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Aramark gets 10-year contract for Log Cabin Resort in Olympic National Park

PORT ANGELES — Aramark Parks and Destinations will be awarded a new 10-year concession contract for Log Cabin Resort in Olympic National Park. Aramark has… Continue reading

Study estimates Obamacare's health-insurance premiums — and how and where to enroll beginning Oct. 1

Study estimates Obamacare’s health-insurance premiums — and how and where to enroll beginning Oct. 1

Peninsula Daily News and The Associated Press WASHINGTON — The No. 1 question about President Obama's health-care law is whether consumers will be able to… Continue reading

Study estimates Obamacare's health-insurance premiums — and how and where to enroll beginning Oct. 1
Eighteen Olympic Medical Center employees recently were recognized for their efforts in implementing the OMC's new Epic electronic health record system. From left are Amber Adkins

This week’s business meetings on the North Olympic Peninsula . . . and other business briefs

By Peninsula Daily News and Associated Press THIS WEEK'S NORTH Olympic Peninsula business meetings (all are open to the public): ■ Port Angeles Regional Chamber of… Continue reading

Eighteen Olympic Medical Center employees recently were recognized for their efforts in implementing the OMC's new Epic electronic health record system. From left are Amber Adkins
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Tribe launches ad against Redskins; Oneidas say NFL team’s name racist

ALBANY, N.Y. — A tribe in upstate New York is launching a radio ad campaign pressing for the Washington Redskins to shed a name often… Continue reading

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Service dog vies for 2013 hero award

PORT ANGELES — Port Angeles service dog trainer Cheryl Bowers worked with Carin terrier mix Lola, the hearing-dog finalist in the 2013 American Humane Association’s… Continue reading

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Tribe launches ad against Redskins; Oneidas say NFL team’s name racist

ALBANY, N.Y. — A tribe in upstate New York is launching a radio ad campaign pressing for the Washington Redskins to shed a name often… Continue reading

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Up, up and up!  Powerball jackpot for Saturday at $203 million

Up, up and up! Powerball jackpot for Saturday at $203 million

By Peninsula Daily News staff and The Associated Press NO TICKET IN the multistate Powerball lotto game drawn Wednesday had the winning five numbers and… Continue reading

Up, up and up!  Powerball jackpot for Saturday at $203 million
Heavy rain forecast later this week

Heavy rain forecast later this week

The North Olympic Peninsula is included in a National Weather Service special weather statement issued Tuesday. Look for heavy rains and possibly lightning, especially Thursday.… Continue reading

Heavy rain forecast later this week
Huskies get some national respect: No. 20 in AP poll

Huskies get some national respect: No. 20 in AP poll

Thanks to Saturday’s 38-6 rout of then-No. 19 Boise State, Washington is now No. 20 in The Associated Press Top 25 released today (delayed because… Continue reading

Huskies get some national respect: No. 20 in AP poll
I-5 bridge over Columbia River with Mount Hood in the background. The Associated Press

Gov. Inslee open to statewide transportation package not tied to bridge to Oregon

The Associated Press OLYMPIA — Gov. Jay Inslee said today that Washington state might pursue a broad transportation package without funding for a new Columbia… Continue reading

I-5 bridge over Columbia River with Mount Hood in the background. The Associated Press
The Parrish family's historic barn in Toppenish is ready for use after a rehabilitation project made possible through a state matching-grant program. The Associated Press

State money available to refurbish historic barns

By SHANNON DININNY The Associated Press TOPPENISH — The front wall of the old, wooden barn was buckled, and the roof was bowed. It took… Continue reading

The Parrish family's historic barn in Toppenish is ready for use after a rehabilitation project made possible through a state matching-grant program. The Associated Press
Canadian military photos show damage to the destroyer HMCS Algonquin and to the bow of the fleet oiler HMCS Protecteur (inset).  -- Photos by Master Cpl. Angela Abbey/Royal Canadian Navy

Canadian warships limp home to Victoria area after colliding

Peninsula Day News news sources VICTORIA — Two Canadian Navy warships have returned to their base in Esquimalt, across the Strait of Juan de Fuca… Continue reading

Canadian military photos show damage to the destroyer HMCS Algonquin and to the bow of the fleet oiler HMCS Protecteur (inset).  -- Photos by Master Cpl. Angela Abbey/Royal Canadian Navy
Powerball jackpot climbing to $169 million

Powerball jackpot climbing to $169 million

THE JACKPOT FOR the multistate Powerball lotto game to be drawn Wednesday night is approaching $200 million. Wednesday’s estimated jackpot for a single ticket-holder is… Continue reading

Powerball jackpot climbing to $169 million
The Parrish family's historic barn in Toppenish is ready for use after a rehabilitation project made possible through a state matching-grant program. The Associated Press

State money available to refurbish historic barns

By SHANNON DININNY The Associated Press TOPPENISH — The front wall of the old, wooden barn was buckled, and the roof was bowed. It took… Continue reading

The Parrish family's historic barn in Toppenish is ready for use after a rehabilitation project made possible through a state matching-grant program. The Associated Press

Legislative critics don’t like new education funding report

By The Associated Press
 and Peninsula Daily News staff OLYMPIA — When the Legislature made its annual report to the state Supreme Court last week… Continue reading

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This week’s North Olympic Peninsula business meetings . . . and other business briefs

By Peninsula Daily News staff and The Associated Press THIS WEEK'S BUSINESS meetings (all are open to the public): Port Angeles Regional Chamber of Commerce… Continue reading

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Cathy Salazar weaves a basket with cedar bark she helped collect and prepare for use. Debbie Ross-Preston

Old-growth experience: Collection and preparation big part of basket weaving [ * Photo Gallery * ]

By Debbie Ross-Preston For Peninsula Daily News LAPUSH — “If you aren't in the mood, don't weave; it shows up in the work.” That's one… Continue reading

Cathy Salazar weaves a basket with cedar bark she helped collect and prepare for use. Debbie Ross-Preston
Glenn Terrell is pictured in a Washington State University tribute to him.

Former WSU president dies at 93 in Sequim

The Associated Press and Peninsula Daily News PULLMAN — Former Washington State University president Glenn Terrell, who had been living in the Sequim area, has… Continue reading

Glenn Terrell is pictured in a Washington State University tribute to him.
The 2013 Best of the Peninsula!

The 2013 Best of the Peninsula!

What are readers' favorite restaurants? Who are their favorite veterinarians? What are their favorite North Olympic Peninsula places to take out-of-town visitors? These favorites and… Continue reading

The 2013 Best of the Peninsula!
Glenn Terrell is pictured in a Washington State University tribute to him.

Former WSU president dies at 93 in Sequim

The Associated Press and Peninsula Daily News PULLMAN — Former Washington State University president Glenn Terrell, who had been living in the Sequim area, has… Continue reading

Glenn Terrell is pictured in a Washington State University tribute to him.