Clallam County

BUSINESS BRIEFS: Olympic Newcomers’ Club to host holiday party Dec. 14 … and other items

The Olympic Newcomers’ Club will host its annual holiday party from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 14. There will be… Continue reading

EYE ON BUSINESS: This week’s meetings

Luncheon meetings are Wednesdays at noon at Blakeslee’s Bar &Grill, 1222 S. Forks Ave. This Wednesday’s gathering will be… Continue reading

EYE ON CLALLAM: County to hold budget hearings Tuesday

The three Clallam County commissioners will conduct two public hearings on the proposed 2017 budget Tuesday. The hearings will begin at 10:30 a.m. and 6… Continue reading

HELP LINE: A change in numbers in coming

HERE’S HOW MUCH I like you: I’m going to summarize this entire column in one sentence, allowing you to briskly proceed to the next important… Continue reading

LETTER: Clallam Economic Development Corp. has transformed the shape of the county

It’s a hidden gem within a complex of positive actions, hardline naysayers, unsung accomplishments and now sound local support, all rolled up into one organization:… Continue reading

LETTER: Give credit where credit is due: Thanks, Obama, for GOP’s rise

I never thought I would say this, but I would like to congratulate President Obama on a job well done. After all, his stated goal… Continue reading

NEWS BRIEFS: Clallam Bay Library invites gingerbread house entries for Dec. 16 contest … and other items

The Clallam Bay Library will accept homemade gingerbread houses, castles, huts and cabins beginning Dec. 12 for an all-ages gingerbread contest. The… Continue reading

Dancing with Toys collects this Friday for Salvation Army

Dancing with Toys collects this Friday for Salvation Army

Community members will dance their way into the hearts of local children for a good cause at the 14th annual Dancing for… Continue reading

Dancing with Toys collects this Friday for Salvation Army
Northwest Women’s Chorale to usher in holidays with performances today, Monday

Northwest Women’s Chorale to usher in holidays with performances today, Monday

The Northwest Women’s Chorale will usher in the holiday season with performances in Sequim and Port Angeles. The first performance will be at 7 tonight… Continue reading

Northwest Women’s Chorale to usher in holidays with performances today, Monday
Wood artisans to display wares at show in Sequim this Saturday

Wood artisans to display wares at show in Sequim this Saturday

Expert wood carvers on Saturday will demonstrate their craft during the 11th annual Wooden Art Show in Sequim. The show, organized by Pacific… Continue reading

Wood artisans to display wares at show in Sequim this Saturday

New DOL system impacts services; department expects delays

The Clallam County Auditor’s Office is advising its Department of Licensing customers to expect longer wait times midmonth as a new statewide… Continue reading

Port Angeles jazz concert to benefit college student programs

Port Angeles jazz concert to benefit college student programs

Put some jingle in your jazz Thursday during the fourth annual Jingle Jazz benefit concert at Peninsula College. The concert will be… Continue reading

Port Angeles jazz concert to benefit college student programs
‘The Nutcracker’ with a North Olympic Peninsula Twist: Ballet Workshop brings updated version of holiday classic to PA

‘The Nutcracker’ with a North Olympic Peninsula Twist: Ballet Workshop brings updated version of holiday classic to PA

It is 1895 and the North Olympic Peninsula has been shaken heartily by the Panic of 1893 — an economic depression during… Continue reading

‘The Nutcracker’ with a North Olympic Peninsula Twist: Ballet Workshop brings updated version of holiday classic to PA
Sequim Bee Farm hives vandalized; no leads so far

Sequim Bee Farm hives vandalized; no leads so far

Owners of the Sequim Bee Farm are looking for answers after they say vandals poisoned 20 of their hives, killing upward of 300,000… Continue reading

Sequim Bee Farm hives vandalized; no leads so far
Snow delights Hurricane Ridge visitors

Snow delights Hurricane Ridge visitors

Skiers, snowboarders and sledders are optimistic about a good snow year to come hit the slopes at Hurricane Ridge throughout the… Continue reading

Snow delights Hurricane Ridge visitors

Port Angeles woman accidentally dragged under truck recovering at hospital

A woman who was accidentally dragged under a truck early Tuesday evening was recovering Wednesday at Olympic Medical Center. Kacey Bauers, 47,… Continue reading

Forest Service accepting comments on permit for Navy electronic warfare training

The U.S. Forest Service is accepting comments on its draft decision, announced this week, to grant a special-use permit for the Navy’s… Continue reading

Port Angeles man faces molestation charges

A Port Angeles man faces formal charges today for allegedly molesting three girls. David Randall Chesser, 48, was arrested Tuesday for investigation… Continue reading

Twinkle Lights Holiday Parade to shine Saturday in Forks

Twinkle Lights Holiday Parade to shine Saturday in Forks

About a dozen entries have signed up for the 15th annual Twinkle Light Holiday Parade on Saturday. “It’s not the smallest parade in… Continue reading

Twinkle Lights Holiday Parade to shine Saturday in Forks
Pickleball paddle unveiled as new composite center’s initial product

Pickleball paddle unveiled as new composite center’s initial product

Composite Recycling Technology Center officials announced Thursday that the center’s first product will be the world’s first recycled aerospace-quality carbon fiber pickleball… Continue reading

Pickleball paddle unveiled as new composite center’s initial product