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Washington state orders the killing of up to 2 wolves

The state of Washington on Thursday ordered the killing of one or two wolves from the Togo pack in Ferry County in response… Continue reading

Cadet Kade Kirsch, pictured here with his father Matt Kirsch, completed his first powered solo flight on Aug. 10.

Young Peninsula pilots reach new heights

Kade Kirsch, a 16-year-old Civil Air Patrol (CAP) cadet chief master sergeant, earned a pair of major personal milestones recently, highlighted by… Continue reading

Cadet Kade Kirsch, pictured here with his father Matt Kirsch, completed his first powered solo flight on Aug. 10.

Are you concerned about the solvency of Medicare and Social Security?

Are you concerned about the solvency of Medicare and Social Security?… Continue reading

  • Aug 31, 2021

Should Clallam County regulate RVs or park models to allow one with proper screening on a legal lot instead of an accessory dwelling unit?

Should Clallam County regulate RVs or park models to allow one with proper screening on a legal lot instead of an accessory dwelling unit?… Continue reading

  • Aug 30, 2021
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COLLEGE SOCCER: (Updated) Peninsula College men beat Spokane; women draw

The Peninsula College men’s soccer team finished up its two-game preconference series at the Starfire Soccer Complex with a 2-1 win over Spokane,… Continue reading

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Do you think the North Olympic Peninsula would be prepared to handle a Category 4 storm such as Hurricane Ida?

Do you think the North Olympic Peninsula would be prepared to handle a Category 4 storm such as Hurricane Ida?… Continue reading

  • Aug 29, 2021

A GROWING CONCERN: Start planning now for spring bulbs

OUR CLIMATE AND soils here on the Olympic Peninsula are ideally most suited to spring flower bulbs and right now is the time to order… Continue reading

LETTER:More information

The COVID-19 outbreak in Clallam County has become a wildfire. Our case rate is higher than the state average, and our public health organization is… Continue reading

Do you feel comfortable at businesses or events that do not require vaccinations?

Do you feel comfortable at businesses or events that do not require vaccinations?… Continue reading

  • Aug 28, 2021

LETTER: Waiting it out

How much longer do we have to wear masks? Based on the current rate of infection of over 150,000 new cases of COVID-19 per day… Continue reading

With COVID-19 case rates nearing 600 per 100,000 population in Clallam, should school officials reconsider in-person classes?

With COVID-19 case rates nearing 600 per 100,000 population in Clallam, should school officials reconsider in-person classes?… Continue reading

  • Aug 26, 2021

LETTER: Selfish stand

Having witnessed protesters in Sequim whining about mask and vaccination mandates issued by legitimate officials who are well informed and responsible for the well-being of… Continue reading

LETTER: Why masks needed

With all the warnings about wearing masks, plus the need to be vaccinated against COVID-19, I believe there is a lack of comprehension concerning why… Continue reading

A record number of razor clams are expected at ocean beaches for the coming season. Do you plan to take part in the harvest?

A record number of razor clams are expected at ocean beaches for the coming season. Do you plan to take part in the harvest?… Continue reading

  • Aug 25, 2021

As a private citizen, would you consider serving on a panel to investigate when a law enforcement officer uses deadly force?

As a private citizen, would you consider serving on a panel to investigate when a law enforcement officer uses deadly force?… Continue reading

  • Aug 24, 2021

LETTER: Blaming the unvaccinated

I am seeing what I think is a very disturbing trend in some of the letters and articles in our local paper, the tendency to… Continue reading

Do you think the FDA’s full approval of the Pfizer vaccine will encourage more people to get the shot?

Do you think the FDA's full approval of the Pfizer vaccine will encourage more people to get the shot?… Continue reading

  • Aug 23, 2021

Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine gets full FDA approval

The U.S. gave full approval to Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine Monday, a milestone that could boost public confidence in the shots and spur more… Continue reading

LETTER: Stay away from others

I have been an activist for freedom and for people’s rights all my life. I understand, however, that there are places where my right to… Continue reading

Should more area school districts consider honoring past achievements with a Hall of Fame?

Should more area school districts consider honoring past achievements with a Hall of Fame?… Continue reading

  • Aug 22, 2021