News
Port Townsend crafts new marketing plan for winter tourism slowdown
The plan targets four audiences: foodies, families, adventure travelers and romantics, with the theme of “Escape to Port…
News
Mass-rescue drill today in the Strait of Juan de Fuca to test response
The international maritime exercise will be the first in Port Angeles and will include the Coast Guard and…
Crime & Justice
Burlington mall shooting suspect charged with five counts of first-degree murder
Arcan Cetin, 20, appeared in Skagit County District Court and had his bail set at $2 million.
News
“By Us” at Port Townsend Film Festival details struggles of local small businesses
The Ron Colby film focuses on the city and the surrounding communities and features many local businesses.
News
Studies focus on acidic ocean impact on Dungeness crabs
Scientists are exposing crab larvae to acidic seawater to understand how ocean changes might affect the lucrative fishery.
News
Organizers: Arts & Droughts Festival in downtown Port Angeles sees healthy growth
This year’s festival, presented by the Port Angeles Downtown Association, saw an estimated 30 percent increase in attendance.
Crime & Justice
Authorities search for clues in Washington mall shooting
Arcan Cetin was arrested Saturday evening in Oak Harbor. He said nothing and appeared “zombie-like” when he was…
Business
EYE ON BUSINESS: This week’s meetings
Here are the various business meetings this week across the North Olympic Peninsula.
Life
BIRD WATCH: Look to the skies along Hood Canal for great birding
Because this body of water is popular with migrating birds, it is also one of those spots where…
News
EYE ON JEFFERSON: Port Townsend School Board to consider elementary school design
Meetings across Jefferson County.
Arts & Entertainment
Allen, Perez tell students about acting’s highs and lows
Both discussed the ups and downs of their acting careers, which are drastically different.
News
Jefferson County commissioner, PUD candidates discuss growth, housing
The same candidates have been invited to a candidates night in Brinnon on Monday.
News
Squall keeps boat towing firm busy in Port Townsend
It was a busy day for Vessel Assist and East Jefferson Fire-Rescue.
News
Volunteers clear tons of trash from Coastal, Strait beaches
The International Coastal Cleanup (ICC) is a global cleanup effort organized by the Ocean Conservancy each third Saturday…
News
Shooting sows terror at Washington mall; shooter on loose
Those who survived were still trying to process what happened as their community became the latest entry on…
News
NEWS BRIEFS: Port Angeles Korean War group founder to be honored at Seahawks game today … and other items
News events on the North Olympic Peninsula.
News
Wreck slows Port Townsend traffic; no one hurt
The fire department did not identify the drivers, citing privacy laws.
Business
ON THE WATERFRONT: Heavy-lift ship stands out in Port Angeles Harbor
The bright-yellow vessel came from Vancouver, B.C., after delivering a grain silo.
Life
HORSEPLAY: Local girls place at state fair; dealing with a case of colic
Three Clallam County girls earned ribbons and placings at the Washington State Fair. Karen’s horse Indy develops, and…
Life
HELP LINE: A simple way to start saving for retirement
A government website helps people begin a retirement savings account and determine their contributions.