Jefferson County

Frank Arey of Port Hadlock rubs his uncle Stephen R Lopeman’s name that is etched in the three-quarter scale Vietnam Veterans Memorial on display at Jefferson County International Airport until 2 p.m. Sunday. Lopeman, a 1968 Port Townsend High School graduate, died in Vietnam in 1969. (Steve Mullensky/for Peninsula Daily News)
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Vietnam Memorial

Frank Arey of Port Hadlock rubs his uncle Stephen R Lopeman’s name that is etched in the three-quarter scale Vietnam Veterans Memorial on display at… Continue reading

Frank Arey of Port Hadlock rubs his uncle Stephen R Lopeman’s name that is etched in the three-quarter scale Vietnam Veterans Memorial on display at Jefferson County International Airport until 2 p.m. Sunday. Lopeman, a 1968 Port Townsend High School graduate, died in Vietnam in 1969. (Steve Mullensky/for Peninsula Daily News)
“Olive Baboon & Baby” by Peter Koronakos was among the stars of last year’s “Small Expressions” show at the Northwind Art gallery in Port Townsend. The 2025 exhibition is open for entries.

‘Small Expressions’ show in Port Townsend open for art submissions

Artists working in all media are invited to enter their creations in “Small Expressions,” Northwind Art’s big show of small works. “The… Continue reading

“Olive Baboon & Baby” by Peter Koronakos was among the stars of last year’s “Small Expressions” show at the Northwind Art gallery in Port Townsend. The 2025 exhibition is open for entries.

Improv, Forever Twilight scheduled this weekend

An improv performance, the Forever Twilight Festival and the Great Strait Sale along state Highway 112 highlight this weekend’s events on the North Olympic Peninsula.… Continue reading

Jefferson County to ask for center proposals

Contracts would be set by end of year

Port of Port Townsend planning $56M in projects over five years

Agency preparing to upgrade electric grid at boat yard

Lightning-caused fire burning west of Quilcene

A lightning-caused wildfire is burning in a remote area of the Buckhorn Wilderness in Olympic National Forest. U.S. Forest Service fire managers located… Continue reading

Siblings Grace and Ben Thompson own Kodama Farm and Food Forest. (Deja View Photography)

Jefferson County farm tour set this weekend

Organizers focus on access for all

Siblings Grace and Ben Thompson own Kodama Farm and Food Forest. (Deja View Photography)

PAT NEAL: Getting the fall chores done

AUTUMN IS A beautiful time to enjoy the Olympic Peninsula. The changing colors of the leaves in the lowlands beneath a dusting of fresh snow… Continue reading

Teaching artist Jodi Ericksen will lead “Now We Create: Dementia, Art and Community,” a five-week class for people with memory loss along with their caregivers. (Diane Urbani/Northwind Art)

Five-week art class for people with memory loss

The nonprofit Northwind Art School invites people with memory loss, along with their caregivers, to a five-week program at Fort Worden State… Continue reading

Teaching artist Jodi Ericksen will lead “Now We Create: Dementia, Art and Community,” a five-week class for people with memory loss along with their caregivers. (Diane Urbani/Northwind Art)

McKay to perform Saturday at Rainshadow Recording

Nellie McKay will perform at 7:30 p.m. Saturday at Rainshadow Recording in Building 315 at Fort Worden State Park, 200 Battery Way,… Continue reading

Quilcene Lantern to host electronic music concert

Dub Sound System will present “Interdimensional Pachanga Mash-Up” from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday. David Bonobo will host the electronic music concert… Continue reading

Schneiderman to play during Rainshadow Concerts series

Stephanie Schneiderman and her band will perform during the Rainshadow Concerts series at 7:30 p.m. Friday. The concert will be at Rainshadow… Continue reading

Weekly flight operations scheduled

There will be field carrier landing practice operations for aircraft stationed at Naval Air Station Whidbey Island Complex for the week. There will… Continue reading

EYE ON BUSINESS: This week’s meetings

Breakfast meetings with networking and educational programs are held Tuesdays at 7:30 a.m. at Joshua’s Restaurant, 113 DelGuzzi Drive… 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

Veterans memorial meant for healing

Area soldiers lost in Vietnam names displayed

From out of the fog in Port Townsend Bay on Thursday morning, the 97-year-old yacht Blue Peter passes by spectators who lined the pier at the entrance to Point Hudson Marina. Harbormasters, lower right, are ready to guide the 96-foot vessel to its place at the dock in preparation of the opening of the 47th Wooden Boat Festival, which opens today. The festival will run until Sunday afternoon. (Steve Mullensky/for Peninsula Daily News)
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Boats arrive

From out of the fog in Port Townsend Bay on Thursday morning, the 97-year-old yacht Blue Peter passes by spectators who lined the pier at… Continue reading

From out of the fog in Port Townsend Bay on Thursday morning, the 97-year-old yacht Blue Peter passes by spectators who lined the pier at the entrance to Point Hudson Marina. Harbormasters, lower right, are ready to guide the 96-foot vessel to its place at the dock in preparation of the opening of the 47th Wooden Boat Festival, which opens today. The festival will run until Sunday afternoon. (Steve Mullensky/for Peninsula Daily News)

Art exhibits, music festival set this weekend

Art showcases, music festivals and a one-woman play highlight this weekend’s events on the North Olympic Peninsula. • The First Friday Art Walk will celebrate… Continue reading

"Michael and Damian" will screen Sept. 19 as a part of the Port Townsend Film Festival.

Documentary follows unhoused man in PT

Film to be shown at festival Sept. 19

"Michael and Damian" will screen Sept. 19 as a part of the Port Townsend Film Festival.
Susan Martin Spar’s paintings will be on exhibit during the Second Saturday Art Walk in Port Townsend this weekend.

Exhibitions to be on display during First Saturday Art Walk

A variety of artwork will be on view during the First Saturday Art Walk in Port Townsend this weekend. The monthly event… Continue reading

Susan Martin Spar’s paintings will be on exhibit during the Second Saturday Art Walk in Port Townsend this weekend.