Clallam County

Virus cases going back up

Indoor masking is recommended

The Olympic Peninsula Humane Society has seen an increase in the past five weeks, OPHS officials said, all of them young dogs born during the COVID pandemic and most with behavioral problems. (Olympic Peninsula Humane Society)

Dog surrenders rising at humane society

Additional foster families sought for pets

The Olympic Peninsula Humane Society has seen an increase in the past five weeks, OPHS officials said, all of them young dogs born during the COVID pandemic and most with behavioral problems. (Olympic Peninsula Humane Society)

Fires at two Port Angeles homes under investigation

Two homes suffered heavy smoke damage, causing the occupants of at least one residence to be homeless, after Port Angeles firefighters quickly… Continue reading

Pikachu and Sonic the Hedgehog participate in the Kids Parade during the first weekend of Sequim’s annual Irrigation Festival. This year marks the 127th anniversary of the festival. The Grand Parade will be conducted next Saturday. (Emily Matthiessen/Olympic Peninsula News Group)
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Kids parade

Pikachu and Sonic the Hedgehog participate in the Kids Parade during the first weekend of Sequim’s annual Irrigation Festival. This year marks the 127th anniversary… Continue reading

Pikachu and Sonic the Hedgehog participate in the Kids Parade during the first weekend of Sequim’s annual Irrigation Festival. This year marks the 127th anniversary of the festival. The Grand Parade will be conducted next Saturday. (Emily Matthiessen/Olympic Peninsula News Group)
Keith Thorpe/Peninsula Daily News Peggy DeYoung of Port Angeles, left, talks about plants with Port Angeles Garden Club member Bev Dawson during the group's annual plant sale on Saturday at the Port Angeles Senior Center. The sale featured perennials, annuals, succulents and vegetable starts and served as a fundraiser for garden club activities.
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Port Angeles Garden Club plant sale

Peggy DeYoung of Port Angeles, left, talks about plants with Port Angeles Garden Club member Bev Dawson during the group’s annual plant sale on Saturday… Continue reading

Keith Thorpe/Peninsula Daily News Peggy DeYoung of Port Angeles, left, talks about plants with Port Angeles Garden Club member Bev Dawson during the group's annual plant sale on Saturday at the Port Angeles Senior Center. The sale featured perennials, annuals, succulents and vegetable starts and served as a fundraiser for garden club activities.

Sequim Schools to cut staffing

District also eliminates assistant superintendent post

Sgt. Carolee Edwards inspects the scene in front of Hurricane Ridge Veterinary Hospital, where a Tacoma woman crashed a truck after allegedly evading police throughout Sequim. (Roger Huntman)

Sequim police arrest one, seek another in automobile theft spree

Up to 12 charges likely against person in custody

Sgt. Carolee Edwards inspects the scene in front of Hurricane Ridge Veterinary Hospital, where a Tacoma woman crashed a truck after allegedly evading police throughout Sequim. (Roger Huntman)
Keith Thorpe/Peninsula Daily News The U.S, Coast Guard cutter Cuttyhunk sails across Port Angeles Harbor against a backdrop of fog hugging the shoreline. in June 2020.

‘Saying goodbye to an old friend’

Coast Guard decommissions Cuttyhunk after 34 years of service

Keith Thorpe/Peninsula Daily News The U.S, Coast Guard cutter Cuttyhunk sails across Port Angeles Harbor against a backdrop of fog hugging the shoreline. in June 2020.
David Guterson

‘Snow Falling on Cedars’ author at Peninsula College

Award-winning Northwest author David Guterson will serve as writer in residence at Peninsula College on Tuesday through Thursday. He is best known… Continue reading

David Guterson

A GROWING CONCERN: May flowers bring a list of gardening chores

AS WE LEARNED last week, my absolute favorite time of the year is here and, of course (tongue in cheek), that’s the month of May.… Continue reading

North Olympic History Center Pilot Maj. Gilbert H. Eckerson, circa 1928, when the landing strip was downtown. Passenger Thomas Aldwell stands in front.

BACK WHEN: Clallam County’s William R. Fairchild International Airport rich in history

LATER THIS MONTH, on May 21, Airport Day will be celebrated at William R. Fairchild International Airport in Port Angeles from 10 a.m. to 4… Continue reading

North Olympic History Center Pilot Maj. Gilbert H. Eckerson, circa 1928, when the landing strip was downtown. Passenger Thomas Aldwell stands in front.

EOC still lacks a location

Alternative sites under consideration

Esprit Gala begins on Sunday

Public events planned next weekend

EYE ON BUSINESS: This week’s meetings

Monthly luncheon meetings are held on the second Wednesday of each month at 11:15 a.m. at the… Continue reading

Field Hall hosts talk about economic value of the arts

The Field Arts & Events Hall is livestreaming a two-part presentation on the economic benefits of the arts — including Field Hall… Continue reading

Todd Ortloff Show guests this week

Here is this week’s schedule for the 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Todd Ortloff Show on KONP 1450 AM,… Continue reading

Dabob Bay, Clallam EOC on county agendas

Government meetings in Jefferson, Clallam counties

Forks mobile home park tenants look for alternatives

Landlord says he is owed $24,000 in back rent

Mother’s Day remembered with art, music, flowers

Mother’s Day will be remembered in events across the North Olympic Peninsula this weekend. • Art In Bloom will be on display in the Port… Continue reading

Irrigation Festival offers fair, kids parade, family day

The first weekend of the 127th Sequim Irrigation Festival rolls into high gear on Saturday after some events begin today. Events are split… Continue reading