Charlie Bermant

Mark Cole checks messages via computer and phone during the Upstage remodeling in Port Townsend recently. Charlie Bermant/Peninsula Daily News

Landlord-tenant dispute delays popular nightspot’s reopening

PORT TOWNSEND — Both sides in a dispute over the Upstage, a popular nightspot that was scheduled to close for a two-week renovation period, say… Continue reading

Mark Cole checks messages via computer and phone during the Upstage remodeling in Port Townsend recently. Charlie Bermant/Peninsula Daily News

Jury to be chosen this week in double murder retrial

By Charlie Bermant Peninsula Daily News PORT TOWNSEND — The retrial of Michael J. Pierce, who was convicted of double murder in 2010, begins this… Continue reading

Nancy Frederick rides her bike past the motorcycle space at the corner of Water Street and Taylor Street that will be the temporary site of a rack that can store about a dozen bikes. Charlie Bermant/Peninsula Daily News

Port Townsend to test temporary cycle rack

PORT TOWNSEND — Bicyclists are welcome here. That's the message that Port Townsend city officials plan to send with the installation of a multiple bike… Continue reading

Nancy Frederick rides her bike past the motorcycle space at the corner of Water Street and Taylor Street that will be the temporary site of a rack that can store about a dozen bikes. Charlie Bermant/Peninsula Daily News
Rebecca Logue

Port Townsend School Board to consider process for picking new high school mascot; Redskins supporters wage petition drive

PORT TOWNSEND — Two weeks after voting to retire the Redskins team name at Port Townsend High School, the School Board will begin to discuss… Continue reading

Rebecca Logue
Theresa Percy

Port Townsend Library director to retire after being put on leave

PORT TOWNSEND — Port Townsend Library Director Theresa Percy, who was put on administrative leave last month after a workplace complaint, has announced her retirement… Continue reading

Theresa Percy
Basque musicians Arkaitz Miner

WEEKEND: Basque musicians enjoy international airs of Fiddle Tunes

PORT TOWNSEND — The Festival of American Fiddle Tunes, which draws musicians from around the world, this year includes a trio of Basque musicians bringing… Continue reading

Basque musicians Arkaitz Miner
Ruby-Jean Murray

No charges filed yet in death of Brinnon teen

PORT TOWNSEND — No decision had been made as of Wednesday about possible charges in connection with the death of a Quilcene teenager, the Jefferson… Continue reading

Ruby-Jean Murray
Theresa Percy addresses the City Council last winter. She will not return to the top library position after being placed on administrative leave June 19. Charlie Bermant/Peninsula Daily News

Port Townsend Library director announces retirement in wake of complaint

PORT TOWNSEND — Port Townsend Library Director Theresa Percy, who was placed on administrative leave last month, has announced her retirement. Percy's administrative leave, which… Continue reading

Theresa Percy addresses the City Council last winter. She will not return to the top library position after being placed on administrative leave June 19. Charlie Bermant/Peninsula Daily News
Volunteer Eliana Rose dishes out cherries and strawberries at an ice-cream social at Chimacum Creek Primary School on Wednesday. Kids taking part in the event include Silas Cotton

YMCA kids’ program offers nourishment for mind, body

CHIMACUM — More than 60 children have participated in a free YMCA program that offers both meals and lessons. “Kids are getting nourished in two… Continue reading

Volunteer Eliana Rose dishes out cherries and strawberries at an ice-cream social at Chimacum Creek Primary School on Wednesday. Kids taking part in the event include Silas Cotton

Port Townsend Library director announces retirement in wake of complaint

PORT TOWNSEND — Port Townsend Library Director Theresa Percy, who was placed on administrative leave last month, has announced her retirement. Percy's administrative leave, which… Continue reading

Ruby-Jean Murray of Brinnon was 14 years old. "She really was a shining star

Brinnon teen pinned under truck dies; town in mourning [Corrected]

BRINNON — The news was bad in the tiny town of Brinnon on Tuesday. A 14-year-old girl who had been born there and was well-known… Continue reading

Ruby-Jean Murray of Brinnon was 14 years old. "She really was a shining star

Final clue released in Port Townsend film fest contest

PORT TOWNSEND — The final clue to the identity of the special guest for the 14th annual Port Townsend Film Festival has been released —… Continue reading

Indian Island like a ‘Walmart of naval operations,’ facility skipper says

PORT TOWNSEND — Naval Magazine Indian Island is safe, secure and enhances the economy and ecology of Jefferson County, the ammunition depot’s skipper told the… Continue reading

Port Townsend utility customers to see higher rates

PORT TOWNSEND — Utility rates will increase Aug. 1, with the rise reflected in the September bill, the Port Townsend City Council decided in a… Continue reading

Karl Hatton

Peninsula-wide 9-1-1 consortium moves forward with Jefferson County study

PORT TOWNSEND — The consolidation of emergency services to create a Peninsula-wide 9-1-1 consortium took a step forward Monday with approval of a feasibility study… Continue reading

Karl Hatton

Port Townsend man accused of mail theft now in federal custody

PORT TOWNSEND — A Jefferson County man arrested with more than 1,000 pounds of stolen mail now is in federal custody, awaiting possible indictment on… Continue reading

Officer Keith Nestor of the Washington State Patrol Bomb Squad

‘It’s a puzzle’: Authorities may never know exact origin of Port Townsend pipe bomb

PORT TOWNSEND — A pipe bomb discovered and disarmed at Blue Heron Middle School after police evacuated the Mountain View campus most likely was confiscated… Continue reading

Officer Keith Nestor of the Washington State Patrol Bomb Squad

No fireworks glow over Port Townsend this Fourth; show canceled (and personal pyro banned inside city limit)

PORT TOWNSEND — Anyone who lives in or around Port Townsend who wants to watch fireworks on the Fourth of July will have to leave… Continue reading

Mena Quilici

Gay Peninsula couples greet Supreme Court ruling with joy [Corrected]

PORT TOWNSEND — The U.S. Supreme Court's decision to strike down the Defense of Marriage Act on Wednesday was greeted enthusiastically by same-sex newlyweds on… Continue reading

Mena Quilici
Judy Cavett

Port Townsend merchants discuss top priorities

PORT TOWNSEND — Merchants believe improved lighting and extended hours are priorities for increasing sales traffic in the downtown area, according to results of an… Continue reading

Judy Cavett