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Northwest Watershed Institute study suggests reason behind eagle gathering at Dabob Bay

Northwest Watershed Institute study suggests reason behind eagle gathering at Dabob Bay

Why do eagles gather along more than a mile of shoreline in east Dabob Bay on Hood Canal, and what is the… Continue reading

Northwest Watershed Institute study suggests reason behind eagle gathering at Dabob Bay
High wind watch in effect for Clallam, Jefferson counties Friday

High wind watch in effect for Clallam, Jefferson counties Friday

The National Weather Service has set a high wind watch for today into tonight for Clallam and Jefferson counties, on the heels… Continue reading

High wind watch in effect for Clallam, Jefferson counties Friday

Stevens Middle School target of fake bomb threats in Port Angeles

A fake bomb threat emailed Thursday morning to two teachers at Stevens Middle School was traced to Russian and Chinese IP addresses,… Continue reading

Another arborist says Lions Park sequoia safer than first reported

Another arborist says Lions Park sequoia safer than first reported

A consulting arborist who climbed the Lions Park sequoia this week said the 110-foot-tall tree is not as dangerous as city officials… Continue reading

Another arborist says Lions Park sequoia safer than first reported

Gathering planned Sunday at Lions Park sequoia tree

A community gathering for the Lions Park sequoia is planned for Sunday. The holiday-themed “Secret Sequoia” gathering will be from 2 p.m.… Continue reading

Inslee proposes capital gains tax in new budget

Inslee proposes capital gains tax in new budget

Gov. Jay Inslee is proposing a new capital gains tax and an increase in business taxes… Continue reading

  • Dec 14, 2018
  • By Rachael La Corte The Associated Press
Inslee proposes capital gains tax in new budget
Governor proposes major steps for orca recovery

Governor proposes major steps for orca recovery

With scientists warning that the Northwest’s beloved orcas are on the brink of extinction, Gov. Jay Inslee… Continue reading

  • Dec 14, 2018
  • By Wire Service
Governor proposes major steps for orca recovery
After 18 years, Jefferson County PUD commissioner attends final meeting

After 18 years, Jefferson County PUD commissioner attends final meeting

After 18 years of helping to guide the Jefferson County Public Utility District from his District 3 commissioner’s seat, Wayne King has… Continue reading

After 18 years, Jefferson County PUD commissioner attends final meeting

Quileute woman sentenced to six years in prison after ramming police chief vehicle

A six-year prison sentence was imposed on a 33-year-old Quileute tribal member who stole a car before repeatedly ramming La Push Police… Continue reading

Shooting range ideas get hearing in Jefferson County

Shooting range ideas get hearing in Jefferson County

Strong opinions were shared with the Jefferson County commissioners at a public hearing regarding a proposed ordinance meant to harmonize the recently… Continue reading

Shooting range ideas get hearing in Jefferson County

Clallam officials discuss moving Emergency Operations Center

Officials from across Clallam County support combining the county’s Emergency Operations Center with a dispatch center near Fairchild International Airport, but there… Continue reading

Most back on the grid after power outages in Jefferson County

Electrical power had been restored to most Jefferson County Public Utility District customers by noon today after separate incidents caused widespread outages… Continue reading

A new proposal from the City of Sequim asks contractors to evaluate current and ongoing costs for the John Wayne Marina. Matthew Nash/Olympic Peninsula News Group

Lease in John Wayne Marina’s future?

John Wayne Marina’s future has become crowded with possibilities, including a potential joint ownership-operating agreement between the city of Sequim and Jamestown… Continue reading

A new proposal from the City of Sequim asks contractors to evaluate current and ongoing costs for the John Wayne Marina. Matthew Nash/Olympic Peninsula News Group
Commissioners adopt 2018 Jefferson County Comprehensive Plan

Commissioners adopt 2018 Jefferson County Comprehensive Plan

The Jefferson County commissioners have voted unanimously to adopt the 2018 Jefferson County Comprehensive Plan and Unified Development Code, a 400-page road… Continue reading

Commissioners adopt 2018 Jefferson County Comprehensive Plan
Inslee wants 100 percent clean energy in Washington by 2045

Inslee wants 100 percent clean energy in Washington by 2045

Gov. Jay Inslee on Monday proposed an ambitious package of legislation to tackle climate change, including eliminating fossil fuels such as natural gas… Continue reading

  • Dec 11, 2018
  • By Mark Swanson Peninsula Daily News
Inslee wants 100 percent clean energy in Washington by 2045

Death of Neah Bay man investigated after body found in truck on Highway 112

The Clallam County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the death of a 21-year-old Neah Bay man after his body was found in a… Continue reading

New lights installed at Memorial Field in Port Townsend

New lights installed at Memorial Field in Port Townsend

Jefferson County’s Memorial Field is a whole lot brighter as the latest lighting technology has replaced the old standard that has been… Continue reading

New lights installed at Memorial Field in Port Townsend

Olympic Peninsula Narcotics Enforcement Team has seized $58,671 in drugs this year

The Olympic Peninsula Narcotics Enforcement Team has seized 406 grams of heroin, 194 grams of methamphetamine, and 343 opioid pills and suboxone… Continue reading

Clallam County commissioners approve letter to Department of Natural Resources

The Clallam County commissioners have agreed to send a letter to the state Department of Natural Resources, telling the department that its… Continue reading

Peninsula voter turnout higher than historic statewide participation

The North Olympic Peninsula saw a higher number of registered voters participate in this year’s general election than did statewide. The state saw… Continue reading