Clallam County

LETTER: Here’s hoping history won’t repeat itself with Trump’s presidency

Democracy at work with a new president. Cheers by those emboldened by the change in power. Jeers by those who feel desperation. A quote from… Continue reading

LETTER: Here’s how to fund education without imposing costs on businesses

Gov. Jay Inslee yet again wants to spend billions of dollars of other people’s money, this time ostensibly to comply with the state Supreme Court’s… Continue reading

LETTER: Inslee’s death penalty moratorium wasteful, shameful

Gov. Jay Inslee’s 2014 moratorium on state executions is wrong, foolish, stupid and shameful. His recent reprieve for the May 3, 1996, death sentence of… Continue reading

LETTER: Let your voice be heard on Trump’s dictatorial power grab

Is this what a dictatorship looks like? The president signed an order forbidding entry of certain people to the United States. It was effective immediately… Continue reading

LETTER: Our great nation required a free and independent press

The press is the opposition and should keep their mouths shut, according to Steve Bannon, President Donald Trump’s adviser. Really? We have listened to Trump’s… Continue reading

LETTER: Support our children’s educational opportunities with Port Angeles levy renewal

What are the schools like? That’s one of the first questions heard from out-of-area homebuyers considering Port Angeles. Their concern is understandable. The education of… Continue reading

LETTER: Thank God the American electorate has consigned Obama legacy to dustbin

In rebuttal to the Jan. 29 letter in Peninsula Voices, “Will miss Obama,” Obama did not lead the country “out of a serious financial crisis.”… Continue reading

LETTER: We need a broader definition on what pro-life means

unless circumstances warrant one. I am certain those who oppose abortion mean well. However,… Continue reading

NEWS BRIEFS: Port Townsend pool swim club to host tryouts starting Monday … and other items

Mountain View Pool’s new Red Fins Youth Swim Club will hold tryouts for young athletes ages 5 through 18 beginning Monday. The… Continue reading

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

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

US judge temporarily blocks Trump’s travel ban nationwide

US judge temporarily blocks Trump’s travel ban nationwide

A U.S. judge today temporarily blocked President Donald Trump’s ban on people from seven predominantly Muslim countries after Washington state… Continue reading

US judge temporarily blocks Trump’s travel ban nationwide
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)

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
Pact reached to cut 400 trees in Lincoln Park to ease approach to airport runway

Pact reached to cut 400 trees in Lincoln Park to ease approach to airport runway

After years of controversy and occasional protests, trees in Lincoln Park will be removed to increase flight path visibility for William R.… Continue reading

Pact reached to cut 400 trees in Lincoln Park to ease approach to airport runway
Nominations accepted now for Community Service Award
Nominations accepted now for Community Service Award