Jefferson County

ISSUES OF FAITH: Be careful not to let fear guide your actions; instead, trust in God

A RECENT TORAH portion tells the story of Moses sending scouts from each of the 12 tribes into the Promised Land, as God had instructed.… Continue reading

LETTER: Follies abound in Jefferson County, local decision-making

Barbara Tuchman’s best-seller, “The March of Folly,” well-describes the misadventures that pass for statecraft in and around our town, Port Townsend. I quote from Chapter… Continue reading

NEWS BRIEFS: Port Angeles port to talk Lincoln Park trees at special meeting today … and other items

The Port of Port Angeles commissioners will discuss removal of trees from Lincoln Park when they meet at noon today. The special… Continue reading

Cabinets of Curiosities contained any number and variety of interesting items. These shelves hold a scientifically cataloged egg collection, a Bering Strait kayak and stoneware beer bottles from Polk Marine Park, among other items. (Bill Tennent)

Port Townsend museum’s Cabinet of Curiosities hopes to pique your interest

Stuffed birds, bird eggs, shells and coral, a Bering Strait kayak, stonewater beer bottles, old medical equipment and other unique items will… Continue reading

Cabinets of Curiosities contained any number and variety of interesting items. These shelves hold a scientifically cataloged egg collection, a Bering Strait kayak and stoneware beer bottles from Polk Marine Park, among other items. (Bill Tennent)

Port Townsend plans big bash for Independence Day

Independence Day in Port Townsend marks one of the biggest days for Fort Worden and one of the best parties for Jefferson… Continue reading

Relay for Life events gear up in Clallam, Jefferson

Port Angeles and Sequim are joining forces this year to raise money for cancer research in a Clallam County Relay for Life event… Continue reading

Strawberries, music and preparation for winter veggies on the calendar this week

Strawberry shortcake, music and plans for winter gardens are among the attractions on the North Olympic Peninsula this weekend. Information also is available on the… Continue reading

The Olympic Express Big Band will perform in Coyle on Saturday.

Two outdoor concerts bask in Coyle this weekend

The Concerts in the Woods series will step outdoors this weekend with an Outdoor Concert on the Grass at 7:30 p.m. Saturday and… Continue reading

The Olympic Express Big Band will perform in Coyle on Saturday.
Gov. Jay Inslee talks to reporters about ongoing budget negotiations Tuesday in Olympia. (Rachel La Corte/The Associated Press)

Lawmakers reach budget agreement ‘in principle’; no details released

Gov. Jay Inslee announced Wednesday that state lawmakers have reached agreement “in principle” on a new… Continue reading

Gov. Jay Inslee talks to reporters about ongoing budget negotiations Tuesday in Olympia. (Rachel La Corte/The Associated Press)
Orcas Island man becomes first ever to finish R2AK on paddle board

Orcas Island man becomes first ever to finish R2AK on paddle board

After just over two weeks of paddling, Karl Kruger has become the first person to complete the 750-mile Race to Alaska on a… Continue reading

Orcas Island man becomes first ever to finish R2AK on paddle board

LETTER: It’s up to us and our votes to change fabric of government

We have a president who’s not trustworthy, who lies repeatedly and who, it seems, will never be rejected by the Republican Party, which still sees… Continue reading

LETTER: Why would any American vote to repeal Obamacare?

To misquote a famous saying, “There are lies, damn lies and politics.” Highly paid politicians who know better still refer to Obamacare as if it… Continue reading

Fireworks go on sale statewide starting at noon today

Fireworks go on sale statewide starting at noon today

Fireworks go on sale at noon statewide today, but that doesn’t mean they are legal everywhere. Port Angeles is in its second year of a… Continue reading

Fireworks go on sale statewide starting at noon today
State legislative leaders say they are closing in on budget deal

State legislative leaders say they are closing in on budget deal

With the deadline to avoid a potential government shutdown looming, legislative leaders said Tuesday afternoon they… Continue reading

State legislative leaders say they are closing in on budget deal

Final clue released in Port Townsend Film Festival Guess the Guest contest

Have you guessed it yet? The Port Townsend Film Festival has released the third and final clue in its Guess the Guest… Continue reading

‘Murder Ballad’ tale of the bartender, the poet and the woman torn

‘Murder Ballad’ tale of the bartender, the poet and the woman torn

Here’s a woman who wants both the hot sun and the wide blue sky. Sara, she of the leather jacket and soft… Continue reading

‘Murder Ballad’ tale of the bartender, the poet and the woman torn
North Olympic Peninsula pilots at work on earthquake aid plan

North Olympic Peninsula pilots at work on earthquake aid plan

A team of North Olympic Peninsula pilots plan to take to the skies when a catastrophic 9.0 earthquake rocks Western Washington. Researchers… Continue reading

North Olympic Peninsula pilots at work on earthquake aid plan

Forks Peninsula College campus offers adults chance to earn high school diploma

Classes will begin Monday in Forks for residents interested in earning their high school diploma or a general educational development (GED) certificate, or… Continue reading

LETTER: No way truthful, accurate to claim Trump keeping promises to American people

The most recent excuse being used by Republicans in Congress and the White House to pursue their same old agenda of making life worse for… Continue reading

NEWS BRIEFS: Intersection in PA closed to all traffic … and other items

The intersection at Marine Drive and Cedar Street will be closed today at 7 p.m. and remain closed until 6 a.m. Thursday.… Continue reading