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Sick orca likely dead, says researcher

Teams searched Thursday for a sick, critically endangered orca in the waters of Washington state and Canada,… Continue reading

State Transportation Commission hears of issues related to Peninsula’s isolation

A state panel was immersed in North Olympic Peninsula transportation issues this week. The state Transportation Commission gathered input on Wednesday from… Continue reading

Funding swap discussed: State panel told change would ease building infrastructure

It would be faster and less expensive for small cities and rural counties to build roads and bridges if they could swap… Continue reading

Jefferson County tour spotlights working farms

Jefferson County tour spotlights working farms

Farms, animals, food and crafts will be celebrated during the 16th annual Jefferson County Farm Tour this weekend. The self-guided tour, runs… Continue reading

Jefferson County tour spotlights working farms
Experts prepare plan to capture ill orca as last alternative

Experts prepare plan to capture ill orca as last alternative

Federal biologists said Wednesday they are preparing a plan to capture and treat a sick, critically endangered… Continue reading

  • Sep 13, 2018
  • By Phuong Le The Associated Press
Experts prepare plan to capture ill orca as last alternative
Port Townsend fires considered suspicious

Port Townsend fires considered suspicious

Three suspicious fires were investigated by Port Townsend police over the weekend. Police responded to a fire at the Port Townsend Post… Continue reading

Port Townsend fires considered suspicious
Repairs set to begin soon for Salish ferry

Repairs set to begin soon for Salish ferry

The MV Kennewick will be the only ferry serving the Port Townsend-Coupeville route for the foreseeable future after the MV Salish was… Continue reading

Repairs set to begin soon for Salish ferry

Sequim man awarded attorney fees by state Supreme Court

The state Supreme Court has ruled that a Sequim man who beat criminal marijuana charges is entitled to attorney fees after the… Continue reading

Clallam, Jefferson see voter turnout boost in primary with prepaid postage

Clallam, Jefferson see voter turnout boost in primary with prepaid postage

Clallam and Jefferson counties each saw a significant increase in voter turnout during the August primary — the first election in which… Continue reading

Clallam, Jefferson see voter turnout boost in primary with prepaid postage
Port Townsend display illustrates battle some veterans face at home

Port Townsend display illustrates battle some veterans face at home

On a small grass strip adjacent to the American Legion Post on Water Street is a display that reminds passersby of a… Continue reading

Port Townsend display illustrates battle some veterans face at home

World Suicide Prevention Day gathering set today in Port Angeles

The only World Suicide Prevention Day event scheduled online in the state will be at 6 p.m. today in Port Angeles. The… Continue reading

OMC faces massive cut in Medicare reimbursements

Olympic Medical Center is urging people to comment on a Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services proposal that would significantly cut reimbursements… Continue reading

Goat relocation efforts begin today in Olympic National Park

Goat relocation efforts begin today in Olympic National Park

Starting today a coalition of state and federal agencies, with support from local tribes, will begin translocating mountain goats from Olympic National… Continue reading

Goat relocation efforts begin today in Olympic National Park

Port Townsend/Coupeville ferry runs halted by stuck rudder

The Port Townsend/Coupeville ferry was out of commission Sunday afternoon after the MV Salish bumped the bottom of Keystone Harbor. The ferry… Continue reading

Boat builders take challenge at Wooden Boat Festival in Port Townsend

Boat builders take challenge at Wooden Boat Festival in Port Townsend

The smell of freshly cut wood and epoxy hung in the air at Point Hudson as boat builders began crafting their best… Continue reading

Boat builders take challenge at Wooden Boat Festival in Port Townsend
Clallam commissioners announce county manager choice

Clallam commissioners announce county manager choice

A former city manager has said he will accept an offer by Clallam County commissioners to succeed county Administrator Jim Jones, who… Continue reading

Clallam commissioners announce county manager choice

Origin of skull not yet known

A desecrated human skull found by a beach walker on Labor Day will be examined by the state Department of Archaeology and Historic… Continue reading

Port Angeles man found dead at foot of cliff

A 74-year-old Port Angeles man is dead after apparently falling down a bluff behind his home on Island View Road. The Clallam… Continue reading

Award winners join list for Port Townsend Film Fest

Award winners join list for Port Townsend Film Fest

Forces behind ‘The Piano,’ ‘My Brother’s Wedding’ added to playbill

Award winners join list for Port Townsend Film Fest
Low flows in Elwha River prompt call for voluntary conservation in Port Angeles

Low flows in Elwha River prompt call for voluntary conservation in Port Angeles

Low flows in the Elwha River have prompted the city of Port Angeles to call for voluntary water conservation under a Stage… Continue reading

Low flows in Elwha River prompt call for voluntary conservation in Port Angeles