Clallam County

Veterans invited to share stories at North Olympic Library System branches

The tales will be archived in a collection of oral histories from Clallam County residents.

Rise seen in North Olympic Peninsula tobacco retailers selling to minors

Rise seen in North Olympic Peninsula tobacco retailers selling to minors

Report points to higher than state average numbers for noncompliance in both Clallam and Jefferson counties.

Rise seen in North Olympic Peninsula tobacco retailers selling to minors

Port Angeles City Council to form subcommittee focused on education, fluoride options

Move to inform water users on maintaining dental health follows decision to halt public fluoridation.

Cherie Kidd

Port Angeles City Council outlaws profanity from its members

Deputy Mayor Cherie Kidd’s suggestion prompted by Councilman Lee Whetham’s words.

Cherie Kidd
Hiker treated for fall on Olympic National Park’s Pyramid Peak

Hiker treated for fall on Olympic National Park’s Pyramid Peak

The 38-year-old fell above the large slide area on the trail near Lake Crescent and was transported by helicopter.

Hiker treated for fall on Olympic National Park’s Pyramid Peak
Tharinger, Alger opposed on capital gains tax, minimum wage

Tharinger, Alger opposed on capital gains tax, minimum wage

Position 2 state Rep. Steve Tharinger, 67, the longtime incumbent Democrat, said he’s for the increases, while John Alger, 62, who filed as an “independent-GOP party” candidate, said he’s opposed.

Tharinger, Alger opposed on capital gains tax, minimum wage

Free outdoor concerts set this week in Port Angeles, Port Townsend

In Port Angeles, the Ian McFeron Band will perform folksy rock ‘n’ roll at 6 p.m. today at City Pier.

Clallam County eyes Solmar intersection improvements

Five wrecks have been reported near the intersection of the 25 mph residential roads since 2009, the county engineer said.

Clallam County fair begins Thursday in Port Angeles

Clallam County fair begins Thursday in Port Angeles

“Cowboy Boots & Country Roots” to be on display through Sunday at fairgrounds.

Clallam County fair begins Thursday in Port Angeles

Dungeness National Wildlife Refuge to host program on minimizing effects on environment

The program will take place from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sept. 3 in Sequim.

New career firefighters/EMTs for Clallam County Fire District No. 2 are, from left, Neil Crumley, Zachary Gear and Tyler Reid. (Jay Cline/Clallam County Fire District No. 2)

Clallam County Fire District 2 hires three full-time career firefighters

The firefighters were selected through a competitive examination process held in June that was open to current volunteer firefighters.

New career firefighters/EMTs for Clallam County Fire District No. 2 are, from left, Neil Crumley, Zachary Gear and Tyler Reid. (Jay Cline/Clallam County Fire District No. 2)

LETTER: Recent Speaking Out responses reflect citizens’ confusion

… vote for the one who will do the least harm …

LETTER: Democratic Party no longer the one for me

I can no longer in good conscience vote for a party of such sheer hypocrisy.

LETTER: Jet noise takes away from natural beauty

Olympic National Park has lost a vital component with the persistent sounds of jets overhead.

Clallam County OKs change order for floral barn upgrade

Commissioners voted 3-0 Tuesday to approve the $7,839 change order with Aldergrove Construction of Port Angeles.

Jury sides with University of Washington surgeon in bone cement trial

Jurors ruled that the doctor did not act below the standard of medical care when he used Norian bone cement.