Charlie Bermant

Who is this? Port Townsend police release sketch of man suspected of child luring

Who is this? Port Townsend police release sketch of man suspected of child luring

PORT TOWNSEND — Port Townsend police have released a sketch of a man they suspect in two child-luring attempts near Blue Heron Middle School this… Continue reading

Who is this? Port Townsend police release sketch of man suspected of child luring
Firefighter C.J. Tesch

New Chimacum fire station on display today for everyone to see from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

CHIMACUM — The public can tour today (Saturday) a new $2 million fire station that replaced a 60-year-old structure. “I think our leadership did a… Continue reading

Firefighter C.J. Tesch
Firefighter C.J. Tesch

WEEKEND: Open house Saturday for new Chimacum fire station

CHIMACUM — The public can tour Saturday a new $2 million fire station that replaced a 60-year-old structure. “I think our leadership did a great… Continue reading

Firefighter C.J. Tesch
Who is this? Port Townsend police release sketch of man suspected of child luring

Who is this? Port Townsend police release sketch of man suspected of child luring

PORT TOWNSEND — Port Townsend police have released a sketch of a man they suspect in two child-luring attempts near Blue Heron Middle School this… Continue reading

Who is this? Port Townsend police release sketch of man suspected of child luring
The Western Flyer

Owner of derelict vessel linked to John Steinbeck pays Port of Port Townsend more than $10,000 in back rent

PORT TOWNSEND — The owner of a boat once used by author John Steinbeck and now awaiting repair in the Boat Haven has paid fully… Continue reading

The Western Flyer
Ray Serebrin

Technology path ahead for libraries, says retiring director

PORT HADLOCK — Technology options have exploded during Ray Serebrin’s 40-year library career, and he advocates embracing these innovations and incorporating them into the library… Continue reading

Ray Serebrin
Firefighter C.J. Tesch

WEEKEND: Open house Saturday for new Chimacum fire station

CHIMACUM — The public can tour Saturday a new $2 million fire station that replaced a 60-year-old structure. “I think our leadership did a great… Continue reading

Firefighter C.J. Tesch
A floating home built by Little and Little Construction was put into the water at the Port Townsend Boat Haven on Wednesday in preparation for towing to Seattle.  -- Photo by Charlie Bermant/Peninsula Daily News

A North Olympic Peninsula cottage industry — and it floats!

PORT TOWNSEND — Since there isn't a lot of prime urban land left for building new luxury homes, some in the wealthier economic class are… Continue reading

A floating home built by Little and Little Construction was put into the water at the Port Townsend Boat Haven on Wednesday in preparation for towing to Seattle.  -- Photo by Charlie Bermant/Peninsula Daily News

Jefferson considering first solid-waste fee hike in 20 years

PORT TOWNSEND — Jefferson County is seeking to raise its solid waste disposal fees for the first time in 20 years. The proposed schedule, which… Continue reading

Port Townsend movie theater at half of goal in online fundraiser

PORT TOWNSEND — A Kickstarter campaign to raise money toward the renovation of the Uptown Theatre had raised a little more than half its goal… Continue reading

The Western Flyer sits on blocks in the Port Townsend Boat Haven boatyard

Deadline today for back rent on crusted boat linked to author John Steinbeck

PORT TOWNSEND — The owner of a boat once used by author John Steinbeck and which is now housed at the Boat Haven has promised… Continue reading

The Western Flyer sits on blocks in the Port Townsend Boat Haven boatyard
Lauralee Kiesel

Jefferson Democrats seek applicants for assessor seat

PORT TOWNSEND — Jefferson County Democrats are taking applications for a replacement for Assessor Jack Westerman III, who plans to retire by the end of… Continue reading

Lauralee Kiesel
Val Phimister

No more talk about charter; forum finale held in Jefferson County

PORT TOWNSEND — The condensed campaign regarding the establishment of a Jefferson County charter crossed a threshold Monday with the last of a series of… Continue reading

Val Phimister

Port Ludlow parks district: Is ballot measure moot or assurance against bigger district?

PORT LUDLOW — Opponents of proposal for a local parks district meant as a pre-emptive strike against a similar measure for the whole of Jefferson… Continue reading

The Associated Press

JEFFERSON: Retail pot a ‘great opportunity,’ economic development representativesays

PORT TOWNSEND — The rules for retail marijuana outlets announced by the Washington State Liquor Control Board last week will provide an economic boon to… Continue reading

The Associated Press
Inventor Rick Thompson sits inside a portable shelter

Portable emergency shelter has Peninsula stamp on it; body heat keeps you warm

PORT TOWNSEND — A portable shelter will provide a way for people to stay safe and warm in emergencies, its inventor hopes. “This is made… Continue reading

Inventor Rick Thompson sits inside a portable shelter
Representing both sides of Proposition 1

District-only commissioner elections became hot topic in debate over home-rule county charter

PORT TOWNSEND — Those favoring and opposing a home-rule charter for Jefferson County have been out in force, talking up their position and lining up… Continue reading

Representing both sides of Proposition 1
Pianist Matt Conyers

Traveling piano — possibly the North Olympic Peninsula’s oldest — finds new Port Townsend home

PORT TOWNSEND — An antique piano, perhaps the first ever in Port Townsend and possibly the oldest on the North Olympic Peninsula, has found a… Continue reading

Pianist Matt Conyers
Handmade warning sign on the path to the “End of the World” bluff.  -- Photo by Charlie Bermant/Peninsula Daily News

Port Townsend warning: Stay clear of shaky bluff

PORT TOWNSEND — After the collapse of a portion of the bluff below a popular teen hangout last weekend, city authorities are discouraging anyone from… Continue reading

Handmade warning sign on the path to the “End of the World” bluff.  -- Photo by Charlie Bermant/Peninsula Daily News
Daughters of Norway members

WEEKEND: Scandia Fall Fest to share peaceful side of Vikings

PORT TOWNSEND — Vikings are invading Port Townsend on Saturday, but they come in peace. The ninth annual Scandia Fall Fest, sponsored by the Thea… Continue reading

Daughters of Norway members