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Laura Lewis

Food security topic of gardening lecture

Laura Lewis, director of the WSU Jefferson County Extension, will speak about ensuring a safe and consistent food supply at noon Thursday.… Continue reading

Laura Lewis

EYE ON OLYMPIA: Public education funding, dental services on agenda

State Rep. Mike Chapman expressed pride this week in his co-sponsorship of House Bill 1414, which would help Native American tribes pursue federal… Continue reading

WRESTLING: Port Angeles second, Sequim third at Olympic sub-regionals

WRESTLING: Port Angeles second, Sequim third at Olympic sub-regionals

Port Angeles came in second and Sequim third at the Olympic League 2A Sub-Regional held at North Mason High School. Olympic won this… Continue reading

WRESTLING: Port Angeles second, Sequim third at Olympic sub-regionals

WRESTLING: Forks boys win sub-regionals again

For the fourth year in a row, Forks has won the boys’ WIAA 1A District 4 Sub-Regional Wrestling Tournament, winning four weight classes… Continue reading

Sequim lab looks to find the best biofuel in algae

Sequim lab looks to find the best biofuel in algae

Scientists at the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory’s Marine Sciences Laboratory are turning algae inside out to find the best biofuel possible. Dr. Michael… Continue reading

Sequim lab looks to find the best biofuel in algae
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

Clallam, three cities to update planning policy

Clallam County and the cities inside it are teaming up to update a 1992 countywide planning policy that will guide the development… Continue reading

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
Peninsula College Longhouse to host new exhibit

Peninsula College Longhouse to host new exhibit

The Peninsula College Longhouse will host a new exhibit, “Salish Bounty: Traditional Native American Foods of Puget Sound,” beginning Tuesday. Focusing on… Continue reading

Peninsula College Longhouse to host new exhibit
Tests underway on mystery substance in ditch near Port Angeles airport

Tests underway on mystery substance in ditch near Port Angeles airport

A chemical analysis is being conducted on a mysterious black, mushy substance that is lining the stormwater-ditch drainage system on the edge… Continue reading

Tests underway on mystery substance in ditch near Port Angeles airport
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)

EYE ON CLALLAM: Briefing slated for Carlsborg sewer

The three Clallam County commissioners will hear a briefing on the Carlsborg sewer project and review a draft ordinance establishing user fees for the system… Continue reading

EYE ON JEFFERSON: County to consider human rights proclamation

The three Jefferson County commissioners will consider a human rights proclamation when they meet Monday. The meeting will begin at 9 a.m. in commissioners’ chambers… 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)

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