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From left to right, John Glass, Scott VanDyken, Rileigh VanDyken, 17, and Isaak VanDyken, 10, scrape and shovel snow and ice away from the VanDyken Family Dentistry building in the 600 block of east Eighth Street in Port Angeles. A total of nine people volunteered to clear the sidewalks as the holiday break came to an end. (Dave Logan/for Peninsula Daily News)
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Clearing the sidewalk

By Dave Logan For Peninsula Daily News From left to right, John Glass, Scott VanDyken, Rileigh VanDyken, 17, and Isaak VanDyken, 10, scrape and shovel… Continue reading

From left to right, John Glass, Scott VanDyken, Rileigh VanDyken, 17, and Isaak VanDyken, 10, scrape and shovel snow and ice away from the VanDyken Family Dentistry building in the 600 block of east Eighth Street in Port Angeles. A total of nine people volunteered to clear the sidewalks as the holiday break came to an end. (Dave Logan/for Peninsula Daily News)

State House returns to fully remote session amid COVID-19 spike

In response to an increase of COVID-19 cases across the state, the state House of Representatives has released an updated plan for next… Continue reading

A state Department of Transportation crew fixes a wind-damaged stoplight on Monday at the intersection of state Highway 20 and Kearney Street in Port Townsend. Temperatures are expected to be in the upper 30s and low 40s this week with rain in the forecast. (Steve Mullensky/for Peninsula Daily News)
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Wind damage

By Steve Mullensky For Peninsula Daily News A state Department of Transportation crew fixes a wind-damaged stoplight on Monday at the intersection of state Highway… Continue reading

A state Department of Transportation crew fixes a wind-damaged stoplight on Monday at the intersection of state Highway 20 and Kearney Street in Port Townsend. Temperatures are expected to be in the upper 30s and low 40s this week with rain in the forecast. (Steve Mullensky/for Peninsula Daily News)

Should Democrats work to eliminate the filibuster so they can work on stalled voting rights legislation?

Should Democrats work to eliminate the filibuster so they can work on stalled voting rights legislation?… Continue reading

  • Jan 3, 2022
The RE/MAX Prime team in Sequim supports homebuyers and sellers throughout the Olympic Peninsula.

In real estate, local knowledge offers a Prime distinction

RE/MAX Prime’s approach is simple: Exceptional care yields exceptional results. Liz Parks, a long-time local realtor, purchased RE/MAX Prime brokerage in Sequim 12 years ago,… Continue reading

The RE/MAX Prime team in Sequim supports homebuyers and sellers throughout the Olympic Peninsula.
Seattle Seahawks running back DeeJay Dallas (31) runs the ball against the Detroit Lions during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 2, 2022, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Elaine Thompson)

SEAHAWKS: Seattle erupts for 51 points in win over Lions

Rashaad Penny rushed for a career-high 170 yards and two touchdowns, Russell Wilson threw three of his four TD passes to DK Metcalf,… Continue reading

Seattle Seahawks running back DeeJay Dallas (31) runs the ball against the Detroit Lions during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 2, 2022, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Elaine Thompson)

Should COVID-19-positive cases who are asymptomatic be required to provide a negative test after a five-day quarantine period?

Should COVID-19-positive cases who are asymptomatic be required to provide a negative test after a five-day quarantine period?… Continue reading

  • Jan 2, 2022

A GROWING CONCERN: Start your year and garden off right

very… Continue reading

LETTER:A burden

It’s time our health department started making COVID-19 decisions based on hospitalizations not on the number of cases. This is the real impact on the… Continue reading

LETTER:Salmon restoration

Kudos to the writer of the Dec. 19 letter “Salmon Restoration,” calling out columnist Pat Neal for his persistent negativity about all involved in salmon… Continue reading

LETTER:Supports Manchin

It is good to see one person with the courage to vote his convictions. I am proud of Senator Joe Manchin. I am 97 years… Continue reading

Will O’Donnell Theresa Britschg of Seattle and and Chuck Sparks of Marrowstone Island walk back to the Nordland General Store after jumping into the chilly waters of Mystery Bay off the dock outside the store on Saturday. Behind them, Anna Watt of Marrowstone Island is captured in mid-jump. Other polar bear plunges on New Year’s Day on the North Olympic Peninsula were in Port Angeles and at Lake Pleasant.

Nordland polar bear plunge draws crowd

Theresa Britschg of Seattle and Chuck Sparks of Marrowstone Island walk back to the Nordland General Store after jumping into the chilly waters of Mystery… Continue reading

Will O’Donnell Theresa Britschg of Seattle and and Chuck Sparks of Marrowstone Island walk back to the Nordland General Store after jumping into the chilly waters of Mystery Bay off the dock outside the store on Saturday. Behind them, Anna Watt of Marrowstone Island is captured in mid-jump. Other polar bear plunges on New Year’s Day on the North Olympic Peninsula were in Port Angeles and at Lake Pleasant.
Coronavirus

Washington reports record number of new COVID cases in one day

The state Department of Health has reported its highest number of new coronavirus cases in one… Continue reading

Have you made any New Year’s Resolutions for 2022?

Have you made any New Year's Resolutions for 2022?… Continue reading

  • Jan 1, 2022
Washington State wide receiver De'Zhaun Stribling (88) catches a pass in the end zone to score a touchdown as he's defended by Central Michigan defensive back Rolliann Sturkey (37) during the second half of the Sun Bowl NCAA college football game in El Paso, Texas, Friday, Dec. 31, 2021. (AP Photo/Andres Leighton)

SUN BOWL: Cougars get to play, but lose to fired-up Central Michigan 24-21

Central Michigan came to the desert southwest to play in one bowl game and ended up in another. The Chippewas still… Continue reading

Washington State wide receiver De'Zhaun Stribling (88) catches a pass in the end zone to score a touchdown as he's defended by Central Michigan defensive back Rolliann Sturkey (37) during the second half of the Sun Bowl NCAA college football game in El Paso, Texas, Friday, Dec. 31, 2021. (AP Photo/Andres Leighton)
FILE - Actress Betty White poses for a portrait following her appearance on the television talk show "In the House," in Burbank, Calif., Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009. Betty White, whose saucy, up-for-anything charm made her a television mainstay for more than 60 years, has died. She was 99. (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello, File)

Betty White, TV’s Golden Girl, dies at 99

‘Don’t try to be young. Just open your mind’

FILE - Actress Betty White poses for a portrait following her appearance on the television talk show "In the House," in Burbank, Calif., Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009. Betty White, whose saucy, up-for-anything charm made her a television mainstay for more than 60 years, has died. She was 99. (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello, File)

What are your expectations for 2022?

What are your expectations for 2022?… Continue reading

  • Dec 31, 2021

ISSUES OF FAITH: Have a word with the new year

“For last year’s words belong to last year’s language And next year’s words await another voice.” ­— T.S. Eliot New Years is the chance for… Continue reading

Lawsuit: Small districts hurt by relying on property tax

The lead lawyer in the lawsuit that forced Washington state to revamp public school funding has filed a lawsuit on… Continue reading

Coronavirus

Omicron spike affecting children also nationwide

Putting children in the hospital in close to record numbers