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Tuesday set a record for the hottest average temperature on Earth. Do you see this as evidence of climate change?

Tuesday set a record for the hottest average temperature on Earth. Do you see this as evidence of climate change?… Continue reading

  • Jul 6, 2023

Do you think social media companies have a right to protect certain speech from their platforms? Is it censorship?

Do you think social media companies have a right to protect certain speech from their platforms? Is it censorship?… Continue reading

  • Jul 5, 2023

Canadian wildfire smoke seeps into Peninsula

Smoke from British Columbia wildfires is beginning to come into the North Olympic Peninsula, but should be cleared by Thursday. That’s according… Continue reading

LETTER:Traffic backed up

Once again, the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) failed to advise motorists of daytime work that would significantly impede traffic. The latest incident occurred… Continue reading

LETTER:Just like 1968

America appears to be in a political mess similar to 1968. LBJ had spent endless millions on his Great Society and on the Vietnam war,… Continue reading

LETTER:Ignore Trump

We all know that Donald Trump is nothing more than a bag of hot air. We can also assume if the media were to ignore… Continue reading

LETTER:Afghanistan withdrawal

Former President Donald Trump negotiated with the Taliban and established a evacuation date for a few weeks after Biden took office. Planning for the evacuation… Continue reading

LETTER:Appalled

A recent writer expressed disgust that President Biden draped a Progress Pride flag on the White House next to two United States flags. He claimed… Continue reading

LETTER:Landlords or tenants?

I read with interest Port Angeles City Council member Navarra Carr saying she would fight to “bring a voice for young people and renters.” On… Continue reading

Should companies be allowed to go deep sea mining for minerals despite environmental concerns?

Should companies be allowed to go deep sea mining for minerals despite environmental concerns?… Continue reading

  • Jul 4, 2023
Lincoln Park BMX hosted a state-qualifying event Sunday, attracting 366 racers of all ages from all across Washington, trying to qualify for the state BMX championship scheduled at Lincoln Park BMX on Sept. 24. From left is Nyah Langdon of Port Angeles, Ava Burke of Gig Harbor and Makaylie Underwood of Port Angeles in the expert 12 girls moto. (Dave Logan/for Peninsula Daily News)

BMX: Lincoln Park hosts state qualifier

Lincoln Park BMX hosted a state-qualifying event Sunday, attracting 366 racers of all ages from all across Washington, trying to qualify for the state BMX… Continue reading

Lincoln Park BMX hosted a state-qualifying event Sunday, attracting 366 racers of all ages from all across Washington, trying to qualify for the state BMX championship scheduled at Lincoln Park BMX on Sept. 24. From left is Nyah Langdon of Port Angeles, Ava Burke of Gig Harbor and Makaylie Underwood of Port Angeles in the expert 12 girls moto. (Dave Logan/for Peninsula Daily News)

Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro has been banned from running again through 2030 due to abuse of power. Could that happen to a candidate in the U.S.?

Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro has been banned from running again through 2030 due to abuse of power. Could that happen to a candidate in… Continue reading

  • Jul 3, 2023
Runners are off and running at the annual Forks 4th of July Fun Run. About 100 participated. (Lonnie Archibald/for Peninsula Daily News)

Celebrating the Fourth

Runners are off and running at the annual Forks 4th of July Fun Run. About 100 participated.… Continue reading

Runners are off and running at the annual Forks 4th of July Fun Run. About 100 participated. (Lonnie Archibald/for Peninsula Daily News)

Does the First Amendment provide protection for a business to refuse to serve someone from a protected class?

Does the First Amendment provide protection for a business to refuse to serve someone from a protected class?… Continue reading

  • Jul 2, 2023

A GROWING CONCERN: Summer chores, summer tips for gorgeous gardens

JULY IS OFFICIALLY here! It is now the beginning of mid-early summer. That’s right, there are 81 more days of summer left. Just as most… Continue reading

Clallam 4-H team takes second in competition

The Clallam County 4-H team of Cole Anderson, Tim Seelye and Asha Swanberg won second place in the intermediate division of goat… Continue reading

Todd Ortloff Show guests this week

Here is this week’s schedule for the 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Todd Ortloff Show on KONP 1450 AM,… Continue reading

Should professional athletes be allowed to bet on their own sport?

Should professional athletes be allowed to bet on their own sport?… Continue reading

  • Jun 30, 2023
Clallam Transit General Manager Kevin Gallacci, shown at the Port Angeles bus yard, will retire today after 39 years at the agency. (Keith Thorpe/Peninsula Daily News)

Clallam Transit manager leaves after 39 years

Retirement celebration today in Port Angeles

Clallam Transit General Manager Kevin Gallacci, shown at the Port Angeles bus yard, will retire today after 39 years at the agency. (Keith Thorpe/Peninsula Daily News)
Seven Cedars at Dungeness Women's Golf Association members recently traveled to Leavenworth Golf Club to play in the 50th Alpine Invitational. Participants from left to right: Witta Priester, Cathy Grant, Wanda Synnestvedt, Lori Oakes Anne Elwell, Kathy Langston and Lynnette Sheriff.

GOLF BRIEFS: Olympic Christian Schools benefit tourney set July 15

Registration is underway for the Dan Hendrickson Memorial Golf Tournament, a fundraiser for Olympic Christian School. The scramble-format tournament is open to all… Continue reading

Seven Cedars at Dungeness Women's Golf Association members recently traveled to Leavenworth Golf Club to play in the 50th Alpine Invitational. Participants from left to right: Witta Priester, Cathy Grant, Wanda Synnestvedt, Lori Oakes Anne Elwell, Kathy Langston and Lynnette Sheriff.