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High-speed chase ends after 20-plus miles

A high-speed chase that began in Port Angeles destroyed one police car and a bus stop before it ended near the 7… Continue reading

Jefferson lifts its COVID measure

Some policy changes will remain optional

LEGO at the library Thursday

LEGO at the Library is set for 4 p.m. Thursday. The free program at the Jefferson County Library, 620 Cedar Ave., is… Continue reading

The DAISY Foundation has recognized John Petrisin-Connelly with its DAISY award.

Petrisin-Connelly recognized with award

The DAISY Foundation has recognized John Petrisin-Connelly with its DAISY award. Petrisin-Connelly is a registered nurse in the emergency department at Olympic Medical Center. The… Continue reading

The DAISY Foundation has recognized John Petrisin-Connelly with its DAISY award.

Powering our future series slated

The online discussion series “Powering Our Future: Energy Independence for the North Olympic Peninsula” will continue at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday. The online… Continue reading

“Jelly Dancing” is among the artwork of the Port Ludlow Art League’s artist of the month Shirley Bomgaars.

Reception set for Port Ludlow artist of the month

The Port Ludlow Art League will host a reception for its artist of the month, Shirley Bomgaars, on Wednesday. Bomgaars’ show, “Go… Continue reading

“Jelly Dancing” is among the artwork of the Port Ludlow Art League’s artist of the month Shirley Bomgaars.
Rose’s Pawn Shop is among the 40 performing groups on their way to the 30th anniversary Juan de Fuca Festival. The varied lineup has been unveiled at JFFA.org. (Rose’s Pawn Shop)

Tickets on sale for Juan de Fuca Festival

May event free for youth 17 and younger

Rose’s Pawn Shop is among the 40 performing groups on their way to the 30th anniversary Juan de Fuca Festival. The varied lineup has been unveiled at JFFA.org. (Rose’s Pawn Shop)

Wellness forum scheduled Wednesday

Nathan E. Gelder will present “Tooth Talk” at 2 p.m. Wednesday. Gelder’s presentation is part of WOW! Working on Wellness Radio Forum series,… Continue reading

Medicare presentation offered in Port Angeles

The Puget Sound Advocates for Retirement Action will present “Patients Before Profits: The Fight to Protect Medicare” at 12:30 p.m. Tuesday. The… Continue reading

Speaker series talks Asian clams

David Cowles will present “Dealing with Asian Clams, a New Aquatic Invader on the Olympic Peninsula” at 7 p.m. Tuesday. The free… Continue reading

Corvidae print exhibit opens Monday

A new exhibit featuring prints by artists from Corvidae, the printers’ guild that is part of the Creative Alliance at Centrum in… Continue reading

East Jefferson's Aliyah Yearian, left, and Port Angeles' Alex Angevine.

PREP ROUNDUP: East Jefferson girls shine at Solberg track meet

Port Angeles baseball crushes Mount Tahoma

East Jefferson's Aliyah Yearian, left, and Port Angeles' Alex Angevine.
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)

Grade school shift to be viewed

Sequim discussion set for 6 tonight

Murray, Kilmer hunt invasive crab

Both support federal help against problem

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

  • Apr 10, 2023
  • By Dave Logan For Peninsula Daily News
  • Outdoors
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

  • Apr 9, 2023
  • By Doug Ferguson The Associated Press
  • Golf
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)
Police escort a man, center, who was alleged to have brandished a gun in the 48º North Waterfront Restaurant next to the Red Lion Hotel on Saturday. The incident prompted evacuation of the restaurant while closing down the 100 block of North Lincoln Street. (Keith Thorpe/Peninsula Daily News)

Port Angeles man jailed after allegedly brandishing gun at restaurant

No one hurt; police continuing to investigate

Police escort a man, center, who was alleged to have brandished a gun in the 48º North Waterfront Restaurant next to the Red Lion Hotel on Saturday. The incident prompted evacuation of the restaurant while closing down the 100 block of North Lincoln Street. (Keith Thorpe/Peninsula Daily News)
The post office building in Port Townsend, covered with protective plastic while undergoing renovation work, is buffeted by gale force winds on Sunday strong enough to rip the covering. (Steve Mullensky/for Peninsula Daily News)
The post office building in Port Townsend, covered with protective plastic while undergoing renovation work, is buffeted by gale force winds on Sunday strong enough to rip the covering. (Steve Mullensky/for Peninsula Daily News)
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State Senate OKs assault weapons ban, longer wait on gun sales

Bills outlawing many semiautomatic weapons, adding restrictions on gun purchases, now on course

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