Charlie Bermant

Jefferson Healthcare CEO and Peninsula College board member Mike Glenn

Ground broken for renovation of Fort Worden’s Building 202 into Peninsula College campus

PORT TOWNSEND — A ceremonial groundbreaking at Building 202 at Fort Worden has brought the idea of a fully functional college campus in Port Townsend… Continue reading

Jefferson Healthcare CEO and Peninsula College board member Mike Glenn
Todd Wexman ()

Port Townsend City Council races form as candidates file for seats

PORT TOWNSEND — As the final day of filing begins today, only one of four Port Townsend City Council races is uncontested, while three candidates… Continue reading

Todd Wexman ()
Amy Smith fills out paperwork while filing for a position on the Port Townsend City Council on Wednesday. Also pictured is Ken McEdwards

Two more hopefuls file for Port Townsend City Council

PORT TOWNSEND — The third day of candidate filing drew two more candidates for a Port Townsend City Council position, which forces a primary contest.… Continue reading

Amy Smith fills out paperwork while filing for a position on the Port Townsend City Council on Wednesday. Also pictured is Ken McEdwards
Jefferson County Elections Supervisor Betty Johnson with the new candidate filing packet: a USB drive. — Charlie Bermant/Peninsula Daily News ()

County auditor offers tech upgrade in Jefferson filing week

PORT TOWNSEND — Those filing for open seats in this year’s election have a choice as to how they receive the documents necessary to manage… Continue reading

Jefferson County Elections Supervisor Betty Johnson with the new candidate filing packet: a USB drive. — Charlie Bermant/Peninsula Daily News ()
Recipients of the 2015 Heart of Service Award were awarded their medals at a luncheon Tuesday at the Northwest Maritime Center in Port Townsend. They are

Volunteers saluted with Heart of Service awards in Port Townsend ceremony

PORT TOWNSEND — The power of volunteerism was celebrated Tuesday at the 10th annual Heart of Service awards, recognizing Jefferson County citizens who have made… Continue reading

Recipients of the 2015 Heart of Service Award were awarded their medals at a luncheon Tuesday at the Northwest Maritime Center in Port Townsend. They are
Candidates arriving early Monday to declare their intentions to run for office are

Start of Jefferson filing week sees 20 hopefuls aiming for 18 offices

PORT TOWNSEND — In the first day of candidate filing for the off-year election, the Jefferson County auditor reported 20 hopefuls for 18 offices. Filing… Continue reading

Candidates arriving early Monday to declare their intentions to run for office are
Volunteer Cathy Renskers stocks items in the newly relocated Fort Worden State Park gift shop near Port Townsend. — Charlie Bermant/Peninsula Daily News ()

Fort Worden Public Development Authority makes strides in first year; Peninsula College groundbreaking set for Tuesday

PORT TOWNSEND — One year after assuming control of the campus area of Fort Worden State Park, the Public Development Authority has implemented tangible improvements,… Continue reading

Volunteer Cathy Renskers stocks items in the newly relocated Fort Worden State Park gift shop near Port Townsend. — Charlie Bermant/Peninsula Daily News ()
The former visitors center will be rechristened as the Haines Place Transit Center when it opens May 18. — Charlie Bermant/Peninsula Daily News ()

Jefferson Transit to open new Port Townsend service center May 18

PORT TOWNSEND — A property exchange that changed artistic, commercial and transportation aspects of Port Townsend will be complete with the opening of Jefferson Transit’s… Continue reading

The former visitors center will be rechristened as the Haines Place Transit Center when it opens May 18. — Charlie Bermant/Peninsula Daily News ()
From left are Rhododendron Festival royalty Queen Sam Smith and Princesses Morgan Chaffee

WEEKEND: Port Townsend Rhododendron Festival gets warmed up this weekend with pair of events

PORT TOWNSEND — There isn't a lot of difference between next week's 80th anniversary Port Townsend Rhododendron Festival and the 79 that preceded it, and… Continue reading

From left are Rhododendron Festival royalty Queen Sam Smith and Princesses Morgan Chaffee
From left are Rhododendron Festival royalty Queen Sam Smith and Princesses Morgan Chaffee

WEEKEND: Port Townsend Rhododendron Festival gets warmed up this weekend with pair of events

PORT TOWNSEND — There isn't a lot of difference between next week's 80th anniversary Port Townsend Rhododendron Festival and the 79 that preceded it, and… Continue reading

From left are Rhododendron Festival royalty Queen Sam Smith and Princesses Morgan Chaffee
Brennan LaBrie

Men don high heels in Port Townsend to aid awareness of domestic violence, sexual assault

PORT TOWNSEND — The sixth annual Walk a Mile in Her Shoes served its purpose of raising awareness of sexual assault and domestic violence, organizers… Continue reading

Brennan LaBrie
Rich Brand

Kayaker passes through Peninsula area on search for adventure; solo trip taking Colorado man from Seattle to San Diego

PORT TOWNSEND — A Denver man who seeks to inspire young people to appreciate the outdoors passed through Port Townsend on his way to Port… Continue reading

Rich Brand
Tobi McEnerney ()

Three younger candidates now plan bids for Port Townsend City Council

PORT TOWNSEND — Three people in their 30s have announced their intention to run in this year's election for City Council positions. Successful campaigns could… Continue reading

Tobi McEnerney ()
Race to Alaska boss Daniel Evans with three beaver pelts that were accepted as an entry fee for the boat race from Port Townsend to Ketchikan

Dozens registered for Race to Alaska, easily surpassing expectations for race starting in Port Townsend

PORT TOWNSEND — The executive director of the Port Townsend Maritime Center said he expected only a handful of teams to participate in the Race… Continue reading

Race to Alaska boss Daniel Evans with three beaver pelts that were accepted as an entry fee for the boat race from Port Townsend to Ketchikan

Most Peninsula postal carriers collecting food Saturday; Sequim drive set for following weekend

PORT TOWNSEND — Most postal carriers on the North Olympic Peninsula will participate in the 22nd annual Stamp Out Hunger food drive this Saturday. Sequim… Continue reading

Most Peninsula postal carriers collecting food Saturday; Sequim drive set for following weekend

PORT TOWNSEND — Most postal carriers on the North Olympic Peninsula will participate in the 22nd annual Stamp Out Hunger food drive this Saturday. Sequim… Continue reading

Race to Alaska boss Daniel Evans with three beaver pelts that were accepted as an entry fee for the boat race from Port Townsend to Ketchikan

Dozens registered for Race to Alaska, easily surpassing expectations for race starting in Port Townsend

PORT TOWNSEND — The executive director of the Port Townsend Maritime Center said he expected only a handful of teams to participate in the Race… Continue reading

Race to Alaska boss Daniel Evans with three beaver pelts that were accepted as an entry fee for the boat race from Port Townsend to Ketchikan
Jeannie Ramsey

A walk for real heels: Port Townsend’s Walk a Mile in Her Shoes event will have touch of Seattle Seahawks

PORT TOWNSEND — When Jeannie Ramsey was looking to promote the sixth annual Walk a Mile in Her Shoes event, she contacted the Seattle Seahawks… Continue reading

Jeannie Ramsey

New Jefferson County group focused on past, future of local food production

PORT TOWNSEND — The newly formed Jefferson County Local Food System Council will bridge the gap between the region’s agricultural past and modern times, according… Continue reading

In the drill Saturday

Mock attack offers practice to Jefferson County first responders — drill teaches ‘a lot of lessons’

PORT TOWNSEND — A mock attack on ferry passengers by a crazed lone gunman Saturday taught those practicing how to respond to a real incident… Continue reading

In the drill Saturday