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EYE ON BUSINESS: This week’s meetings

Virtual meeting at 11 a.m. Wednesday. This week features Brix Marine, formerly Armstrong Marine, and their plans… Continue reading

FILE - In this Jan. 6, 2020, file photo, Tony A. (Naschio) Johnson, center, elected chairman of the Chinook Indian Nation, plays a drum as he leads tribal members and supporters as they march to the federal courthouse in Tacoma, Wash., as they continue their efforts to regain federal recognition. As COVID-19 disproportionately affects Native American communities, many tribal leaders say the pandemic poses particular risks to tribes without federal recognition. The Chinook Nation received some federal funding through a local nonprofit for small tribes to distribute food to elders and help with electricity bills, tribal Johnson said. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren, File)
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Pandemic leaves tribes without US recognition at a higher risk

By Christine Fernando The Associated Press Rachel Lynne Cushman is used to getting calls from Chinook Nation members worried about losing housing or having their… Continue reading

  • Feb 28, 2021
  • By CHRISTINE FERNANDO Associated Press
  • Coronavirus
FILE - In this Jan. 6, 2020, file photo, Tony A. (Naschio) Johnson, center, elected chairman of the Chinook Indian Nation, plays a drum as he leads tribal members and supporters as they march to the federal courthouse in Tacoma, Wash., as they continue their efforts to regain federal recognition. As COVID-19 disproportionately affects Native American communities, many tribal leaders say the pandemic poses particular risks to tribes without federal recognition. The Chinook Nation received some federal funding through a local nonprofit for small tribes to distribute food to elders and help with electricity bills, tribal Johnson said. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren, File)
Tom Gallagher, right, wears a Seattle Seahawks jersey and holiday hat as he takes a photo with his wife Debbie on the turf at Lumen Field, Thursday, Feb. 18, 2021, in Seattle. The couple, who are Seattle Seahawks season ticket holders, were celebrating their 45th anniversary by taking part in the "Field To Table" event at the Seahawks' home stadium on the first night of several weeks of dates that offer four-course meals cooked by local chefs and served at socially distanced tables in an open-sided tent on the field as a precaution against the COVID-19 pandemic. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)
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Seattle ups outdoor dining game, Seahawks-style

Sick of the same old, same old pandemic dining? Seattle says: Game on. For a limited… Continue reading

  • Feb 28, 2021
  • By Ted S. Warren The Associated Press
  • Coronavirus
Tom Gallagher, right, wears a Seattle Seahawks jersey and holiday hat as he takes a photo with his wife Debbie on the turf at Lumen Field, Thursday, Feb. 18, 2021, in Seattle. The couple, who are Seattle Seahawks season ticket holders, were celebrating their 45th anniversary by taking part in the "Field To Table" event at the Seahawks' home stadium on the first night of several weeks of dates that offer four-course meals cooked by local chefs and served at socially distanced tables in an open-sided tent on the field as a precaution against the COVID-19 pandemic. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

EYE ON BUSINESS: This week’s meetings

Virtual meeting Tuesday at 7:30 a.m. This week features Michael Kokopelli on reopening a restaurant after COVID closures. Meeting… Continue reading

AR Workshop to open DIY studio in Port Angeles

Diana Pezzino has opened an AR Workshop at 2741 E. U.S. Highway 101. AR Workshops offer a do-it-yourself studio and hands-on classes… Continue reading

Vickie DeMott

Olympic Medical Center recognizes education department staff

The Olympic Medical Center board of commissioners recognized staff members from the center’s education department at a recent board meeting. The education… Continue reading

Vickie DeMott
Maria Melvin, ARNP joins the staff at North Olympic Healthcare Network

Health network hires new advanced RN practitioner

The North Olympic Healthcare Network has announced that Maria Melvin, an advanced registered nurse practitioner, has joined its primary care provider team.… Continue reading

Maria Melvin, ARNP joins the staff at North Olympic Healthcare Network

Port Ludlow Marina recognized as Elite Fleet Marina

The Port Ludlow Marina has been named as an Elite Fleet Marina in the marinas.com 2020 Boaters’ Choice Awards. The award, bestowed… Continue reading

Stylist Monica Salazar returns to the Shear Elegance Full Service Salon

Stylist returns to Port Angeles salon

Shear Elegance Full Service Salon, located at 210 E. Fourth St., has announced the return of stylist Monica Salazar. Salazar is available… Continue reading

Stylist Monica Salazar returns to the Shear Elegance Full Service Salon
Carmen Geyer is the new communications coordinator for the Port Angeles School District.

Port Angeles School District hires communications and outreach coordinator

The Port Angeles School District has announced that Carmen Geyer is its new communications and community outreach coordinator. In this position, Geyer… Continue reading

Carmen Geyer is the new communications coordinator for the Port Angeles School District.

EYE ON BUSINESS: This week’s meetings

Virtual meeting at 11 a.m. Wednesday. For information email info@portangeles.org. • Forks Chamber of Commerce — Virtual… Continue reading

Richard Maxwell stretches before his Friday workout at the Port Townsend Athletic Club, which is about to double its capacity as North Olympic Peninsula gyms move into Phase 2 of the state's economic recovery plan. Diane Urbani de la Paz/Peninsula Daily News
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Restrictions eased for workout facilities

It’s about to get easier to work out or join a yoga class. Movies on the big screen, however, are still somewhere on the horizon.… Continue reading

Richard Maxwell stretches before his Friday workout at the Port Townsend Athletic Club, which is about to double its capacity as North Olympic Peninsula gyms move into Phase 2 of the state's economic recovery plan. Diane Urbani de la Paz/Peninsula Daily News

Hairston named administrator and CEO of Bonneville Power Administration

The Department of Energy has named John Hairston as administrator and CEO of the Bonneville Power Administration. Hairston has been the administration’s interim… Continue reading

Sequim’s The Co-op Farm and Garden meeting rescheduled on Zoom

The 86th meeting of The Co-op Farm and Garden that, previously rescheduled due to the coronavirus pandemic, will now be conducted on Zoom.… Continue reading

John Blevins

Olympic Medical Center recognizes patient access services staff

The Olympic Medical Center board of commissioners recognized four members of the patient access services department at a virtual board meeting. Chief… Continue reading

John Blevins

EYE ON BUSINESS: This week’s meetings

Virtual meeting at 11 a.m. Wednesday. This week features Marsha Massey, Olympic Peninsula Visitor Bureau executive director,… Continue reading

Health care merger for nonprofits

Seattle-based Virginia Mason and Tacoma-based Catholic Health Initiative Franciscan completed a merger during January. The nonprofit health care organizations now form Virginia Mason Franciscan Health… Continue reading

The Sequim UPS Store, seen here in December, closed this month as its owner said a sale of the franchise has yet to finalize. Matthew Nash/Olympic Peninsula News Group

UPS Store in Sequim closes again

Former owner says franchise sale not final yet

The Sequim UPS Store, seen here in December, closed this month as its owner said a sale of the franchise has yet to finalize. Matthew Nash/Olympic Peninsula News Group
Adam Killpack

Podiatrist joins staff at Olympic Medical Center

Podiatrist Adam Killpack has joined the staff at Olympic Medical Center. Killpack will see patients with foot and ankle conditions at the… Continue reading

Adam Killpack

EYE ON BUSINESS: This week’s meetings

Virtual meeting at 11 a.m. Wednesday. For information email info@portangeles.org. • Forks Chamber of Commerce — Virtual… Continue reading