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Sequim man charged with six child-rape counts

A Sequim man was formally charged Monday with molestation and six child-rape counts involving three girls ages 11-16. Nathan A. Chavez, 30, was… Continue reading

As snow blankets Peninsula, drivers take care; few wrecks reported

As snow blankets Peninsula, drivers take care; few wrecks reported

Snow that blanketed much of western Washington on Monday didn’t create too many problems on the North Olympic Peninsula, officials said. As… Continue reading

As snow blankets Peninsula, drivers take care; few wrecks reported

Performance canceled because of weather

The Voices of Civil Rights Concert that was scheduled tonight has been canceled. The performance by the the Port Angeles High School… Continue reading

Jefferson PUD: Hack is ‘digital version of graffiti’

The Jefferson County Public Utility District website was hacked but there is no indication that any consumer or staff information was accessed,… Continue reading

Snowfall closes schools, delays transit systems across Peninsula

Snowfall closes schools, delays transit systems across Peninsula

Snowfall overnight has closed school districts and delayed transit systems across the North Olympic Peninsula today. The Port Angeles, Sequim, Quilcene and… Continue reading

Snowfall closes schools, delays transit systems across Peninsula

Snowstorm causing delays in delivery of today’s PDN

Sunday and Monday’s snowfall is causing some delays in delivering today’s edition of the Peninsula Daily News, but carriers are trying to reach all subscribers… Continue reading

Peninsula GOP, Democrats split on travel restrictions ruling

Peninsula GOP, Democrats split on travel restrictions ruling

County Republican and Democratic leaders split along party lines in their responses to President Donald Trump’s travel restrictions and a federal judge’s ruling that enforcement… Continue reading

Peninsula GOP, Democrats split on travel restrictions ruling
Elwha River bridge open houses set this month

Elwha River bridge open houses set this month

State Department of Transportation officials will review the status and future of the battered U.S. Highway 101 Elwha River bridge in a… Continue reading

Elwha River bridge open houses set this month
Ice briefly closes U.S. Highway 101; wrecks reported near Elwha River bridge

Ice briefly closes U.S. Highway 101; wrecks reported near Elwha River bridge

U.S. Highway 101 was open to traffic Saturday after having been closed in both directions near the Elwha River bridge for nearly… Continue reading

Ice briefly closes U.S. Highway 101; wrecks reported near Elwha River bridge
People hold a banner as they take part in a protest march Saturday in London against U.S. President Donald Trump’s ban on travelers and immigrants from seven predominantly Muslim countries entering the U.S. Thousands of protesters have marched on Parliament in London to demand that the British government withdraw its invitation to U.S. President Donald Trump. (Matt Dunham/The Associated Press)

U.S. suspends travel ban enforcement

The government on Saturday suspended enforcement of President Donald Trump’s refugee and immigration ban and scurried to appeal a judge’s order. The stand-down,… Continue reading

  • Feb 5, 2017
  • By Eric Tucker The Associated Press
People hold a banner as they take part in a protest march Saturday in London against U.S. President Donald Trump’s ban on travelers and immigrants from seven predominantly Muslim countries entering the U.S. Thousands of protesters have marched on Parliament in London to demand that the British government withdraw its invitation to U.S. President Donald Trump. (Matt Dunham/The Associated Press)
US judge temporarily blocks Trump’s travel ban nationwide

US judge temporarily blocks Trump’s travel ban nationwide

A U.S. judge today temporarily blocked President Donald Trump’s ban on people from seven predominantly Muslim countries after Washington state… Continue reading

US judge temporarily blocks Trump’s travel ban nationwide
U.S. Rep. Derek Kilmer, D-Gig Harbor, told more than 50 people during a Port Angeles Business Association Meeting on Tuesday he’ll focus on bipartisan issues in the coming year, such as an anticipated infrastructure push as the new administration takes office. (Jesse Major/Peninsula Daily News)

Kilmer, others ask Trump administration about seasonal firefighters

U.S. Rep. Derek Kilmer has joined other members of the House of Representatives to ask President Donald J. Trump’s administration to specify whether… Continue reading

U.S. Rep. Derek Kilmer, D-Gig Harbor, told more than 50 people during a Port Angeles Business Association Meeting on Tuesday he’ll focus on bipartisan issues in the coming year, such as an anticipated infrastructure push as the new administration takes office. (Jesse Major/Peninsula Daily News)
Heart of Service Award nominations accepted now

Heart of Service Award nominations accepted now

NOW IS THE time to nominate your local hero. We are looking for people who make a difference in Jefferson County, individuals who have made… Continue reading

Heart of Service Award nominations accepted now

Clallam panel recommends size limits on vacation rentals, B&Bs

The Clallam County Planning Commission has backed a proposal to limit vacation rentals and bed-and-breakfast inns to 10,000 square feet and five… Continue reading

Pile-driving begins for Navy pier project at Ediz Hook

Pile-driving begins for Navy pier project at Ediz Hook

Pile-driving began Wednesday on the Navy’s $25.6 million pier project on Ediz Hook. Not that city residents, going about their business downtown… Continue reading

Pile-driving begins for Navy pier project at Ediz Hook
Clallam auditor reviewing procedures after 125 ballots were left out of general election

Clallam auditor reviewing procedures after 125 ballots were left out of general election

More than 100 recently discovered ballots from the general election will not be opened or counted, according to Shoona Riggs, Clallam County… Continue reading

Clallam auditor reviewing procedures after 125 ballots were left out of general election
Clallam officials discuss vehicle bid requirement; lament locals staying away

Clallam officials discuss vehicle bid requirement; lament locals staying away

A $13,000 budgeting error prompted Clallam County officials to lament a state bidding requirement that makes it difficult for local auto dealers… Continue reading

Clallam officials discuss vehicle bid requirement; lament locals staying away
Pact reached to cut 400 trees in Lincoln Park to ease approach to airport runway

Pact reached to cut 400 trees in Lincoln Park to ease approach to airport runway

After years of controversy and occasional protests, trees in Lincoln Park will be removed to increase flight path visibility for William R.… Continue reading

Pact reached to cut 400 trees in Lincoln Park to ease approach to airport runway

Tax-Aide volunteers willing; software not always able

Tax-Aide, an AARP Foundation service that files taxes for free, is back on the North Olympic Peninsula to help out this tax… Continue reading