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Olympic National Park rangers suspend search for body of man whose boat capsized

A park spokeswoman cited a lack of clues and the time that has passed since the incident north…

Trinity United Methodist Church, 609 Taylor St., will host a concert at 7 p.m. Thursday featuring cellist Madelyn Kowalski, seen here, as part of the ongoing Candlelight Concert Series. (Deja Webster)

Life

Cellist Madelyn Kowalski to be featured in concert

For 18-year-old Kowalski, this will be the sixth annual concert.

News

Events have Ice Age theme at Royal BC Museum in Victoria

Tunes, tales and a sleepover are planned in September.

Opinion

PAT NEAL: Really, how unique are Elwha steelhead?

You have to wonder if hatchery steelhead are really so bad for native ones.

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National park fires calm

Although Olympic National Park fires have calmed, rising temperatures and winds could increase them.

First Federal Community Foundation elects member to board of directors

Business

First Federal Community Foundation elects member to board of directors

Craig A. Curtis is an architect from Kitsap County, where he has been employed since 1987.

Opinion

LETTER: It’s your duty to vote in November’s election

You’re not voting for a political party; you’re voting for an individual’s actions.

Brush fire ignites reminder of burn bans on North Olympic Peninsula

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Brush fire ignites reminder of burn bans on North Olympic Peninsula

The blaze was caused by a section of a tree falling into power lines.

State finds deficiencies in Jefferson County PUD audit

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State finds deficiencies in Jefferson County PUD audit

Among the recommendations was replacing outdated accounting software that wasn’t fit for the electrical utility.

Business

BUSINESS BRIEFS: Pet-related events hosted at Sequim business this Saturday … and other items

Business events across the North Olympic Peninsula.

News

Howard Street Extenison groundbreaking Friday in Port Townsend

The $6.5 million project will connect West Sims Way and Discovery Road.

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Free entrance to national and state parks, activities to mark centennial this week

North Olympic Peninsula locations to start waiving fees Thursday.

Eastern Washington fires destroy homes, force evacuations in Spokane region

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Eastern Washington fires destroy homes, force evacuations in Spokane region

One fire jumped the Spokane River and threatened a small community on the Spokane Indian Reservation.

Crime

Authorities say man and his dog were shot and injured in Port Ludlow

Reports detail a fight between friends that reportedly ended in shots fired.

New postmaster now on the job in Port Townsend

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New postmaster now on the job in Port Townsend

Eastern Washington native Larry Dekker was drawn to community’s proximity to the water.

Spike in fire activity in Olympic National Park closes a section of Elwha River Trail

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Spike in fire activity in Olympic National Park closes a section of Elwha River Trail

Park Service officials have moved to suppress Godkin fire flames a quarter mile from park camp structures.

Largest of Olympic National Park fires now tops 700 acres

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Largest of Olympic National Park fires now tops 700 acres

Officials expect moderated fire activity with lower termperatures following warm spell.

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Recent hire brings Port Townsend Police Department to full staffing levels

Plan calls for two full-time detectives and a school resource officer once all new officers are fully trained.

Jefferson County’s Proctor House offers unique solution for troubled youth

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Jefferson County’s Proctor House offers unique solution for troubled youth

Juveniles who have offended can still attend school, after-school programs and maintain jobs while serving time in detention.

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NEWS BRIEFS: Journey of Pax talk set for Aug. 30 … and other items

News items for the North Olympic Peninsula.