain in place until a fish-spawning window, which runs from mid-July until the end of August.
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Bridge removal

Construction workers stand on what remains of the old U.S. Highway 101 bridge over the Elwha River on Wednesday as the aging structure is dismantled.… Continue reading

KEITH THORPE/PENINSULA DAILY NEWS Construction workers stand on what remains of the old U.S. 101 bridge over the Elwha River on Wednesday as the aging structure is dismantled. The old bridge, built in 1926, was in danger of washout when the river beneath changed course and engineers discovered the bridge piers were built on gravel instead of bedrock, leading to constructon of a new bridge, at right, which was opened to traffic in 2024. The old bridge was to remain in place until a fish-spawning window, which runs from mid-July until the end of August.

Canadians coming to support community

‘Neighbours’ to march in July 4 parade

Fourth of July events set on Peninsula

Fourth of July events are planned around the Peninsula, includings arts and crafts, fun runs and music. PORT TOWNSEND • The Port Townsend Summer Band… Continue reading

Traveling with Dignity by Len Zeoli

Fourth of July open house offered at gallery

Pacific Northwest Impressions will be on display during a Fourth of July open house from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday. The open… Continue reading

Traveling with Dignity by Len Zeoli

OMC updates partner process

Says it is now in ‘decision phase’

Port Angeles council begins 2026 budgeting

Looks at staffing, taxes and expenditures