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EYE ON JEFFERSON: Public hearing set on proposed fees for community development

The three Jefferson County commissioners will conduct a public hearing on a proposed fee schedule for the Department…

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Cold, chronic disease cause of woman’s death, authorities say

PORT TOWNSEND — A homeless woman was found dead after Monday’s chilly weather and snowstorm in Port Townsend,…

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NEWS BRIEFS: Fly-tying demonstrations scheduled … and other items

The North Olympic Library System will host fly-tying demonstrations by Rod Erickson.

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Dragon Dance, tree talks, feeding octopus on tap this week across the North Olympic Peninsula

The annual Dragon Dance, talks about cedar trees and an octopus feeding time are among the upcoming activities…

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West End Weekend activities lined up

The Jefferson County Historical Society’s free annual weekend of sharing historical tales and information on the West End…

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Red wine, chocolate tour this weekend and next

The first weekend of the annual Olympic Peninsula Red Wine, Cider &Chocolate Tour is Saturday and Sunday.

Acoustic blues artist featured at Concerts in the Woods

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Acoustic blues artist featured at Concerts in the Woods

COYLE — John “Greyhound” Maxwell will bring the blues to Concerts in the Woods at 3 p.m. Sunday.

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ISSUES OF FAITH: Putting God’s plans ahead of your own expectations

IT CAN BE a rather scary leap approaching God.

Shelters in Port Angeles, Sequim, Port Townsend extend hours for frigid temperatures

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Shelters in Port Angeles, Sequim, Port Townsend extend hours for frigid temperatures

PORT ANGELES — As frigid temperatures continue and significant snowfall is expected across the North Olympic Peninsula, Colleen…

Man flees courtroom, leads law enforcement on chase

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Man flees courtroom, leads law enforcement on chase

Police follow Denver L. Shoop from Port Townsend to Chimacum

Snow won’t stop record sale, say twosome

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Snow won’t stop record sale, say twosome

PORT TOWNSEND — A 12-hour marathon Uptown Pop-Up Show and Vinyl Party scheduled for Saturday at the Uptown…

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Rhody Festival coronation postponed

CHIMACUM — The 2019 Rhododendron Festival Coronation ceremony scheduled for Saturday has been postponed due to weather.

Olympic National Park has closed Hurricane Ridge Road for snowy conditions. (Twitter)

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Snow, ice threat prompts cancellations of several events

Several North Olympic Peninsula events have been postponed, most because of the threat of several inches of snow…

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Jefferson businesses, county offices close for storm

PORT TOWNSEND — The business district in downtown Port Townsend was all but abandoned this afternoon, with shops…

Former Peninsula resident writes of open adoption

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Former Peninsula resident writes of open adoption

Vanessa McGrady set to read at Port Townsend event Friday

Separation finalized for Jefferson PUD: Larry Dunbar formally replaced with acting general manager

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Separation finalized for Jefferson PUD: Larry Dunbar formally replaced with acting general manager

All three commissioners agree to the action

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NEWS BRIEFS: Scholarship available to community … and other items

SEQUIM — The city of Sequim is accepting applications for a scholarship from the Association of Washington Cities.

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Women Veterans Conference and Luncheon postponed

GARDINER — The Women Veterans Conference and Luncheon scheduled for Friday has been delayed because of the weather.

Snow, wind forecast for storm today and Saturday

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Snow, wind forecast for storm today and Saturday

Second wave could hit Peninsula on Sunday, Monday

PHOTO: Ready for more snow action in Clallam, Jefferson counties

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PHOTO: Ready for more snow action in Clallam, Jefferson counties

Above, state Department of Transportation maintenance specialist Geoff McLain prepares to take a snowplow-equipped truck out onto the…