Jefferson County

Plant sales planned this weekend

Those seeking to put those chilly April blues behind and fully embrace the warmer temps of springtime can get their gardens going by attending Saturday… Continue reading

Port Townsend approves supplemental budget

USDA rural designation may jeopardize funding

The Rev. Pam Douglas-Smith

Service set for Unity in Port Townsend

The Rev. Pam Douglas-Smith will present “The Third Jesus, Part III” at 11 a.m. Sunday Douglas-Smith is the pastor at Unity in… Continue reading

The Rev. Pam Douglas-Smith
“Noon Stroll” by Jeanne Edwards of Port Angeles is among the new pieces in “Showcase in Bloom,” the celebration of local artists at Northwind Art’s Jeanette Best Gallery in Port Townsend. The new exhibition opens this week and continues through May. (Northwind Art)

‘Showcase in Bloom’ brings new art to Jeanette Best Gallery

Artists from all over North Olympic Peninsula

“Noon Stroll” by Jeanne Edwards of Port Angeles is among the new pieces in “Showcase in Bloom,” the celebration of local artists at Northwind Art’s Jeanette Best Gallery in Port Townsend. The new exhibition opens this week and continues through May. (Northwind Art)

Peninsula lawmakers optimistic

Legislators believe compromise will be reached

Lower Elwha Police Chief Sam White was on a task force that explored the issue of missing and murdered indigenous people statewide. (Paul Gottlieb/Special to Peninsula Daily News)

Missing, murdered indigenous legislation signed

Task force to seek answers to unsolved cases

Lower Elwha Police Chief Sam White was on a task force that explored the issue of missing and murdered indigenous people statewide. (Paul Gottlieb/Special to Peninsula Daily News)

‘Since I Been Down’ screens today in PT, Thursday in PA

Peninsula College will screen the film “Since I Been Down” followed by a discussion in Port Townsend today and Port Angeles on… Continue reading

Art Wave student art displayed this month

During the month of May, 30 merchants throughout the historic district are showcasing student artwork for “Art Wave!” The artwork, created by… Continue reading

Hybrid, alternative uses favored for golf course

High school student top priority is housing

Arlene Alen.

Jefferson chamber chief leaves for Walla Walla post

Board president: ’She’s done a phenomenal job’

Arlene Alen.
Sara Eldridge, of Quilcene High School, won Best in Show for her Clay and Yarn piece, "Ellis Dee.”

Olympic Peninsula High School Art Exhibition names winners

The Pirate Union Building Gallery of Art has announced the winners of its 2023 Olympic Peninsula High School Art Exhibition. The juried… Continue reading

Sara Eldridge, of Quilcene High School, won Best in Show for her Clay and Yarn piece, "Ellis Dee.”

PAT NEAL: Good news and bad news

WHO SAYS THERE’S no good news? The Lower Elwha Klallam Ceremonial and Subsistence Fishery will open for coho salmon on the Elwha this October. It’s… Continue reading

Peninsula College announces honor roll

Peninsula College has announced the names of students who made its president’s list and honor roll for the 2023 winter quarter. To… Continue reading

What is a cold case?

By Paul Gottlieb Special to the Peninsula Daily News A cold case is defined by the National Institute of Justice (nij.ojp.gov) as “any case whose… Continue reading

Hood Canal Bridge to be closed for lighting repairs

The state Department of Transportation will replace lighting hardware on the Hood Canal Bridge in June. Nighttime commuters should expect closures. The closures… Continue reading

Jefferson County de-prioritizes psychedelics

Commissioners state support for decriminalization

Port Townsend’s Erica Bauermeister has published her fifth novel, “No Two Persons,” and will give a reading at the Cotton Building this Tuesday evening.

Nine lives plus one: Local author’s novel explores connections

This one was “a high-wire act,” the author said of her latest book. “No Two Persons” by Erica Bauermeister of Port Townsend… Continue reading

Port Townsend’s Erica Bauermeister has published her fifth novel, “No Two Persons,” and will give a reading at the Cotton Building this Tuesday evening.
Molly Yanoff Odell, 12, and Darby Berg, 12, both from Port Townsend, model 1890 swimwear costumes during a Victorian Era fashion show at the Legion Hall on Saturday. The girls took part in the Port Townsend Victorian Heritage Festival, which was at various venues over the weekend. (Steve Mullensky/for Peninsula Daily News)

Victorian Festival

Molly Yanoff Odell, 12, and Darby Berg, 12, both from Port Townsend, model 1890 swimwear costumes during a Victorian Era fashion show at the Legion… Continue reading

Molly Yanoff Odell, 12, and Darby Berg, 12, both from Port Townsend, model 1890 swimwear costumes during a Victorian Era fashion show at the Legion Hall on Saturday. The girls took part in the Port Townsend Victorian Heritage Festival, which was at various venues over the weekend. (Steve Mullensky/for Peninsula Daily News)
State Legislative Support Services Current and past state legislators who have represented the 24th District over the past 30 years — representatives for two-year terms, senators for four-year term — gathered at the state Capitol recently at Sen. Kevin Van De Wege’s request to catch up and reminisce. “The vast majority of districts have regular turnover,” he said. From left are former Rep. Jim Buck of Joyce, Rep. Steve Tharinger of Port Townsend, Van De Wege of Port Angeles; former Sen. Jim Hargrove of Hoquiam, former Rep. Lynn Kessler of Hoquiam and Rep. Mike Chapman of Port Angeles.
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24th District legislators reunion

representatives for two-year terms,… Continue reading

State Legislative Support Services Current and past state legislators who have represented the 24th District over the past 30 years — representatives for two-year terms, senators for four-year term — gathered at the state Capitol recently at Sen. Kevin Van De Wege’s request to catch up and reminisce. “The vast majority of districts have regular turnover,” he said. From left are former Rep. Jim Buck of Joyce, Rep. Steve Tharinger of Port Townsend, Van De Wege of Port Angeles; former Sen. Jim Hargrove of Hoquiam, former Rep. Lynn Kessler of Hoquiam and Rep. Mike Chapman of Port Angeles.

A GROWING CONCERN: Give early bulbs a fond farewell

Mayday! Sunny spring seems to be finally progressing.… Continue reading