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With over 84 years experience, the team at Kristin Manwaring Insurance is committed to their clients and the community.

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When it’s time for insurance, remember the ‘Three Es’

Choosing the right insurance can be extremely complex: How do you enroll? And how do you choose the…

Photo by Elisa Laverty, grand prize winner of the Proudly PNW photo contest. Photo courtesy First Fed

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New PNW Song Contest plus Photo Winners

Each year, First Fed holds a photo contest to celebrate the beauty of the PNW. This year they…

Robin Callahan at an Oregon Sunstone mine. The rough oregon sunstone that miner Chris Rose carried in his pocket, and the front and back of the pendant Callahan created after lapidary artist Dalan Hargrave cut the gem. The pendant is now part of the Somewhere in the Rainbow collection.

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From mine to cutter to maker to client: Bainbridge Island jeweller says every piece has a story

Expedition to an Oregon Sunstone mine yields a one-of-a-kind gem, and a gem of a tale!

Before Christina Wonsey became the Peninsula College Bookaneer, she held many other labels: mother, addict, child abuse survivor and more. School was an escape, and she used it to achieve a better life for her family.

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More than “just making it”

PC Alum Christina Wonsey talks about breaking the cycle

The friendly, knowledgable professionals at ServiceMaster Recovery can help you through the entire process of dealing with a disaster in your home or business.

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Helping Olympic Peninsula homeowners and businesses with restoration services for 30 years

When a natural disaster strikes your home or business, it can seem as though the journey to repair…

Jefferson Healthcare is invested in the community and that includes creating job opportunities for young people and training partnerships to fill those important roles. Sarah Wright Photography

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Keeping it in the community: Port Townsend healthcare provider offers job training and new horizons

Over the pandemic, many of us found ourselves looking at our local communities in a different way. While…

BILLY Footwear offers a unique, innovative zipper closure that is both fashion-forward and adaptive-friendly

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Back to school with BILLY Footwear

As kids head back to school in new shoes, a unique footwear design developed here in Washington continues…

Josh Dalrymple, graduate of the Medical Assisting program at Peninsula College, now works at North Olympic Healthcare Network.

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For Josh, Medical Assisting offers variety, consistency, fulfillment

By Josh Dalrymple, graduate of the Medical Assisting program at Peninsula College.

As an advocate for physical and mental wellbeing, Jaime Jaynes created Port Townshend’s Vespertine Boutique as a safe, confidential retail destination for clients to discover products, techniques and services that support life-long health.

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Travelling with toys

If you’re lucky enough to have travel plans this year, you might be trying to figure out the…

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Seeking Submissions for the Proudly PNW Photo Contest

Every year local photography enthusiasts submit their best photos to First Fed’s Proudly PNW photo contest. This year’s…

Bees are vital to Bloedel Reserve, whose wetlands and wildflower meadow depend upon robust pollinator populations for their ability to set seed and perpetuate themselves.

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What’s the buzz at Bloedel Reserve? (Hint: it begins with bees!)

Bees are a key part of the conservation puzzle at this Bainbridge Island garden

One year ago, Vespertine Boutique opened in Port Townshend with a mission to ensure that people know there are numerous ways to access personal healthcare, including pleasure, contraception, and sexual education.

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The right to healthcare for all humans

Here at Vespertine Boutique, we believe we would be doing a disservice if we continue to talk about…

Amie Batton, Director of Transitional Studies at Peninsula College.

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Keep going, keep learning

Single mother earned her GED and advanced degrees by utilizing PC Services and Support

First Fed District Branch Manager Jody Copeland and her team members are ready to help you maximize your savings.

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Higher Interest Rates are Good News for Savings

Rising mortgage interest rates are making headlines this year. However, higher interest rates are great news for savings.…

Inflated costs and supply shortages have inspired some to try <a href="https://vespertineboutique.com/collections/period/products/hello-cup-s-m-small-medium" target="_blank">alternative menstrual products</a>. Vespertine Boutique in Port Townsend can help answer any questions you may have.

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Time to think outside of the tampon box?

Halloween party at OMP Children's Clinic

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Checking in with PC Grad Ariel Hodge, MA-C, CMA (AAMA)

PC alumna Ariel Hodge has worked at Olympic Medical Physicians Women’s Health Clinic as an MA-C for the…

Your business could qualify for thousands of dollars per eligible employee through the Employee Retention Credit tax refund.

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Business Owners: File for Your ERC Tax Refund Now

Was your business impacted negatively by the pandemic? Your business may be eligible for the Employee Retention Credit…

Find Vespertine Boutique on Facebook, Instagram and at 914 Water St. in Port Townsend.

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One secret to happiness in aging? Stop trying to recapture lost youth

Tools to help sexual health challenges of older adults can be useful at all ages

Jesse Major is a Public Records Analyst for Clallam County and previously worked as a journalist for the Peninsula Daily News. His time working at The Buccaneer, Peninsula College’s award-winning student newspaper, was the launch of a wild career.

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Skills honed in PC Journalism Program help shape graduate’s career trajectory

By Jesse Major

First Fed Board of Directors with Field Arts & Events Hall leadership. Photo credit: Zoe Bowen.

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First Fed Gives $2M to Field Hall to Support Local Economic Development

Along the waterfront in downtown Port Angeles, a new community space is taking shape. Field Arts & Events…