Clallam County

LETTER: Two simple questions for participants of the Port Angeles climate march

Question No. 1: Of the over 400 marchers in the People’s Climate on March April 29 in Port Angeles, how many drove a fossil fuel… Continue reading

PA Ambassadors cut ribbon for several businesses

The Port Angeles Ambassadors recently held ribbon-cuttings for local businesses. The ribbon-cuttings were held for Studio 360, Fast Burrito and Sparket R&R.… Continue reading

PAT NEAL: Green crab Dungeness’ newest tormenter

IT WAS ANOTHER tough week in the news for our environment. The recent discovery of “invasive” European green crabs (“European Green Crab Found In Dungeness… Continue reading

Everyday heroes: Volunteers honored with community service awards

Everyday heroes: Volunteers honored with community service awards

Eight everyday heroes were honored last week for working behind the scenes to make Clallam County a better place to live. Volunteers… Continue reading

Everyday heroes: Volunteers honored with community service awards
Smoke detectors that talk offered free to Clallam Fire District No. 2 residents

Smoke detectors that talk offered free to Clallam Fire District No. 2 residents

Free, talking smoke and carbon monoxide alarms — freely installed as well — are available from Clallam Fire District No. 2 to… Continue reading

Smoke detectors that talk offered free to Clallam Fire District No. 2 residents
Big May day crowds in Seattle, Portland

Big May day crowds in Seattle, Portland

Chanting “Stand up, fight back,” hundreds of people marched through downtown Seattle Monday to… Continue reading

Big May day crowds in Seattle, Portland

LETTER: It’s time to get up to speed on science

Over the past two weekends our community has had the opportunity to receive the teachings of science and to express our concerns about growing carbon… Continue reading

NEWS BRIEFS: Clallam PUD offices closed Wednesday … and other items

The Clallam County Public Utility District’s offices will be closed Wednesday for an all-employee meeting. The offices will reopen Thursday morning, according to… Continue reading

WEST END NEIGHBOR: A story to tell under the ashes

WEST END NEIGHBOR: A story to tell under the ashes

THERE ARE TIMES when setting something ablaze seems like a good solution. Flames also draw people’s attention. So when Sandy Floe decided to set fire… Continue reading

WEST END NEIGHBOR: A story to tell under the ashes
New disc golf course near Blyn expected to open early summer

New disc golf course near Blyn expected to open early summer

Players will be greeted by sweeping views of the Olympic Mountains from the first tee box when the Rainshadow Disc Golf Course lives… Continue reading

New disc golf course near Blyn expected to open early summer

EYE ON OLYMPIA: Bill attempts to break deadlock

The state Legislature officially started a special session last Monday but there hasn’t been much of the expected negotiations about funding public education… Continue reading

United Way to celebrate on Thursday

United Way of Clallam County board members and staff will thank donors for contributing more than $796,000 at its annual campaign celebration… Continue reading

Robotic fruit pickers eyed for state’s fruit orchards

Robotic fruit pickers eyed for state’s fruit orchards

Harvesting Washington state’s vast fruit orchards each year requires thousands of farm workers, and many of… Continue reading

Robotic fruit pickers eyed for state’s fruit orchards

Band offers flower baskets for sale

Northwinds Homeschool Band is offering flower baskets to fund expenses. Baskets are available for $30 each or $28 for four or more.… Continue reading

Clallam, Jefferson to test tsunami sirens today

Clallam and Jefferson counties will test their all hazard alert broadcast (AHAB) sirens today as part of their tsunami-readiness programs. The Winchester chimes are scheduled… Continue reading

NEWS BRIEFS: Rotarians give $2,300 to Feiro in PA … and other items

The Port Angeles Noon Rotary Club recently donated $2,300 to the Feiro Marine Life Center. Noon Rotary foundation director Austin Lee and… Continue reading

Suspect in shootout with police pleads not guilty; June trial set

Suspect in shootout with police pleads not guilty; June trial set

A June trial has been set for a Port Angeles man charged with shooting at law enforcement officers at a busy intersection… Continue reading

Suspect in shootout with police pleads not guilty; June trial set
Invasive European green crab found in Dungeness Bay

Invasive European green crab found in Dungeness Bay

An invasive crab species scientists and locals feared to find on the North Olympic Peninsula was discovered in traps last week in Dungeness… Continue reading

Invasive European green crab found in Dungeness Bay
Not giving up: Father continues search for missing son near Sol Duc

Not giving up: Father continues search for missing son near Sol Duc

The father of a 22-year-old man who disappeared near the Sol Duc River 22 days ago is continuing to look for… Continue reading

Not giving up: Father continues search for missing son near Sol Duc
Peninsula-wide climate march draws more than 400

Peninsula-wide climate march draws more than 400

A crowd of more than 400 marched for climate action on the North Olympic Peninsula on Saturday, joining others who participated in… Continue reading

Peninsula-wide climate march draws more than 400