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Steve Mullensky/for Peninsula Daily News Port Townsend’s Harry Dudley, center, whose family has owned the historic Hastings building in downtown Port Townsend since it was built in 1889, shows off an Italian stone fireplace, one of the highlighted features on the Haunted Histories and Mysteries of Port Townsend tour produced by the Main Street Organization, as he conducts a tour on Friday. For more about the multi-venue festival, which continues today, see ptmainstreet.org.
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Mysteries and histories in Port Townsend

Port Townsend’s Harry Dudley, center, whose family has owned the historic Hastings building in downtown Port Townsend since it was built in 1889, shows off… Continue reading

Steve Mullensky/for Peninsula Daily News Port Townsend’s Harry Dudley, center, whose family has owned the historic Hastings building in downtown Port Townsend since it was built in 1889, shows off an Italian stone fireplace, one of the highlighted features on the Haunted Histories and Mysteries of Port Townsend tour produced by the Main Street Organization, as he conducts a tour on Friday. For more about the multi-venue festival, which continues today, see ptmainstreet.org.

Senior football players will get their night

Cancellation of final game forces rescheduling of annual event

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, 101.7 FM in… Continue reading

Has animosity between opposing political parties gone too far?

Has animosity between opposing political parties gone too far?… Continue reading

  • Oct 28, 2022
Police investigators work outside the home of Paul Pelosi, the husband of House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, in San Francisco, Friday, Oct. 28, 2022. Paul Pelosi, was attacked and severely beaten by an assailant with a hammer who broke into their San Francisco home early Friday, according to people familiar with the investigation. (AP Photo/Eric Risberg)

Nancy Pelosi’s husband assaulted with hammer in home

AP source: Assailant shouted ‘Where is Nancy?’ in attack

Police investigators work outside the home of Paul Pelosi, the husband of House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, in San Francisco, Friday, Oct. 28, 2022. Paul Pelosi, was attacked and severely beaten by an assailant with a hammer who broke into their San Francisco home early Friday, according to people familiar with the investigation. (AP Photo/Eric Risberg)

ISSUES OF FAITH: Faith helps steer when the wheel comes off

I HAVE ALWAYS liked cars. When I was young, I started amassing a huge Matchbox and Hot Wheels car collection. I took good care of… Continue reading

Hilary Lewis of Olympia looks over a 36-inch jellyfish that washed up on the beach at Fort Worden last weekend. The jelly was identified as probably a Lions Mane jellyfish by Emilee Carpenter, aquarium specialist at the Port Townsend Marine Science Center. Such jellyfish can grow very large, she said Tuesday, adding that the color is accurate. (Steve Mullensky/for Peninsula Daily News)

Jellyfish washes ashore

Hilary Lewis of Olympia looks over a 36-inch jellyfish that washed up on the beach at Fort Worden last weekend. The jelly was identified as… Continue reading

Hilary Lewis of Olympia looks over a 36-inch jellyfish that washed up on the beach at Fort Worden last weekend. The jelly was identified as probably a Lions Mane jellyfish by Emilee Carpenter, aquarium specialist at the Port Townsend Marine Science Center. Such jellyfish can grow very large, she said Tuesday, adding that the color is accurate. (Steve Mullensky/for Peninsula Daily News)

LETTER:Pick the best

The amazing lands of the North Olympic Peninsula have always been the backbone of our community’s economy, culture, health, beauty and quality of life. With… Continue reading

LETTER:Understand the truth

A person spoke at a recent county commissioners’ meeting stating the belief that observers should be able to see the signature comparisons on the computers… Continue reading

How do you like to celebrate Halloween?

How do you like to celebrate Halloween?… Continue reading

  • Oct 27, 2022

LETTER:Always prepared

I was an attorney representing the Clallam County Public Utility District for many years. I worked closely with the commissioners. Will Purser was always prepared,… Continue reading

LETTER:Our representatives

Please vote for Mike Chapman and Steve Tharinger. They both have integrity, experience, and a deep interest in the welfare of our district. They make… Continue reading

LETTER:Supports Kidd

It’s that time of year again. The weather is changing, leaves are falling and it’s time to vote. As we consider the candidates we have… Continue reading

Uses for Port Townsend Golf Course land considered, including a golf course

Alternative concepts also under development

Amazon has added Venmo as a payment option. Will you use it instead of a more traditional way to pay?

Amazon has added Venmo as a payment option. Will you use it instead of a more traditional way to pay?… Continue reading

  • Oct 26, 2022
Wendy Sisk, chief executive officer for Peninsula Behavioral Health, talks about the conversion of the former All-View Motel in Port Angeles into the future Dawn View Apartments for low-income individuals and families. (Keith Thorpe/Peninsula Daily News)

All-View Motel conversion to housing nears completion

Peninsula agency aiming for move-in date in early 2023

Wendy Sisk, chief executive officer for Peninsula Behavioral Health, talks about the conversion of the former All-View Motel in Port Angeles into the future Dawn View Apartments for low-income individuals and families. (Keith Thorpe/Peninsula Daily News)

Will new British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak be able to fix the country’s economic problems?

Will new British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak be able to fix the country's economic problems?… Continue reading

  • Oct 25, 2022
A woman and her dog stroll along a leaf-lined path at Kai Tai Lagoon in Port Townsend. Fall temperatures this week are expected to be in the mid to upper 50s with rain and wind likely in the forecast. (Steve Mullensky/for Peninsula Daily News)
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Autumn pathways

A woman and her dog stroll along a leaf-lined path at Kai Tai Lagoon in Port Townsend. Fall temperatures this week are expected to be… Continue reading

A woman and her dog stroll along a leaf-lined path at Kai Tai Lagoon in Port Townsend. Fall temperatures this week are expected to be in the mid to upper 50s with rain and wind likely in the forecast. (Steve Mullensky/for Peninsula Daily News)
Sen. Patty Murray, D-Wash., speaks during the House Committee on Appropriations subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies hearing. Murray faces Republican Tiffany Smiley in the November election. (Mariam Zuhaib/The Associated Press, File)

Murray, Smiley spar over abortion, crime in US Senate debate

Candidates will meet again Sunday

Sen. Patty Murray, D-Wash., speaks during the House Committee on Appropriations subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies hearing. Murray faces Republican Tiffany Smiley in the November election. (Mariam Zuhaib/The Associated Press, File)

Is age a primary concern for a presidential candidate?

Is age a primary concern for a presidential candidate?… Continue reading

  • Oct 24, 2022