Clallam County

LETTER: Shame on the immature men who are seeking Clallam pet licensing information

There are two immature, mean-spirited men who want to waste taxpayers’ money (desperately needed for worthy causes) and public officials’ time by outing citizens who… Continue reading

Alex Biss, right, is comforted by mom April as they meet Christine Chang, kneeling at left, Alex’s first-grade teacher at Jefferson Elementary School in Port Angeles. Paige, a third-grader, looks on for her younger brother’s special day. (Dave Logan/for Peninsula Daily News)

Most Peninsula districts have resumed classes

Cape Flattery, Quilcene and Brinnon public school districts will resume classes today, while other North Olympic Peninsula districts have already begun. Sequim schools’ start was… Continue reading

Alex Biss, right, is comforted by mom April as they meet Christine Chang, kneeling at left, Alex’s first-grade teacher at Jefferson Elementary School in Port Angeles. Paige, a third-grader, looks on for her younger brother’s special day. (Dave Logan/for Peninsula Daily News)

Mount St. Helens Monument scientist leaves legacy

Peter Frenzen has worked at Mount St. Helens for 35 years, yet he still lights up talking… Continue reading

PAT NEAL: Tourist questions asked by real tourists

THIS MUST BE one of the busiest tourist seasons ever. It had the locals hoping that school would hurry up and start so everyone would… Continue reading

Air quality alert issued for Clallam and Jefferson counties tonight

An air quality alert has been issued for Clallam and Jefferson counties. According to the National Weather Service, smoke from wildfires in Eastern Washington and… Continue reading

Hearing to decide if accused murderer should be made to take medication

Hearing to decide if accused murderer should be made to take medication

A Bainbridge Island teen charged with killing a 71-year-old Sequim woman will have a court hearing this month to determine whether he… Continue reading

Hearing to decide if accused murderer should be made to take medication

State panel to discuss fishing ban on Elwha River during meeting in Port Angeles

The Washington Fish and Wildlife Commission will tour the Elwha River watershed after a briefing on fish populations and a discussion of a… Continue reading

Port Angeles eyes code changes for advisory panels

The Port Angeles City Council will consider today code revisions that would encourage citizen participation at advisory board and committee meetings. The… Continue reading

Klahowya Campground closes today for water system upgrades

Klahowya Campground in Olympic National Forest will be closed until next spring beginning early today for water system upgrades. The U.S. Forest… Continue reading

Ships slowing in busy channel to protect endangered orcas

Ships slowing in busy channel to protect endangered orcas

Ships moving through a busy channel off Washington state’s San Juan Island are slowing down this summer… Continue reading

Ships slowing in busy channel to protect endangered orcas

State says judge erred in dismissing Tesoro refinery fines

State regulators said a judge erred when he overturned $2.39 million in penalties against Tesoro following the… Continue reading

Sequim school officials mull moving students to offset overcrowded classes at Greywolf

Sequim school officials mull moving students to offset overcrowded classes at Greywolf

The Sequim School District is considering possibly moving students from Greywolf Elementary School in Carlsborg to Helen Haller Elementary in Sequim later this… Continue reading

Sequim school officials mull moving students to offset overcrowded classes at Greywolf
Lower Elwha Klallam Tribal members drum and sing as a crowd walks down Lincoln Street in Port Angeles on Thursday for International Overdose Awareness Day. (Jesse Major/Peninsula Daily News)
Lower Elwha Klallam Tribal members drum and sing as a crowd walks down Lincoln Street in Port Angeles on Thursday for International Overdose Awareness Day. (Jesse Major/Peninsula Daily News)
WEST END NEIGHBOR: Keeping it simple and cool on the West End

WEST END NEIGHBOR: Keeping it simple and cool on the West End

A YOUNG BLACK dog named Poncho was lying in the shade created by the underbelly of a dusty van. Propped on the back of the… Continue reading

WEST END NEIGHBOR: Keeping it simple and cool on the West End
Inslee declares state of emergency for wildfire worries; red flag warning issued

Inslee declares state of emergency for wildfire worries; red flag warning issued

As the growing Jolly Mountain Fire in Kittitas County threatens thousands of homes in Ronald and Roslyn, Gov. Jay Inslee has proclaimed… Continue reading

Inslee declares state of emergency for wildfire worries; red flag warning issued

Delays to lengthen around Lake Crescent starting Thursday

Come Thursday, it’s going to get a lot harder to travel to and from the West End. The first planned four-hour delay… Continue reading

Sequim district, teachers in mediation over contracts

Sequim teachers and the Sequim School District are getting some outside help with contract negotiations. Representatives of the district and the Sequim Education… Continue reading

Registration open for the 2017 International Coastal Cleanup

Registration is open now for volunteers who want to participate in the 2017 International Coastal Cleanup on Sept. 16. Volunteers can select from among 16… Continue reading

Port Angeles police seek man who failed to appear in court

Port Angeles police seek man who failed to appear in court

Port Angeles police request the public’s help in finding a Port Angeles man who did not appear for his sentencing hearing Aug.… Continue reading

Port Angeles police seek man who failed to appear in court

Forum focuses on peace of mind during estate planning

Attorney Michael Hatch will present a free WOW! Working on Wellness forum, “Elder Law: Simple Steps Towards Peace of Mind,” at 2:30 p.m.… Continue reading