Daily Update Newsletter

A GROWING CONCERN: Show a little love for dandelions

and this year they are earlier than ever! Are they a weed? Should I… Continue reading

Department of Ecology declares statewide drought emergency

Clallam County PUD #1 is requesting that water utility customers prepare to conserve water this year in response to a statewide drought… Continue reading

PASD board approves pact with paraeducators

Two-year agreement hikes salary steps, wages

Peninsula plant sales slated for next week

A variety of organizations across the North Olympic Peninsula will host their annual plant sales next weekend. It presents gardeners the opportunity to get starts… Continue reading

The U.S. Coast Guard cutter Anacapa is being decommissioned after 34 years of service, the last of which had the ship homeported in Port Angeles. A ceremony Friday bid farewell to the vessel, which will make its final journey to the Coast Guard Yard in Baltimore, Maryland in the coming weeks. (Peter Segall / Peninsula Daily News)

Port Angeles-based cutter Anacapa decommissioned

110-foot vessel is one of few remaining Island-class cutters

The U.S. Coast Guard cutter Anacapa is being decommissioned after 34 years of service, the last of which had the ship homeported in Port Angeles. A ceremony Friday bid farewell to the vessel, which will make its final journey to the Coast Guard Yard in Baltimore, Maryland in the coming weeks. (Peter Segall / Peninsula Daily News)

Poulsbo man dies in wreck south of Hood Canal Bridge

A Poulsbo man died in a vehicle collision in Kitsap County just south of the Hood Canal Bridge that did not close… Continue reading

Clallam County Fire District Captain Marty Martinez sprays water on a hot spot of a fire that destroyed a house and adjoining RV in the 700 block of East Kemp Street near Port Angeles on Friday morning. (Keith Thorpe/Peninsula Daily News)

One found dead in fire east of Port Angeles

House, garage destroyed in Kemp Street blaze

Clallam County Fire District Captain Marty Martinez sprays water on a hot spot of a fire that destroyed a house and adjoining RV in the 700 block of East Kemp Street near Port Angeles on Friday morning. (Keith Thorpe/Peninsula Daily News)
Government officials applaud the ribbon cutting at the Point Hudson breakwater in Port Townsend on Wednesday afternoon. (Diane Urbani de la Paz/For Peninsula Daily News)

Point Hudson breakwater opens centennial celebration

$12 million port project finishes on time, under budget

Government officials applaud the ribbon cutting at the Point Hudson breakwater in Port Townsend on Wednesday afternoon. (Diane Urbani de la Paz/For Peninsula Daily News)

Great Olympic Peninsula Duck Derby sales begin

Ducks are on sale for the 35th annual Duck Derby presented by the Jamestown S’Klallam Tribe, with racers having an opportunity to… Continue reading

NOHN helps to meet healthcare needs, CEO says

Network established in 2015 with federally qualified center

People, tools needed for build

Dream Playground on track for May 15-19

Skilled workers sought for Dream Playground shifts

The Dream Playground is seeking skilled workers for the following shifts: • Wednesday, May 15, from 5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. • Thursday, May 16,… Continue reading

Theater, art shows and home tours on tap this weekend

Theater performances, a home and kitchen tour and the return of the Victorian Heritage Festival highlight this weekend’s events on the North Olympic Peninsula. •… Continue reading

Overnight bridge closures scheduled

The state Department of Transportation has announced a series of overnight closures of the Hood Canal bridge on state Highway 104 beginning May… Continue reading

Mike Kenna, right, owner of Printery Communications,has purchased SOS Printing to keep the business running after owner Dan Huntingford’s sudden illness. Son Rory Kenna is at left. (Jeannie McMacken/Peninsula Daily News)

Port Townsend competitors, friends work together amid illness

In a small town, sometimes long-time competitors are friends. And friends help friends when they are in need. Dan Huntingford, owner of… Continue reading

Mike Kenna, right, owner of Printery Communications,has purchased SOS Printing to keep the business running after owner Dan Huntingford’s sudden illness. Son Rory Kenna is at left. (Jeannie McMacken/Peninsula Daily News)
East Jefferson Fire Rescue Chief Bret Black describes the 2,500-gallon wildfire tender located at Marrowstone Fire Station 12 on Marrowstone Island during an open house on Saturday. (Steve Mullensky/for Peninsula Daily News)

Marrowstone Island fire station open for business

Volunteers to staff 1,300-square-foot building

East Jefferson Fire Rescue Chief Bret Black describes the 2,500-gallon wildfire tender located at Marrowstone Fire Station 12 on Marrowstone Island during an open house on Saturday. (Steve Mullensky/for Peninsula Daily News)
Xin Xin admires mosaics by fellow “A Warm Embrace” artist Naoko Morisawa at Jeanette Best Gallery in downtown Port Townsend. (Northwind Art)

‘Warm Embrace’ art exhibit to close Sunday

“A Warm Embrace,” the exhibition of art by five Seattle-area women, will come to a close on Sunday. The show, which explores… Continue reading

Xin Xin admires mosaics by fellow “A Warm Embrace” artist Naoko Morisawa at Jeanette Best Gallery in downtown Port Townsend. (Northwind Art)
Dion Graham

Actors to close out festival Saturday night

‘Selected Shorts’ live show to be held at Field Arts & Events Hall

  • Apr 25, 2024
  • By Diane Urbani de la Paz For Peninsula Daily News
  • Clallam County
Dion Graham