Jefferson County

Evening light reflects off white paper bark birches, the state tree of Wisconsin. This is a prime example of how indigenous plants can deck out the yard. (Andrew May/for Peninsula Daily News)

A GROWING CONCERN: For eye appeal, you can’t go wrong with going native

ONCE AGAIN, I’VE embarked on another trip and so will yet again use this travel plan as a theme for my column. My excursion took… Continue reading

Evening light reflects off white paper bark birches, the state tree of Wisconsin. This is a prime example of how indigenous plants can deck out the yard. (Andrew May/for Peninsula Daily News)

BIRD WATCH: Bumper crop of luscious plums prompts orgy-like antics

BEFORE REFERRING TO something taking place in my garden, I thought it prudent to see Webster’s definition of an “orgy.” One definition for this word… Continue reading

EYE ON BUSINESS: This week’s meetings

Luncheon meetings are usually Wednesdays at noon at Blakeslee’s Bar &Grill, 1222 S. Forks Ave. The chamber is on summer… Continue reading

HELP LINE: For your loved ones, remember to make a will

THE OTHER DAY a friend of mine lost her dad. It wasn’t unexpected, but as most of us know, there’s a limit to how ready… Continue reading

LETTER: Cal Thomas’ use of partisan think tank research disguished as honest study

Cal Thomas’ July 20 column on the Peninsula Daily News’ Commentary page, “Porking Out On Your Money,” refers to the Federal Aviation Administration through the… Continue reading

LETTER: Cheri Van Hoover has the right stuff for Jefferson Hospital District 2

Cheri Van Hoover is exceptionally well-qualified to serve on the Jefferson County Hospital District 2 board of commissioners. I’m impressed with her thoughtful and clear… Continue reading

LETTER: Get a better understanding of the Family Health and Sexual Health program

The time is coming to send children back to school. There, they will be exposed to the Family Life and Sexual Health (FLASH) program. The… Continue reading

LETTER: When we protest against abortion, we’re doing it out of love — for everyone

Why do you suppose Christians get so wrapped up in the abortion issue? I was even told by a protester who was supporting Planned Parenthood… Continue reading

NEWS BRIEFS: Dialing local just got more complicated … and other items

Required 10-digit dialing arrived in Western Washington state Saturday. That means residents have to punch in the area code along with the telephone… Continue reading

Open house today for Port Townsend family home for adults with developmental disabilities

They envisioned a home that would support a community way of life, a rhythm of daily activities, meaningful work, seasonal celebrations, natural… Continue reading

Port Townsend Stand Down to offer services to those who served

Like those who served, Voices for Veterans seeks to provide a trusted service year after year — one that’s deserving of its… Continue reading

Voter turnout at more than 23 percent in Jefferson as Election Day looms

Voters have three days left to return their ballots in Tuesday’s primary election. The Jefferson County Auditor’s Office had received a total… Continue reading

EYE ON JEFFERSON: County considers housing fund ballot measure

The three Jefferson County commissioners will consider declaring an emergency in the availability of affordable housing and placing a property tax levy on the Nov.… Continue reading

Two Victoria women plan to swim across Strait of Juan de Fuca

Two Victoria women plan to swim across Strait of Juan de Fuca

Two Victoria women, one with multiple sclerosis and another recovering from a recent leg surgery, plan to swim about 18.5 miles from the… Continue reading

Two Victoria women plan to swim across Strait of Juan de Fuca

Neighbors of Security Services Northwest in Discovery Bay say noise excessive

Jefferson County staff is reviewing information provided by neighbors of Security Services Northwest in the Discovery Bay area after they submitted a… Continue reading

Woman survives 6 days in wilderness thanks to rough shelter, nearby stream, insects — and Yoda

Woman survives 6 days in wilderness thanks to rough shelter, nearby stream, insects — and Yoda

Sajean Geer had taken her terrier-Chihuahua, Yoda, with her to Obstruction Point Road, one of her husband’s favorite places in the world,… Continue reading

Woman survives 6 days in wilderness thanks to rough shelter, nearby stream, insects — and Yoda
Public debates proposed tax levy for affordable Jefferson County housing

Public debates proposed tax levy for affordable Jefferson County housing

Most of the more than 100 people who attended a public hearing on a proposed property tax levy agreed that Jefferson County… Continue reading

Public debates proposed tax levy for affordable Jefferson County housing
Lady Washington cleared by Coast Guard after running aground in Sequim

Lady Washington cleared by Coast Guard after running aground in Sequim

The tall ship Lady Washington is expected to head to Port Orchard on schedule today despite running aground in Sequim and having… Continue reading

Lady Washington cleared by Coast Guard after running aground in Sequim

Comment period extended for proposed marijuana business on Marrowstone Island

The public comment period on a proposed marijuana growing and processing business on Marrowstone Island has been extended to Monday. The Department of… Continue reading

Jacob Gray

Search on Saturday will seek hiker missing since April

Search and rescue crews from across Western Washington will search the Sol Duc River on Saturday with hopes of finding Jacob… Continue reading

Jacob Gray