Charlie Bermant

Zoog's Caveman Cookin' in Port Hadlock is set to get a visit from the Food Network's “Restaurant Impossible” show next week. Charlie Bermant/Peninsula Daily News

Zoog’s Caveman Cookin’ in Port Hadlock to appear on Food Network’s ‘Restaurant Impossible’

PORT HADLOCK— Zoog's Caveman Cookin' will get a makeover from the Food Network's “Restaurant Impossible,” with a visit scheduled next week. The Port Hadlock barbecue… Continue reading

Zoog's Caveman Cookin' in Port Hadlock is set to get a visit from the Food Network's “Restaurant Impossible” show next week. Charlie Bermant/Peninsula Daily News
Michael J. Pierce

Michael J. Pierce found guilty of double-murder in fourth trial

PORT ORCHARD — A Kitsap County jury Wednesday found Michael J. Pierce guilty of double-murder charges. The verdict ended a five-year, four-trial judicial journey. Pierce,… Continue reading

Michael J. Pierce
Zoog's Caveman Cookin' in Port Hadlock is set to get a visit from the Food Network's “Restaurant Impossible” show next week. Charlie Bermant/Peninsula Daily News

Zoog’s Caveman Cookin’ in Port Hadlock to appear on Food Network’s ‘Restaurant Impossible’

PORT HADLOCK— Zoog's Caveman Cookin' will get a makeover from the Food Network's “Restaurant Impossible,” with a visit scheduled next week. The Port Hadlock barbecue… Continue reading

Zoog's Caveman Cookin' in Port Hadlock is set to get a visit from the Food Network's “Restaurant Impossible” show next week. Charlie Bermant/Peninsula Daily News
A portion of state Highway 19

Highway 19 likely to be rededicated to Peninsula’s Medal of Honor recipients

PORT TOWNSEND — A stretch of scenic road that's the main route between Port Townsend and points south and east is likely to be rededicated… Continue reading

A portion of state Highway 19
Michael J. Pierce

Michael J. Pierce found guilty of double-murder in fourth trial

PORT ORCHARD — A Kitsap County jury Wednesday found Michael J. Pierce guilty of double-murder charges. The verdict ended a five-year, four-trial judicial journey. Pierce,… Continue reading

Michael J. Pierce
World War II veterans Gunnar Bersos

World War II veterans singled out for recognition at Port Townsend commemoration

PORT TOWNSEND — With a diminishing number of World War II veterans still alive, it has become more important to thank them for their service,… Continue reading

World War II veterans Gunnar Bersos
Zoog's Caveman Cookin' in Port Hadlock is set to get a visit from the Food Network's “Restaurant Impossible” show next week. Charlie Bermant/Peninsula Daily News

Zoog’s Caveman Cookin’ in Port Hadlock to appear on Food Network’s ‘Restaurant Impossible’

PORT HADLOCK— Zoog's Caveman Cookin' will get a makeover from the Food Network's “Restaurant Impossible,” with a visit scheduled next week. The Port Hadlock barbecue… Continue reading

Zoog's Caveman Cookin' in Port Hadlock is set to get a visit from the Food Network's “Restaurant Impossible” show next week. Charlie Bermant/Peninsula Daily News
Michael J. Pierce

Jefferson County double-murder trial in hands of jury

PORT ORCHARD — The fourth trial of Michael J. Pierce in the 2009 murder of a Quilcene couple went to the jury Monday afternoon after… Continue reading

Michael J. Pierce
Michael J. Pierce Peninsula Daily News

Closing arguments start today in fourth double-murder trial for Michael Pierce

PORT ORCHARD — Closing arguments in the fourth double-murder trial of Michael J. Pierce will begin today (Monday) in Kitsap County Superior Court. The trial… Continue reading

Michael J. Pierce Peninsula Daily News
Jefferson County Animal Control Officer Alex Mintz takes Zeke

Jefferson County updating animal code to detail responsibilities of pet owners; discussion planned at meeting today

PORT TOWNSEND — Soon, there may be something that can be done about that dog that just won’t quit barking. Jefferson County officials are updating… Continue reading

Jefferson County Animal Control Officer Alex Mintz takes Zeke

Jefferson, Clallam and Kitsap counties discuss team approach to health care with Olympic Community of Health

PORT TOWNSEND — Health services officials from Jefferson, Clallam and Kitsap counties are discussing building a regional coalition to increase health care efficiency. “We want… Continue reading

Michael J. Pierce

UPDATED — Jefferson County double-murder trial in hands of jury

PORT ORCHARD — The fourth trial of Michael J. Pierce in the 2009 murder of a Quilcene couple went to the jury Monday afternoon after… Continue reading

Michael J. Pierce
Michael J. Pierce Peninsula Daily News

Closing arguments start Monday in fourth double-murder trial for Michael Pierce

PORT ORCHARD — Closing arguments in the fourth double-murder trial of Michael J. Pierce will begin Monday in Kitsap County Superior Court. The trial proceedings… Continue reading

Michael J. Pierce Peninsula Daily News
Jefferson County Animal Control Officer Alex Mintz takes Zeke

Jefferson County updating animal code to detail responsibilities of pet owners; discussion planned at meeting Monday

PORT TOWNSEND — Soon, there may be something that can be done about that dog that just won't quit barking. Jefferson County officials are updating… Continue reading

Jefferson County Animal Control Officer Alex Mintz takes Zeke
Michael J. Pierce Peninsula Daily News

Closing arguments start Monday in fourth double-murder trial of Michael Pierce

PORT ORCHARD — Closing arguments in the fourth double-murder trial of Michael J. Pierce will begin Monday in Kitsap County Superior Court. The trial proceedings… Continue reading

Michael J. Pierce Peninsula Daily News
Larry Montague

Saturday planting to cap Discovery Bay beach restoration

DISCOVERY BAY — Volunteers are needed for a beach planting project Saturday that is intended to slow down erosion and preserve a waterfront area. The… Continue reading

Larry Montague
David Stanko

JEFFERSON ELECTION: Stanko comes out ahead in sheriff’s race while Carroll wins auditor after 3rd ballot count

PORT TOWNSEND — David Stanko will be the new Jefferson County sheriff, and Rose Ann Carroll will take over as county auditor. The two close… Continue reading

David Stanko
Rick Sepler

Port Townsend redefines planning chief job after Development Services director’s departure

PORT TOWNSEND — With the departure of Development Services Director Rick Sepler last week, the city of Port Townsend has redefined the planning director position.… Continue reading

Rick Sepler
Larry Montague

Saturday planting to cap Discovery Bay beach restoration

DISCOVERY BAY — Volunteers are needed for a beach planting project Saturday that is intended to slow down erosion and preserve a waterfront area. The… Continue reading

Larry Montague
Erica Delma speaks to the Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce on Monday. Charlie Bermant/Peninsula Daily News

YMCA official: Group provides crucial services but needs help with funding

PORT TOWNSEND — The county branch of the Olympic Peninsula YMCA is essential in providing youth services but needs community contributions to continue filling that… Continue reading

Erica Delma speaks to the Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce on Monday. Charlie Bermant/Peninsula Daily News