Jefferson County

State parks entry free today

Visitors can enter state parks for free today. This is the final free day of the year in state parks. Visitors do not need a… Continue reading

Volunteers Anita Schmucker and Judy Robinett are among the veteran crew members who served hundreds of takeout Thanksgiving meals at the Tri-Area Community Center on Thursday. (Diane Urbani de la Paz/Peninsula Daily News)
Volunteers Anita Schmucker and Judy Robinett are among the veteran crew members who served hundreds of takeout Thanksgiving meals at the Tri-Area Community Center on Thursday. (Diane Urbani de la Paz/Peninsula Daily News)

All lanes of Highway 101 near Kalaloch reopened

KALALOCH – All lanes of U.S. Highway 101 near Kalaloch have been reopened after culverts were replaced with large concrete bridges. On Monday, crews reopened… Continue reading

Crystie Kisler of Finnriver Farm & Cidery in Chimacum is creating a “gratitude walk,” a short stroll dotted with messages that give thanks for the land and waters surrounding the place. The walk is open to the public this weekend. (Diane Urbani de la Paz/Peninsula Daily News)

Finnriver offers soup and gratitude

Verse, art and apples mark special walk this weekend

Crystie Kisler of Finnriver Farm & Cidery in Chimacum is creating a “gratitude walk,” a short stroll dotted with messages that give thanks for the land and waters surrounding the place. The walk is open to the public this weekend. (Diane Urbani de la Paz/Peninsula Daily News)

Flood damage assessed in Whatcom County as more storms forecast

Damages from flooding last week in Whatcom County could reach as high as $50 million, officials said, as forecasters warn… Continue reading

Forest Service Christmas tree permits on sale

The U.S. Forest Service is selling Christmas tree permits valid through Friday, Dec. 31. Each $5 permit allows the holder to cut a… Continue reading

Health officials urge caution over Thanksgiving holiday

No new cases reported in long-term care facilities on Peninsula

Peninsula businesses gear up for holidays

Many offer specials over Thanksgiving weekend

Port Townsend Ballet teacher Krystal Kennedy shows student Soleil Robinson, 6, her toe shoes after class Tuesday afternoon. In the PTB’s “The Nutcracker” next week, Kennedy will dance the roles of the Snow Queen and Dew Drop Fairy. (Diane Urbani de la Paz/Peninsula Daily News)

‘The Nutcracker,’ winter classes in store

Performances at Wheeler Theater set in December

Port Townsend Ballet teacher Krystal Kennedy shows student Soleil Robinson, 6, her toe shoes after class Tuesday afternoon. In the PTB’s “The Nutcracker” next week, Kennedy will dance the roles of the Snow Queen and Dew Drop Fairy. (Diane Urbani de la Paz/Peninsula Daily News)

COVID-19 death reported in Jefferson County

Septuagenarian vaccinated but without booster, had underlying issues

PAT NEAL: Things could be worse

We’ve heard a lot about supply chain problems lately. It’s nothing new to people who hunt, fish and gather wild crops to augment their food… Continue reading

Mike and Ester De Weese of Sequim help each other wrap a tree branch in Christmas lights on Nov. 13 by 1st Security Bank. (Matthew Nash/Olympic Peninsula News Group)
Mike and Ester De Weese of Sequim help each other wrap a tree branch in Christmas lights on Nov. 13 by 1st Security Bank. (Matthew Nash/Olympic Peninsula News Group)

Quilcene bond to be on February ballot

Measure would fund school replacement

Urban Sketchers to meet Saturday in Port Townsend

The Port Townsend Urban Sketchers will sketch at the Makers Market at noon Saturday. The group will meet at its booth outside… Continue reading

Production issues delay Sunday newspapers

Due to production issues, home delivery of some of Sunday’s print editions of Peninsula Daily News may be delayed until Monday in Clallam and Jefferson… Continue reading

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Wearing my nice, dry gloves while preparing to prune with my orchard saw and good pruners — vital components as the next several months are the perfect time to prune. They make wonderful gifts.

A GROWING CONCERN: Checking the gardener’s wish list

So the rains are definitely continuing. The frost again descended upon us and the ice skating rink in Port Angeles is up and running. Go… Continue reading

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Wearing my nice, dry gloves while preparing to prune with my orchard saw and good pruners — vital components as the next several months are the perfect time to prune. They make wonderful gifts.