Jefferson County

Dancing, birding and sailing in the week ahead

A community dance, a birding field trip to Fort Flagler and sailing on the Adventuress are among upcoming activities on the North Olympic Peninsula. Information… Continue reading

Feather Palooza to serve up poultry information

Feather Palooza will offer a day of information about raising chickens, ducks, turkeys and other feathered birds at the Chimacum Grange on Saturday.… Continue reading

Gardening, owls focus of writers’ insights at Saturday readings

Gardeners and bird lovers will enjoy the readings scheduled Saturday at Imprint Books, said owner Anna Quinn. The free readings by Kathleen… Continue reading

ISSUES OF FAITH: Run to the cross and see God anew

If we say we have fellowship with him while we walk in darkness, we lie and do not practice the truth. But if we walk… Continue reading

LETTER: Continue your excellent coverage of women’s sports, PDN

I’ve been so appreciative of the coverage of women’s sports this past eight to nine months at the elementary, high school, Peninsula College, Division I… Continue reading

LETTER: Here are some further facts on fishing quotas

Regarding the recent letter in Peninsula Voices (“Fish quotas,” March 19), I would like the community to be aware of some additional information about this… Continue reading

LETTER: Just like back in WWII, I expect D.C. to serve the public, not parties

I am a 92-year-old veteran of World War II. I served in the South Pacific. Gen. Douglas MacArthur was in charge. We did our jobs,… Continue reading

A portrait of Peter Simpson done in 1962 by Thomas T. Wilson.

Simpson collection to open in Port Townsend

The Jefferson Museum of Art &History will open an exhibit today titled “Pat and Peter Simpson: Collectors and Patrons,” based on Pat… Continue reading

A portrait of Peter Simpson done in 1962 by Thomas T. Wilson.

Sky House concert to weave social justice, music tonight in Port Townsend

Diane Cluck will perform with Abakis from 5:30 to 10 this evening in an intimate house show following a Standing Rock prisoner… Continue reading

Trump’s proposed budget cuts discussed as application for OlyCAP grant is approved

Jefferson County commissioners unanimously approved an application from Olympic Community Action Programs for a Community Development Block Grant, even though it is… Continue reading

Race to Alaska race boss to reminisce, talk about upcoming run tonight

Race to Alaska race boss to reminisce, talk about upcoming run tonight

Race to Alaska boss Daniel Evans will talk about past races and work up enthusiasm for the next one during a free… Continue reading

Race to Alaska race boss to reminisce, talk about upcoming run tonight
Carol Jones                                Townsend Bay Ringers are, front row from left, Leslie Lewis, Linda York, Diane Thompson, Terry Reitz and Carol Jones; and back row from left, Judy Schussler (director), Marj Iuro, Christine Jacobson, Molly Harlich, Richard McGuffin and Pat Hartman.

‘Ringin’ in the Rain’ to sound off tonight in Port Townsend

The Townsend Bay Ringers will return at 7 p.m. today for their fourth appearance in the Trinity United Methodist Church Candlelight Series… Continue reading

Carol Jones                                Townsend Bay Ringers are, front row from left, Leslie Lewis, Linda York, Diane Thompson, Terry Reitz and Carol Jones; and back row from left, Judy Schussler (director), Marj Iuro, Christine Jacobson, Molly Harlich, Richard McGuffin and Pat Hartman.

Sons of Norway Lodge plans waffle breakfast on Friday in Port Angeles

The Sons of Norway Lodge will whip up Norwegian waffles at Scandia Hall on Friday from 8 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Entry… Continue reading

BUSINESS BRIEFS: New nurse joins staff at PA clinic; state unemployment rates released

Allergy- and dermatology-trained nurse Deborah Jones, NP-C, has joined the staff at Silver Falls Dermatology & Allergy. Jones is a longtime Port… Continue reading

Deadlines near for Port Townsend Main Street loans

Deadlines near for Port Townsend Main Street loans

Deadlines for the Port Townsend Main Street Program’s small-business loans are quickly approaching. Applications are due March 31 for federal Housing and… Continue reading

Deadlines near for Port Townsend Main Street loans

LETTER: How can conservatives give Trump a pass on everything he says?

So, Trump supporters and conservatives: Are you capable of being honest with yourselves? If yes, then you know that if Obama had issued a wiretapping… Continue reading

Heart of Service award nominations being taken now

Heart of Service award nominations being taken now

NOMINATIONS ARE BEING accepted now for the 2017 Jefferson County Heart of Service Award. The nomination deadline originally set for Monday has been extended to… Continue reading

Heart of Service award nominations being taken now

Senate GOP releases budget with more education money

Senate Republicans on Tuesday released a $43 billion two-year budget that puts an additional $1.8 billion… Continue reading

Environmentalists warn about Trump’s Puget Sound budget cuts

Environmentalists warn about Trump’s Puget Sound budget cuts

State officials, environmental advocates and others are warning of dire environmental and economic consequences if President Donald… Continue reading

Environmentalists warn about Trump’s Puget Sound budget cuts

LETTER: Teen who brought gun to school needs professional help

I feel I should comment on the article in the Peninsula Daily News, on Tuesday, March 14, concerning the teenager who brought a gun to… Continue reading