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LETTER: 2nd Amendment

The March 18 letter “Different View” is nothing but typical Republican bull. As a weapons owner I believe in the 2nd Amendment, but no one… Continue reading

Should police have a greater ability, with reasonable suspicion instead of probable cause, to initiate traffic pursuits?

Should police have a greater ability, with reasonable suspicion instead of probable cause, to initiate traffic pursuits?… Continue reading

  • Apr 12, 2023

Do you watch streaming services more than cable TV?

Do you watch streaming services more than cable TV?… Continue reading

  • Apr 11, 2023
The season for the Lincoln Park BMX Track begins Saturday.

AREA SPORTS BRIEFS: Lincoln Park BMX season begins Saturday

The Lincoln Park BMX track will have its season-opening practice beginning at 11 a.m. Saturday with the first single-point race of the… Continue reading

The season for the Lincoln Park BMX Track begins Saturday.

Letter: Gun laws

Do our state representatives fulfill their oaths of office? While not specifically required to take an oath, it’s been the practice of all legislators to… Continue reading

LETTER: Don’t buy rabbits

With spring and the Easter holiday almost upon us, I would like to remind people to please not buy baby rabbits that are sometimes sold… Continue reading

LETTER: No free lunch

Medicare for all. Sounds good, doesn’t it? I don’t like paying my monthly premium either, but let’s not equate it with quality. We currently have… Continue reading

LETTER: Costs of drugs

In a story in the Wednesday PDN, a narcotics raid netted an incredible number of weapons, amount of cash and illegal drugs. Ten SWAT teams… Continue reading

LETTER: Totalitarianism

In the broadest sense, totalitarianism is characterized by strong central rule that attempts to control and direct all aspects of individual life through coercion and… Continue reading

Should Sequim schools shift elementary students between two schools into groups of preschool-second grade at one school and grades 3-5 at the other?

Should Sequim schools shift elementary students between two schools into groups of preschool-second grade at one school and grades 3-5 at the other?… Continue reading

  • Apr 10, 2023
Children bolt from the starting line in search of treat-filled eggs during Saturday’s 45th annual KONP Easter Egg Hunt at the Clallam County Fairgrounds in Port Angeles. Hundreds of youngsters took part in the event. (Keith Thorpe/Peninsula Daily News)

Easter celebrations

Easter celebrations were conducted Saturday and Sunday across the North Olympic Peninsula.… Continue reading

Children bolt from the starting line in search of treat-filled eggs during Saturday’s 45th annual KONP Easter Egg Hunt at the Clallam County Fairgrounds in Port Angeles. Hundreds of youngsters took part in the event. (Keith Thorpe/Peninsula Daily News)
Jhene Laugayan, 5, of Port Angeles, caught the biggest fish of the Kid’s Fishing Derby on Saturday. Her rainbow trout was measured at 19 1/2 inches. She won a fishing pole, a tackle box and a hat from sponsor Olympic Peninsula Flyfishers. Her mom Jessica Laugayan helped with landing Jhene's fish. (Dave Logan/for Peninsula Daily News)

OUTDOORS: Kids’ fishing derby returns after hiatus

Above, Finnegan Mosely, 6, is helped by his grandfather Roger Mosely at the Kids’ Fishing Derby held Saturday at the Lincoln Park pond. Below, Jhene… Continue reading

Jhene Laugayan, 5, of Port Angeles, caught the biggest fish of the Kid’s Fishing Derby on Saturday. Her rainbow trout was measured at 19 1/2 inches. She won a fishing pole, a tackle box and a hat from sponsor Olympic Peninsula Flyfishers. Her mom Jessica Laugayan helped with landing Jhene's fish. (Dave Logan/for Peninsula Daily News)
Jon Rahm, of Spain, celebrates on the 18th green after winning the Masters golf tournament at Augusta National Golf Club on Sunday, April 9, 2023, in Augusta, Ga. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)

GOLF: Rahm rallies from four strokes down to win Masters

Jon Rahm turned the longest day into his sweetest victory, starting Sunday with a four-shot deficit in the morning chill and finishing… Continue reading

Jon Rahm, of Spain, celebrates on the 18th green after winning the Masters golf tournament at Augusta National Golf Club on Sunday, April 9, 2023, in Augusta, Ga. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)

Should transgender athletes be able to participate in the sport that aligns with their gender identity?

Should transgender athletes be able to participate in the sport that aligns with their gender identity?… Continue reading

  • Apr 9, 2023

Competing abortion pill rulings sow broad alarm, confusion

Mifepristone issue likely headed for U.S. Supreme Court

A GROWING CONCERN: Be a smart spring garden shopper

Tomorrow is Easter, and it is not the symbolism of rebirth and resurrection, but death and destruction that is yours for sure if you buy… Continue reading

Hospital staffing bill heads to governor’s desk

State lawmakers approved hospital workplace legislation this week that eluded them a year ago.… Continue reading

Lawmakers gather outside the State Reception Room on the second floor of the state Capitol. The legislative session ends April 23. (Paul Gottlieb/for Peninsula Daily News)

Latest bill version enforces orca boundary

An orca protection bill has come full circle, making 1,000-yard boater restrictions mandatory instead… Continue reading

Lawmakers gather outside the State Reception Room on the second floor of the state Capitol. The legislative session ends April 23. (Paul Gottlieb/for Peninsula Daily News)
FILE - Cans of Bud Light beer are seen, Thursday Jan. 10, 2019, in Washington. On Friday, April 7, 2023, The Associated Press reported on stories circulating online incorrectly claiming Anheuser-Busch fired its entire marketing department in response to its partnership with a transgender influencer and the rollout of LGBTQ Pride-themed Bud Light cans that feature various pronouns. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin, File)

NOT REAL NEWS: A look at what didn’t happen this week

A roundup of some of the most popular but completely untrue stories and visuals of the week. None of these are legit, even though they… Continue reading

FILE - Cans of Bud Light beer are seen, Thursday Jan. 10, 2019, in Washington. On Friday, April 7, 2023, The Associated Press reported on stories circulating online incorrectly claiming Anheuser-Busch fired its entire marketing department in response to its partnership with a transgender influencer and the rollout of LGBTQ Pride-themed Bud Light cans that feature various pronouns. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin, File)

Restrooms final step of Spartan Stadium project

Cost gives school board members pause