Charlie Bermant

The mirrored fish sculpture "ICU" was reported stolen from Chimacum Creek Printing on Aug. 3.

Port Hadlock salmon sculpture missing; reward offered.

PORT HADLOCK — The owner of an 8-foot-long fish sculpture that disappeared from its perch earlier this month is offering a reward for its return.… Continue reading

The mirrored fish sculpture "ICU" was reported stolen from Chimacum Creek Printing on Aug. 3.
Secretary of State Sam Reed chats with Jefferson County Auditor Donna Eldridge Thursday at the Jefferson County Courthouse in Port Townsend. Charlie Bermant/Peninsula Daily News

Secretary of state stops in Port Townsend on farewell tour

PORT TOWNSEND — Sam Reed traveled to the top of the clock tower in the Jefferson County Courthouse on Thursday afternoon, enjoying the view and… Continue reading

Secretary of State Sam Reed chats with Jefferson County Auditor Donna Eldridge Thursday at the Jefferson County Courthouse in Port Townsend. Charlie Bermant/Peninsula Daily News
Taylor Howarton

75th Jefferson County Fair begins today

PORT TOWNSEND — As it celebrates its 75th edition this weekend, the Jefferson County Fair continues its reputation as one of the summer's best local… Continue reading

Taylor Howarton
Frank d'Amore is shown outside the Sequim Pane d'Amore bake shop in 2010. Diane Urbani de la Paz/Peninsula Daily News

Pane d’Amore co-founder dies in Port Townsend

PORT TOWNSEND — Frank d'Amore, a co-founder of the Pane d'Amore bakery — which sells bread across the North Olympic Peninsula — has died. He… Continue reading

Frank d'Amore is shown outside the Sequim Pane d'Amore bake shop in 2010. Diane Urbani de la Paz/Peninsula Daily News
Peter Quinn

Quimper Mercantile opening expected in four to six weeks

PORT TOWNSEND — Interior renovations are proceeding in the new Quimper Mercantile Co. retail store, which is expected to open within the next four to… Continue reading

Peter Quinn

Influx of ballots not likely to change outcomes in Jefferson judge, commissioner races

PORT TOWNSEND — The influx of 2,863 new ballots in Wednesday’s mail isn’t likely to change the outcomes in Jefferson County primary election contests for… Continue reading

Volunteers build bunks for winter shelter in Port Townsend

PORT TOWNSEND — Volunteers are building 23 wooden bunks that will be installed in the Jefferson County Emergency Winter Homeless Shelter in the American Legion… Continue reading

Harper, Bierbaum leading in Jefferson County judge race

Harper, Bierbaum leading in Jefferson County judge race

PORT TOWNSEND — Attorneys Keith Harper and Peggy Ann Bierbaum were leading in tonight's initial primary election vote count in the race for the Superior… Continue reading

Harper, Bierbaum leading in Jefferson County judge race
Jeanne Socrates

Sailor trying again for nonstop circumnavigation

PORT TOWNSEND — Jeanne Socrates hopes the third time will be the charm. In October, Socrates — who arrived in Port Townsend on Monday —… Continue reading

Jeanne Socrates
Sullivan-Thomas race for Jefferson County commissioner shapes up

Sullivan-Thomas race for Jefferson County commissioner shapes up

PORT TOWNSEND — David W. Sullivan and Tim N. Thomas appear to be headed for a November general election contest for the Jefferson County commissioner… Continue reading

Sullivan-Thomas race for Jefferson County commissioner shapes up
Harper, Bierbaum leading in Jefferson County judge race

Harper, Bierbaum leading in Jefferson County judge race

PORT TOWNSEND — Attorneys Keith Harper and Peggy Ann Bierbaum were leading in tonight's initial primary election vote count in the race for the Superior… Continue reading

Harper, Bierbaum leading in Jefferson County judge race
Sullivan-Thomas race for Jefferson County commissioner shapes up

Sullivan-Thomas race for Jefferson County commissioner shapes up

PORT TOWNSEND — David W. Sullivan and Tim N. Thomas appear to be headed for a November general election contest for the Jefferson County commissioner… Continue reading

Sullivan-Thomas race for Jefferson County commissioner shapes up
Frank DePalma plays the drums during last week’s Concert on the Dock as the schooner Adventuress arrives in Port Townsend.  -- Photo by Charlie Bermant/Peninsula Daily News

Schooner teaches lessons on the water, chamber told

PORT TOWNSEND — The schooner Adventuress brings an educational benefit to North Olympic Peninsula residents of all ages, a speaker informed the Jefferson County Chamber… Continue reading

Frank DePalma plays the drums during last week’s Concert on the Dock as the schooner Adventuress arrives in Port Townsend.  -- Photo by Charlie Bermant/Peninsula Daily News
Patrick John McAllister

Trial opens for man accused of assaulting woman he promised to marry

PORT TOWNSEND — Jury selection began Monday in the trial of a Brinnon man accused of 41 counts of rape and assault against the Filipino… Continue reading

Patrick John McAllister

Doctor to begin series of free seminars on medical marijuana

PORT TOWNSEND — The owner and operator of the Olympic Pain and Addiction Services plans to conduct monthly informational sessions about the use of medical… Continue reading

Judge dismisses election residency challenge

PORT TOWNSEND — A residency challenge issued by one candidate for Jefferson County commissioner against another has been dismissed by Superior Court Judge Craddock D.… Continue reading

Rainy Blankenship

Port Hadlock thrift shop to have grand reopening Saturday

PORT HADLOCK — After a two-month closure, the newly retooled OlyCAP Thrift Shop will hold a grand opening Saturday. “We have reorganized and cleaned up… Continue reading

Rainy Blankenship
Ric Brewer adjusts the strap used for chin-ups for Barby Moegling during a session at Key City Crossfit on Wednesday. Charlie Bermant/Peninsula Daily News

CrossFit giving PT residents new way to get in shape

PORT TOWNSEND — CrossFit training isn't for everyone, and it's certainly not for fitness dilettantes, say those who teach it. The intensive exercise program is… Continue reading

Ric Brewer adjusts the strap used for chin-ups for Barby Moegling during a session at Key City Crossfit on Wednesday. Charlie Bermant/Peninsula Daily News

Jefferson prosecutor to appeal murder conviction reversal

PORT TOWNSEND — The Jefferson County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office will appeal a state appeals court ruling overturning Michael J. Pierce’s conviction in the deaths of… Continue reading

Port Townsend Acoustic Blues Festival Artistic Director Daryl Davis

Port Townsend festival celebrates the blues

PORT TOWNSEND — If you want to play the blues, you shouldn't think about it too much. “The way to play the blues isn't written… Continue reading

Port Townsend Acoustic Blues Festival Artistic Director Daryl Davis