Clallam: Planning commission chair, cleric Vail dies

PORT ANGELES -- Bob Vail, 57, chairman of the Clallam County Planning Commission, died Saturday in his home, apparently of a viral infection. He had… Continue reading

Jefferson: Dam removal and restoration of the Elwha subject of presentation

PORT TOWNSEND -- The Port Townsend Marine Science Center will be hosting Betsy Carlson, Olympic National Park outreach and education specialist, at 7 p.m. Wednesday,… Continue reading

Lummi totem erected outside Lower Klallam health clinic

PORT ANGELES -- Visitors to the Lower Elwha Klallam Health Clinic now will receive the spiritual healing wishes of a 12-foot-tall, 4-foot wide totem pole… Continue reading

Port Angeles: Chamber director says ferries industry in crisis

PORT ANGELES -- Bleak. That's the word Port Angeles Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Russ Veenema used to describe the future of the two ferry… Continue reading

Sequim: Third Planning Commission member resigns

SEQUIM -- A third member of the Sequim Planning Commission has stepped down from his post, citing an increased workload at his job. Chairman John… Continue reading

Detective was suspended for “aspects” of his job performance, sheriff’s documents say

PORT ANGELES -- David John Fontenot rose quickly through the ranks of the Clallam County Sheriff's Department, becoming a detective sergeant in 11 years and… Continue reading

Fishermen need to be alert for redds in the Dungeness, officials say

SEQUIM -- Low water levels in the Dungeness River caused concern for farmers earlier this year. Now it's time to be worried about the fish.… Continue reading

Library systems seeking creative ways to deal with population growth

SEQUIM -- The Sequim branch of the North Olympic Library System is struggling with the demands of the area's population growth. For now, library officials… Continue reading

New safe house a haven for Jefferson County victims of domestic violence

PORT TOWNSEND -- Lynn was married to an abusive man for 20 years, thinking his behavior was an acceptable expression of love. While the Port… Continue reading

Skate Park reopens after meeting with skateboarders, who say they”re not to blame

PORT ANGELES -- A Saturday morning meeting between city officials and skateboarders at the Port Angeles Skate Park failed to draw large numbers of young… Continue reading

Tribal Council nixes reopening trailhead to Second Beach

LAPUSH -- The route to the popular and scenic Second Beach on Washington's coast remained closed Saturday, said Quileute Tribal Chairman Russell Woodruff Sr. There… Continue reading

Drug – Court graduates largest class of 13

PORT ANGELES -- It only took six months for methamphetamine to ravage Wihinna Robideau, known to friends as "Way." "It was empty," she said Thursday,… Continue reading

Increased flu shot cost not affecting decisions to get one, officials say

It's early in the flu season, but the increased cost of vaccinations doesn't seem to be preventing area senior citizens from getting the shots. That's… Continue reading

Lower Elwha to erect totem pole Sunday

The Lower Elwha Klallam tribe will erect a 12-foot totem pole at its health clinic, 243511 U.S. Highway 101, west of Port Angeles at 10… Continue reading

Port Townsend axing county service contracts

PORT TOWNSEND -- City Manager David Timmons is in a cutting mode. Faced with "difficult choices" and increasing costs at budget time, he has informed… Continue reading

Quileute tribal chairman says Second Beach access will reopen today

LAPUSH -- Public access to scenic Second Beach in Olympic National Park may reopen today pending approval by the Quileute Tribal Council. After meeting for… Continue reading

Saturday morning meeting with skateboarders to discuss skate park behavior

PORT ANGELES -- Skateboarders are invited to a summit with city officials at 9 a.m. Saturday to talk about the future of the skate park… Continue reading

Sequim police use Tasers to subdue domestic violence suspect

SEQUIM -- Two Sequim police officers used Tasers earlier this week to subdue a man described as a domestic violence suspect who attempted to run… Continue reading

Jefferson County Public Utility District buys Peterson Lake for future reservoir

PORT HADLOCK -- It was an emotional, celebratory time Wednesday for Bernard "Bernie" Peterson. As Peterson looked on with his wife, Irene Gutierrez, Jefferson County… Continue reading

Morse Creek “S” curve receives quick safety fix

PORT ANGELES -- A notoriously winding stretch of U.S. Highway 101 received a safety improvement Wednesday. The state Department of Transportation followed through on its… Continue reading