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New rafts donated to Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife were used to great effect this summer, fishing advocates say, providing the means to effectively patrol smaller rivers. On a day when a number of citations for violations were written, WDFW officer Patrick Murray holds up a wild chinook an angler had kept after cutting off the adipose fin. (Photo courtesy of WDFW)

Fishing groups’ donation supports wildlife law enforcement teams

Regional wildlife law enforcement have more tools to patrol the Olympic Peninsula’s rivers and coastlines thanks to a collaboration of Washington state fishing advocates. The… Continue reading

New rafts donated to Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife were used to great effect this summer, fishing advocates say, providing the means to effectively patrol smaller rivers. On a day when a number of citations for violations were written, WDFW officer Patrick Murray holds up a wild chinook an angler had kept after cutting off the adipose fin. (Photo courtesy of WDFW)

Olympic National Park assault charge up in air

Man has been in treatment facility

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

  • Jan 2, 2022
  • By Tim Booth The Associated Press
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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)

A GROWING CONCERN: Start your year and garden off right

very… Continue reading

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BACK WHEN: Trouble follows Texas man to Olympic Peninsula

SOMEONE GETS IN trouble with the law. Rather than face the music, they move far away and change their name. This has all the makings… Continue reading

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"Let Me Tell You Why" by Mary Franchini can be seen at the Blue Whole Gallery.

Blue Whole features veteran artist

The featured artist for this month at the Blue Whole Gallery is Mary Franchini, a veteran artist known also as a teacher and… Continue reading

"Let Me Tell You Why" by Mary Franchini can be seen at the Blue Whole Gallery.

Broadband to expand west of Port Angeles

Agency leaders anticipate more fund opportunities

Gary Braun

Celebration of life set for former Port Angeles mayor

Braun remembered for dedication to community

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Finn O'Donnell, center, has finished his quarantine period after testing positive for COVID-19 on Christmas Eve. His stepfather Rico Quirindongo, left, and his mother Kate Dean, both of whom have received vaccines and booster shots, have tested negative numerous times since exposure. Diane Urbani de la Paz/Peninsula Daily News
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COVID in the house for the holidays

Dean: Unexpected guest proves advice works

Finn O'Donnell, center, has finished his quarantine period after testing positive for COVID-19 on Christmas Eve. His stepfather Rico Quirindongo, left, and his mother Kate Dean, both of whom have received vaccines and booster shots, have tested negative numerous times since exposure. Diane Urbani de la Paz/Peninsula Daily News

EYE ON BUSINESS: This week’s meetings

Coffee With Colleen, hosted by Colleen McAleer, on Wednesdays at 8 a.m. The Zoom link is https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89474510306?pwd=VlIr RHh5RG1nYVh3V3J… Continue reading

Ashley Kehl of Port Townsend did some fire dancing during the First Night festivities Friday at downtown's Pope Marine Park. He's part of an ensemble that includes Alex Eisenberg of Port Townsend and Cristy Christensen of Bellingham. Diane Urbani de la Paz/Peninsula Daily News
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First night fire dancer

Alex Eisenberg of Port Townsend did some fire dancing during the First Night festivities Friday at downtown’s Pope Marine Park. He’s part of an ensemble… Continue reading

Ashley Kehl of Port Townsend did some fire dancing during the First Night festivities Friday at downtown's Pope Marine Park. He's part of an ensemble that includes Alex Eisenberg of Port Townsend and Cristy Christensen of Bellingham. Diane Urbani de la Paz/Peninsula Daily News

Hood Canal Bridge overnight closures re-set for this week

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How to donate to Home Fund or apply for help

Every gift to the Peninsula Home Fund makes a difference, regardless of its size. From children’s pennies to checks for thousands of dollars, the generosity… Continue reading

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Keith Thorpe/Peninsula Daily News A pair of icicles hang from rooftop in Port Angeles as the temperature rose to just above freezing under the winter sun. Temperatures are expected to moderate in the coming week, signaling a return to seasonal conditions.
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Icy hangout in Port Angeles

A pair of icicles hang from rooftop in Port Angeles as the temperature rose to just above freezing under the winter sun. Temperatures are expected… Continue reading

Keith Thorpe/Peninsula Daily News A pair of icicles hang from rooftop in Port Angeles as the temperature rose to just above freezing under the winter sun. Temperatures are expected to moderate in the coming week, signaling a return to seasonal conditions.
The late Kimberly Bender and her son, Matthew, shown here in a 2018 family photo.

Jail suicide complaint answered

Decedent at fault, Forks city says

The late Kimberly Bender and her son, Matthew, shown here in a 2018 family photo.
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.
Michelle Sandoval is starting a new chapter after serving on the Port Townsend City Council for five consecutive terms. Diane Urbani de la Paz/Peninsula Daily News

Outgoing mayor reflects on two decades of service

Tells of long love affair with Port Townsend

Michelle Sandoval is starting a new chapter after serving on the Port Townsend City Council for five consecutive terms. Diane Urbani de la Paz/Peninsula Daily News
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Peninsula Home Fund offers ‘hand up not hand out’

Community generosity keeps help available for when funds run short

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Keith Thorpe/Peninsula Daily News Port Angeles' Millie Long, right, looks to pass during a game with North Kitsap. Long, the Olympic League girls soccer and basketball MVP and a standout for Peninsula College, is the Peninsula Daily News Athlete of the Year.

Port Angeles’ Long is area’s Athlete of the Year

Standout for Riders, Pirates

Keith Thorpe/Peninsula Daily News Port Angeles' Millie Long, right, looks to pass during a game with North Kitsap. Long, the Olympic League girls soccer and basketball MVP and a standout for Peninsula College, is the Peninsula Daily News Athlete of the Year.
Keith Thorpe/Peninsula Daily News Pierce's Regina Garay, left, and Peninsula's Grace Johnson chase a loose ball on Saturday in Port Angeles.

SPORTS: Part two of 2021 look back

Area sports are in a precarious position as 2022 begins, the pandemic prolonged further by a more transmissible variant causing case rates… Continue reading

Keith Thorpe/Peninsula Daily News Pierce's Regina Garay, left, and Peninsula's Grace Johnson chase a loose ball on Saturday in Port Angeles.