Daily Update Newsletter

Beaches, nearshore waters remain open following fuel spill

Public access to the Elwha River estuary remains open following the fuel spill that entered Indian Creek, the state Department of Ecology… Continue reading

Tayler Bulus-Steed and Mayah Simpson-Thompson, founders of Funky Grooves, showcase their newly opened record shop, where they have curated a space dedicated to music, community and vintage culture. (Allora Walls/Peninsula Daily News)

Funky Grooves offers gathering place for artists

New store open Monday through Saturday

Tayler Bulus-Steed and Mayah Simpson-Thompson, founders of Funky Grooves, showcase their newly opened record shop, where they have curated a space dedicated to music, community and vintage culture. (Allora Walls/Peninsula Daily News)

Peninsula College to receive funding for workforce training

Computer program to help control mechanical tools

Port Angeles’ Day of Play set for Saturday

Port Angeles’ Day of Play, music and stage performances highlight weekend events on the North Olympic Peninsula. • The Port Angeles Parks and Recreation Department… Continue reading

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Workers maneuver a newly-delivered vault containing a water valve at the site of a valve replacement project on Thursday at the Jones Street Reservoir in Port Angeles.

Water pressure to be reduced in Port Angeles next week

The city of Port Angeles will temporarily reduce water pressure to its utility customers beginning Monday. During the reduction, city utility customers… Continue reading

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Workers maneuver a newly-delivered vault containing a water valve at the site of a valve replacement project on Thursday at the Jones Street Reservoir in Port Angeles.

Port Townsend man arrested in murder investigation

Autopsy determined Sequim man’s death a homicide

Cheryl and John Francis of Sequim, along with their dogs, from left, Bella, Molly and Yogi, enjoy a day in the sun at Cline Spit County Park north of Sequim on Tuesday. The couple and their pets, who recently moved from California, took advantage of the area’s recreational opportunities. (Keith Thorpe/Peninsula Daily News)

Dog days of summer

Cheryl and John Francis of Sequim, along with their dogs, from left, Bella, Molly and Yogi, enjoy a day in the sun at Cline Spit… Continue reading

Cheryl and John Francis of Sequim, along with their dogs, from left, Bella, Molly and Yogi, enjoy a day in the sun at Cline Spit County Park north of Sequim on Tuesday. The couple and their pets, who recently moved from California, took advantage of the area’s recreational opportunities. (Keith Thorpe/Peninsula Daily News)

Committee members sought for ‘For’ and ‘Against’ statements

The Clallam County commissioners are seeking county residents to serve on the “For” and “Against” committees for a proposed charter amendment regarding… Continue reading

Emergency highway repairs underway near Kalaloch campground

Work crews have begun emergency repairs to U.S. Highway 101 near Kalaloch Campground. The southbound lane has been closed due to failure of… Continue reading

First Fed Bank adds board member amid settlement proceedings

SEC filings show institution includes $5.8M for ‘legal matter’

Folk band on tour to play at Port Angeles residence

Sturtz will perform at a house concert from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday. The Colorado-based folk band will perform outside a… Continue reading

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Outsider artist set to give talk on his work

“Echoes, Memories and Curiosities,” sculptor Chuck Iffland’s multifaceted exhibition, brings an outsider artist inside Northwind Art’s space. Now open at Jeanette Best… Continue reading

Chuck Iffland.

Port Angeles wants full site cleanup

Ecology prefers different plan for Rayonier

Port Townsend reviews its vision statement

Comp plan intro hasn’t been updated in 30 years, official says

The North Olympic 13 U team is in the championship game of the Pacific Northwest Babe Ruth regionals in Meridian, Idaho. From left, front row, are Julian Dominguez, Noah Kiser, Cooper Merritt, Drake Spence, Kyler Williams, Coleman Keate, Jay Lieberman and Carson Greenstreet. From left, back row, are coach Evan Kiser, Manager Robert Merritt, Brycen Allen, Jacob Kimzey, Liam Shea, Gavin Doyle, Tristan Konopaski, coach Tyrell Spence and coach Bryan Greenstreet.

BABE RUTH BASEBALL: North Olympic 13U in regional championship game

North Olympics wins title game late Wednesday 10-8

The North Olympic 13 U team is in the championship game of the Pacific Northwest Babe Ruth regionals in Meridian, Idaho. From left, front row, are Julian Dominguez, Noah Kiser, Cooper Merritt, Drake Spence, Kyler Williams, Coleman Keate, Jay Lieberman and Carson Greenstreet. From left, back row, are coach Evan Kiser, Manager Robert Merritt, Brycen Allen, Jacob Kimzey, Liam Shea, Gavin Doyle, Tristan Konopaski, coach Tyrell Spence and coach Bryan Greenstreet.
Dan Morrison and Sami Gustafson of Port Angeles-based Wicked Racing dominated the ASBR Stihl unlimited class at Extreme Sports Park in 2024. (Jeff Halstead/for Peninsula Daily News)

EXTREME SPORTS PARK: Sprint boat action returns this weekend

Sprint boat action is returning to the Extreme Sports Park this weekend with the 2025 with the loud and fast boats, personal… Continue reading

Dan Morrison and Sami Gustafson of Port Angeles-based Wicked Racing dominated the ASBR Stihl unlimited class at Extreme Sports Park in 2024. (Jeff Halstead/for Peninsula Daily News)
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WEST COAST LEAGUE: Lefties hurt by rough first inning

Port Angeles’ Kayne Jinks struggled in the first inning and the Lefties fell into a hole they couldn’t climb out of in… Continue reading

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Fat Chance to play at Olympic Cellars summer concert series

Fat Chance will present a concert at 7 p.m. Saturday as part of the summer series at Olympic Cellars, 255410 U.S. Highway… Continue reading

BABE RUTH NW REGIONALS: North Olympic opens tourney 3-0

The North Olympic Babe Ruth squad opened strong at the 13U Pacific Northwest Babe Ruth Regional Championships with three straight wins, including… Continue reading

A state Department of Transportation crew constructs a temporary diversion dam under the former and current U.S. Highway 101 bridges on Saturday in preparation for the demolition of the old bridge. (Keith Thorpe/Peninsula Daily News)

Demolition of old Elwha River bridge has begun

Demolition of the old U.S. Highway 101 bridge across the Elwha River is underway. Work crews have placed a temporary dyke to… Continue reading

A state Department of Transportation crew constructs a temporary diversion dam under the former and current U.S. Highway 101 bridges on Saturday in preparation for the demolition of the old bridge. (Keith Thorpe/Peninsula Daily News)