That special tree: Peninsula residents have U-cut options for Christmas

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That special tree: Peninsula residents have U-cut options for Christmas

PORT ANGELES — One family will vacuum a lot of pine needles this winter.

Hunting limited in Western U.S. states after tough winter

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Hunting limited in Western U.S. states after tough winter

By Bob Moen

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High winds, possible landslides forecast for Western Washington

The National Weather Service is advising parts of the Olympic Peninsula to be ready for high winds and…

PENINSULA KITCHEN: Roasted Brussels sprouts make for healthful snack

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PENINSULA KITCHEN: Roasted Brussels sprouts make for healthful snack

BRUSSELS SPROUTS DO well in this cold, dark season of the nearly solstice.

PENINSULA HORSEPLAY: Learning to trim hoofs is essential skill

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PENINSULA HORSEPLAY: Learning to trim hoofs is essential skill

JUST AS IT’S often said that knowledge is power, learning a new skill can be just so empowering.

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BIRD WATCH: Weather ushers in some surprise visitors

SOME YEARS, THE population of sea ducks wintering on our protected waters is much less than others.

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A GROWING CONCERN: Turn you yard into a neighborhood showcase

SO THE HIGHLAND snow has given way to monsoon rains for days on end, and there seems no…

Letters to the Editor

LETTER: Refreshing to see the president’s accomplishments noted

It is impossible to state how great and refreshing it is to finally have someone “tell it like…

Letters to the Editor

LETTER: Abortion not easy question, even for liberal progressive

I’m a liberal progressive Democratic Christian. I am an American.

Letters to the Editor

LETTER: Father should appreciate president’s efforts to get son out of Chinese jail

Right on, high five, son.

Business

EYE ON BUSINESS: This week’s meetings

• Sequim-Dungeness Valley Chamber of Commerce — Twice-monthly breakfast meetings usually are held at 11:45 a.m. on the…

Entertainment

The small, experimental on display at Northwind Arts Center in Port Townsend

PORT TOWNSEND — Two exhibits will open Thursday at the Northwind Arts Center in celebration of the small…

Port Angeles Lions Club members Tom Deeney, left, and Dan Dodd receive a Melvin Jones Fellowship Award. (Port Angeles Lions Club)

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NEWS BRIEFS: Port Angeles Lions receive high honor … and other items

PORT ANGELES — Port Angeles Lions Club members Tom Deeney and Dan Dodd each received a Melvin Jones…

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HELP LINE: If you’re struggling, ask for charity care

I BEGIN THIS column with no small degree of trepidation because it’s going to be about charity care…

OlyCAP director: Home Fund is catalyst for hope, courage

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OlyCAP director: Home Fund is catalyst for hope, courage

Fall colors are fading as snow again blankets the peaks of the Olympics. Our breath hangs heavy in…

From left are Olympic Peninsula Humane Society board directors Linda Crow, Becky Upton, Nancy Booth and Carol Johnson, and Bill Koenig Jr. of Koenig Subaru. (Vivian Elvis Hansen/Peninsula Daily News)

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Olympic Peninsula Humane Society’s pet adoption event called a success

SEQUIM — The Olympic Peninsula Humane Society has declared its joint “Share the Love” event a success.

Peninsula Home Fund: A whole lot of love to go around for Schauer family

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Peninsula Home Fund: A whole lot of love to go around for Schauer family

PORT ANGELES — For Lynette and Ken Schauer, the idea of family is bigger than themselves.

Tree cards for Plant-A-Thon available now

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Tree cards for Plant-A-Thon available now

PORT TOWNSEND — Honorary Tree Cards for the Plant-A-Thon, decorated with artist Hannah Viano’s “A New Generation,” are…

Port Townsend Arts, Crafts Fair still connecting makers, buyers after 27 years

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Port Townsend Arts, Crafts Fair still connecting makers, buyers after 27 years

PORT TOWNSEND — During the two days after Thanksgiving, Port Townsend’s Community Center becomes a hive of creative…

Jefferson businesses report top sellers; shopping reported strong

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Jefferson businesses report top sellers; shopping reported strong

PORT TOWNSEND — Port Townsend businesses reported a flurry of sales on the weekend following Thanksgiving.