Jefferson County

A GROWING CONCERN: Planning now saves work later

THE WINTER SOLSTICE is this week, Friday at 2:23 p.m. And thus, at 2:24 p.m. the sun begins its return back to our northern reaches.… Continue reading

BIRD WATCH: Winter warblers welcome

“IS THE TOWNSEND’S warbler rare around here in the winter?” The question was a good one. A long, long time ago, I would have thought… Continue reading

Choral Belles to perform in Port Townsend Candlelight Concert

The Choral Belles, an all-women’s chorale, will perform at 7 p.m. Thursday for Trinity United Methodist Church’s Annual Christmas Candlelight Concert. Admission… Continue reading

EYE ON BUSINESS: This week’s meetings

Monthly After-Hours held on the fourth Thursday of each month, 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. This Thursday’s… Continue reading

HELP LINE: The state will not take away your house

“THE STATE WILL take the house!” No, it won’t. Now, let’s back up: Obviously, I go on and on about where to call, or look… Continue reading

EYE ON JEFFERSON: Commissioners to consider county cost allocation plan

The Jefferson County commissioners are expected to adopt the 2018-19 Jefferson County Cost Allocation Plan when they meet at 9 a.m. Monday. The meeting will… Continue reading

Port of Port Townsend eyes jetty historic status

Port of Port Townsend eyes jetty historic status

The Point Hudson jetty replacement project took on new life during a discussion by Port of Port Townsend commissioners at their business… Continue reading

Port of Port Townsend eyes jetty historic status
Jefferson County settles complaint against sheriff

Jefferson County settles complaint against sheriff

Jefferson County has settled with former Sheriff’s Capt. Mike Stringer over his allegations that the sheriff attempted to improperly demote him, frequently… Continue reading

Jefferson County settles complaint against sheriff
Northwest Watershed Institute study suggests reason behind eagle gathering at Dabob Bay

Northwest Watershed Institute study suggests reason behind eagle gathering at Dabob Bay

Why do eagles gather along more than a mile of shoreline in east Dabob Bay on Hood Canal, and what is the… Continue reading

Northwest Watershed Institute study suggests reason behind eagle gathering at Dabob Bay
High wind watch in effect for Clallam, Jefferson counties Friday

High wind watch in effect for Clallam, Jefferson counties Friday

The National Weather Service has set a high wind watch for today into tonight for Clallam and Jefferson counties, on the heels… Continue reading

High wind watch in effect for Clallam, Jefferson counties Friday

NEWS BRIEFS: Closures on Thursday for bridge … and other items

Motorists can expect up to four closures of the Hood Canal Bridge from 10 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 20 to 2 a.m. Friday, Dec.… Continue reading

Discovery Bay raptor rescue center to host open house Saturday

The Discovery Bay Raptor Rehabilitation and Education Center will host an open house from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday. The bird… Continue reading

Madrigal dinner, free veterans’ meal on Peninsula

A holiday madrigal dinner, a musical luncheon and a free dinner for veterans are among the upcoming activities on the North Olympic Peninsula. Information also… Continue reading

Self-guided parlor tour set for Saturday in Port Townsend

Port Townsend invites the public to step back into a quieter time for the holidays and experience the simple joys of the… Continue reading

Winter Song concerts slated for this weekend in Port Townsend

Winter Song concerts slated for this weekend in Port Townsend

Singer, songwriter and violinist Kathryn Clair will be accompanied by collaborator Don Henson on piano and percussion in two shows in East Jefferson County this… Continue reading

Winter Song concerts slated for this weekend in Port Townsend
After 18 years, Jefferson County PUD commissioner attends final meeting

After 18 years, Jefferson County PUD commissioner attends final meeting

After 18 years of helping to guide the Jefferson County Public Utility District from his District 3 commissioner’s seat, Wayne King has… Continue reading

After 18 years, Jefferson County PUD commissioner attends final meeting

PAT NEAL: How’s the fishing?

HOW’S THE FISHING? If I had a buck for every time I have heard that question I would not be a lowly wilderness gossip columnist.… Continue reading

NEWS BRIEFS: Tree strikes home on reservation … and other items

A large tree fell onto an occupied residence on the Lower Elwha Klallam Tribal reservation in blustery winds Tuesday evening, Clallam County… Continue reading

PHOTO: Paving begins today in Port Townsend

PHOTO: Paving begins today in Port Townsend

Street repair continues in Port Townsend, this time with a new stretch of smooth road surface in front of the Post Office on Washington Street.… Continue reading

PHOTO: Paving begins today in Port Townsend
Shooting range ideas get hearing in Jefferson County

Shooting range ideas get hearing in Jefferson County

Strong opinions were shared with the Jefferson County commissioners at a public hearing regarding a proposed ordinance meant to harmonize the recently… Continue reading

Shooting range ideas get hearing in Jefferson County