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Jefferson residents required to register alarm systems

The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office is asking residents to register their alarm systems with the county now that a new ordinance is… Continue reading

Fir Street construction pushed to early 2019, Lavender Festival still moving to Carrie Blake Park this summer

Fir Street construction pushed to early 2019, Lavender Festival still moving to Carrie Blake Park this summer

The 18-month reconstruction of Fir Street by Sequim schools has been put on hold through 2019. Work originally was slated to begin this… Continue reading

Fir Street construction pushed to early 2019, Lavender Festival still moving to Carrie Blake Park this summer
Puppy Pilots program seeks help raising dogs for the blind

Puppy Pilots program seeks help raising dogs for the blind

Whether at the theater, on the streets, or in the grocery store, it’s likely you’ve crossed paths with Puppy Pilots volunteers. For more… Continue reading

Puppy Pilots program seeks help raising dogs for the blind

New kitchen in sight for Sequim school district

Sequim School District has a clearer vision of what its new central kitchen will look like now that an option has been approved… Continue reading

Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce hires new director

Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce hires new director

The Jefferson County Chamber has hired an Arizona woman as its new executive director, effective April 1, it was announced Wednesday. Arlene… Continue reading

Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce hires new director
Quilcene seeks new school superintendent

Quilcene seeks new school superintendent

Quilcene School District is searching for a new superintendent after its school board decided not to renew Superintendent Wally Lis’ contract. School Board… Continue reading

Quilcene seeks new school superintendent
UPDATE: Quick response from drivers gives family more time with man after heart attack

UPDATE: Quick response from drivers gives family more time with man after heart attack

UPDATE: Edwin DeRousie died Tuesday night of unexpected complications at Harrison Medical Center, his son, Mike DeRousie, assistant chief for Clallam Fire District No. 2,… Continue reading

UPDATE: Quick response from drivers gives family more time with man after heart attack
Port of Port Angeles cuts cost of wash-down facility

Port of Port Angeles cuts cost of wash-down facility

Port of Port Angeles commissioners have agreed to spend $46,855 to have an Everett engineering company revise bid documents for a planned… Continue reading

Port of Port Angeles cuts cost of wash-down facility

Port Townsend council looks at possible annexation into fire district

The Port Townsend City Council discussed a possible ballot measure proposing the city be annexed into the East Jefferson Fire-Rescue district. “Currently,… Continue reading

Tsunami watch prompts preparation on Peninsula

The magnitude 7.9 earthquake that shook the Gulf of Alaska shortly after midnight Monday prompted a tsunami-watch response Tuesday more than 1,000… Continue reading

Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., heads to the chamber with fellow Democrats for a procedural vote aimed at reopening the government, at the Capitol in Washington, Monday, Jan. 22, 2018. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)

Olympic National Park back to business as usual after shutdown

Olympic National Park remained open to the public but bereft of visitor services Monday after the House and Senate voted to end… Continue reading

Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., heads to the chamber with fellow Democrats for a procedural vote aimed at reopening the government, at the Capitol in Washington, Monday, Jan. 22, 2018. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)

Alaska hit by 7.9 earthquake; tsunami warning canceled

A powerful earthquake struck off an island in the Gulf of Alaska, prompting… Continue reading

Two applicants for acting Clallam treasurer sent to commissioners

Two applicants for acting Clallam treasurer sent to commissioners

The names of two applicants for the acting Clallam County treasurer post have been forwarded to county commissioners for their decision on… Continue reading

Two applicants for acting Clallam treasurer sent to commissioners
Jefferson commissioners worry over military, land-use bills

Jefferson commissioners worry over military, land-use bills

Jefferson County commissioners expressed concern Monday over state legislation they said would allow commanders of military bases to veto county and city… Continue reading

Jefferson commissioners worry over military, land-use bills
Olympic National Park open amid shutdown, but visitors mostly on their own

Olympic National Park open amid shutdown, but visitors mostly on their own

Visitors to Olympic National Park will be largely on their own during the shutdown of the federal government, although Hurricane Ridge Road… Continue reading

Olympic National Park open amid shutdown, but visitors mostly on their own

State capital budget misses deadline for affordable housing projects

The state Legislature’s passage of a capital budget Thursday was a day late for affordable housing… Continue reading

Tharinger looks at problems coming down the road

Tharinger looks at problems coming down the road

State 24th District Rep. Steve Tharinger, D-Sequim, breathed a sigh of relief Friday following the passage of the capital budget Thursday but said… Continue reading

Tharinger looks at problems coming down the road
Power remains out for thousands on West End of Clallam County

Power remains out for thousands on West End of Clallam County

Electricity remained out for about 5,700 West End customers of Clallam County Public Utility District while they awaited the arrival of Bonneville Power… Continue reading

Power remains out for thousands on West End of Clallam County

Judge rules Washington Legislature records are public

The emails, text messages and other records held by Washington state lawmakers are subject to publicdisclosure,… Continue reading

  • Jan 21, 2018
Curtis steps down as Port Angeles High School football coach

Curtis steps down as Port Angeles High School football coach

Bret Curtis has resigned as head football coach of the Port Angeles Roughriders, district athletic director Dwayne Johnson confirmed. Curtis’ resignation was… Continue reading

Curtis steps down as Port Angeles High School football coach