Jefferson County

Hilary Lewis of Olympia looks over a 36-inch jellyfish that washed up on the beach at Fort Worden last weekend. The jelly was identified as probably a Lions Mane jellyfish by Emilee Carpenter, aquarium specialist at the Port Townsend Marine Science Center. Such jellyfish can grow very large, she said Tuesday, adding that the color is accurate. (Steve Mullensky/for Peninsula Daily News)

Jellyfish washes ashore

Hilary Lewis of Olympia looks over a 36-inch jellyfish that washed up on the beach at Fort Worden last weekend. The jelly was identified as… Continue reading

Hilary Lewis of Olympia looks over a 36-inch jellyfish that washed up on the beach at Fort Worden last weekend. The jelly was identified as probably a Lions Mane jellyfish by Emilee Carpenter, aquarium specialist at the Port Townsend Marine Science Center. Such jellyfish can grow very large, she said Tuesday, adding that the color is accurate. (Steve Mullensky/for Peninsula Daily News)

Pre-Halloween activities, other entertainment set this weekend

Events leading to Monday’s Halloween Day are planned this weekend on the North Olympic Peninsula, as well as other entertainment. Halloween • Haunted Histories and… Continue reading

2nd UPDATE: More than 7,000 customers out of power across Peninsula

Customers lose power in Clallam, Jefferson counties

A power boat was driven onto rocks at Port Townsend Boat Haven after storm-driven winds whipped the bay into a frenzy of white caps about mid-day Tuesday. (Steve Mullensky/for Peninsula Daily News)

Boats run aground near Port Townsend Boat Haven

Stormy weather pushes vessels into rocks near shore

A power boat was driven onto rocks at Port Townsend Boat Haven after storm-driven winds whipped the bay into a frenzy of white caps about mid-day Tuesday. (Steve Mullensky/for Peninsula Daily News)

Pipe organ music to mark Halloween

Pipe organ music will celebrate Halloween this weekend in Port Townsend and Port Angeles. Pipe Screams is a Halloween pops concert featuring organists in costume… Continue reading

Kathy Durr, 70, left, and Charle Crocker, 69, both of Port Angeles, try their hands at carving jack-o-lanterns during a pumpkin carving workshop on Saturday at the Port Angeles Fine Arts Center. The workshop, which drew about 50 participants, was part of the center’s second annual Celebration of Shadows, a tribute to the season of Halloween. The event also included a mask-making workshop, a carved pumpkin contest, spooky walks and an outdoor movie. (Keith Thorpe/Peninsula Daily News)

Treats and terrors celebrate Halloween

Peninsula events include tours, shows and parades

Kathy Durr, 70, left, and Charle Crocker, 69, both of Port Angeles, try their hands at carving jack-o-lanterns during a pumpkin carving workshop on Saturday at the Port Angeles Fine Arts Center. The workshop, which drew about 50 participants, was part of the center’s second annual Celebration of Shadows, a tribute to the season of Halloween. The event also included a mask-making workshop, a carved pumpkin contest, spooky walks and an outdoor movie. (Keith Thorpe/Peninsula Daily News)

Uses for Port Townsend Golf Course land considered, including a golf course

Alternative concepts also under development

A pedestrian makes their way down West First Street as rain falls upon downtown Port Angeles on Tuesday. A return to seasonal wet weather has prompted county officials to end the annual summer burn ban that had been extended into fall because of exceptionally dry conditions. (Keith Thorpe/Peninsula Daily News)

Burn bans lifted on Peninsula

Wet weather forcast for foreseeable future

A pedestrian makes their way down West First Street as rain falls upon downtown Port Angeles on Tuesday. A return to seasonal wet weather has prompted county officials to end the annual summer burn ban that had been extended into fall because of exceptionally dry conditions. (Keith Thorpe/Peninsula Daily News)

In November, Peninsula COVD updates to be monthly

Disease now considered endemic

Vanessa Wade and her son enjoy the Chimacum Farmers Market earlier this season. Sunday is the last day before next summer. (David Conklin)

Last Chimacum Market of season on Sunday

Trick-or-treating, music to celebrate Halloween events

Vanessa Wade and her son enjoy the Chimacum Farmers Market earlier this season. Sunday is the last day before next summer. (David Conklin)

Orca lecture scheduled at Fort Flagler

Brad Hanson will present “Southern Resident Orcas” at 6 p.m. Saturday in the Fort Flagler Hospital, 10541 Flagler Road. Hanson, an ecologist… Continue reading

PAT NEAL: Lost in the throes of mushroom fever

THERE ARE FEW things more comforting than the sound of a heavy rain on the roof. It’s a message that tells us the forest fires… Continue reading

American Association of University Women seeking nominees

The Port Townsend branch of the American Association of University Women is seeking nominees for its 2022 Woman of Excellence Award. The… Continue reading

A woman and her dog stroll along a leaf-lined path at Kai Tai Lagoon in Port Townsend. Fall temperatures this week are expected to be in the mid to upper 50s with rain and wind likely in the forecast. (Steve Mullensky/for Peninsula Daily News)
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Autumn pathways

A woman and her dog stroll along a leaf-lined path at Kai Tai Lagoon in Port Townsend. Fall temperatures this week are expected to be… Continue reading

A woman and her dog stroll along a leaf-lined path at Kai Tai Lagoon in Port Townsend. Fall temperatures this week are expected to be in the mid to upper 50s with rain and wind likely in the forecast. (Steve Mullensky/for Peninsula Daily News)

COVID-19 emergency extended by board of Jefferson County commissioners

Jefferson County Commissioners voted to extend the county’s COVID-19 emergency declaration first issued in March 2020, citing the need for continued flexibility… Continue reading

No weekly flight operations scheduled

There will be no field carrier landing practice operations for aircraft stationed at Naval Air Station Whidbey Island Complex this week. There are… Continue reading

State Department of Natural Resources proposes forest lands set aside to store carbon

Webinar set on plan that includes Peninsula state trust lands

Urban sketchers to meet

The Port Townsend Urban Sketchers will sketch in Laurel Grove Cemetery at 10 a.m. Saturday. The group will meet inside the gate… Continue reading

Lisa Lynne, left, and Aryeh Frankfurter will perform at Concerts in the Woods in Coyle.

Celtic harpists to perform in Sequim, Coyle this weekend

Original music to be played at church and community center

Lisa Lynne, left, and Aryeh Frankfurter will perform at Concerts in the Woods in Coyle.

North Olympic Peninsula counties to view COVID measures

Clallam expected to rescind by Oct. 31; Jefferson considering extending emergency