Jefferson County

Burn bans go into effect early

Hot, dry weather moves date ahead

EYE ON BUSINESS: This week’s meetings

In-person meeting Tuesday at 7:30 a.m. at Joshua’s Restaurant, 113 Del Guzzi Drive (off U.S. Highway 101). This week… Continue reading

Keith Thorpe/Peninsula Daily News Xander Sivo, 6, left, and Matthew Taber, 4, both of Port Angeles, play in the water of Port Angeles Harbor at Ediz Hook in Port Angeles on Saturday, With temperatures creeping into the 90s across much of the North Olympic Peninsula, many people are seeking relief from the heat, which is expected to last at least through Monday.

Heat breaks records

Peninsula expected to cool Monday night

Keith Thorpe/Peninsula Daily News Xander Sivo, 6, left, and Matthew Taber, 4, both of Port Angeles, play in the water of Port Angeles Harbor at Ediz Hook in Port Angeles on Saturday, With temperatures creeping into the 90s across much of the North Olympic Peninsula, many people are seeking relief from the heat, which is expected to last at least through Monday.
Photo by Katharyn Rivers Cutline: Congratulations to PA’s high school equestrian team for winning medals at the WAHSET State Finals held last weekend in Moses Lake. Sara Holland, left, won the bronze while Sydney Hutton’s high score gained her first place and the gold medal in Hunt Seat Equitation over fences. Amelia Kinney, right, triumphed over all with a first place time of 3.89 that helped her bring home the gold in Breakaway roping.

HORSEPLAY: Port Angeles equestrians place at state finals

SUMMER FUN, BLUE skies, green pastures and long days of sun are finally upon us. It’s certainly a favorite time of the year for most… Continue reading

Photo by Katharyn Rivers Cutline: Congratulations to PA’s high school equestrian team for winning medals at the WAHSET State Finals held last weekend in Moses Lake. Sara Holland, left, won the bronze while Sydney Hutton’s high score gained her first place and the gold medal in Hunt Seat Equitation over fences. Amelia Kinney, right, triumphed over all with a first place time of 3.89 that helped her bring home the gold in Breakaway roping.
Gathering by Pamela Raine is among the works in the online group show, "Celebrate."

Ludlow Art League celebrates

The Port Ludlow Art League offers celebration in its online group show in July, while honoring its featured artists, Carol Nielsen and… Continue reading

Gathering by Pamela Raine is among the works in the online group show, "Celebrate."

OUR VIEW: Public needs outbreak information

THE DANGEROUS GAMMA variant of COVID-19 was brought into Clallam County apparently by an anti-vaxxer Johnny Appleseed who traveled out of the county without getting… Continue reading

Port Townsend walk-by exhibit features textile artists

La Connor show includes Peninsula art

Roy Walker of Port Townsend stays close to shore as he launches his kayak from North Beach County Park on Wednesday morning. Hugging the shore and staying mindful of wind and weather changes are crucial, emergency responders say. Diane Urbani de la Paz/Peninsula Daily News

Summer’s heat brings its own weather-related predicaments

Fire chief: Keep an eye on conditions

Roy Walker of Port Townsend stays close to shore as he launches his kayak from North Beach County Park on Wednesday morning. Hugging the shore and staying mindful of wind and weather changes are crucial, emergency responders say. Diane Urbani de la Paz/Peninsula Daily News

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, 101.7 fm in… Continue reading

Where to cool off

Facilities open on Peninsula this weekend

EYE ON JEFFERSON: County to review COVID-19 emergency response

The three Jefferson County commissioners will discuss the county’s COVID-19 emergency response policy when they meet at 9 a.m. Monday. To join the meeting go… Continue reading

Freezers stocked with COVID-19 vaccine

Peninsula health officials eye reopening on Wednesday

Kayakers Ray Hebert, left, and his wife, Gail Hebert, both of Port Angeles, get ready for a paddle on Dungeness Bay north of Sequim from Cline Spit County Park last week before a heat wave began on the North Olympic Peninsula. (Keith Thorpe/Peninsula Daily News)

Temperature rising on Peninsula

Facilities open for cooling off

Kayakers Ray Hebert, left, and his wife, Gail Hebert, both of Port Angeles, get ready for a paddle on Dungeness Bay north of Sequim from Cline Spit County Park last week before a heat wave began on the North Olympic Peninsula. (Keith Thorpe/Peninsula Daily News)

Alleged boat thief taken into custody

Coast Guard: No explosives found on board despite threat

Gov. Jay Inslee extends state eviction ban to Sept. 30

Jefferson County Fairgrounds among those affected

Folksinger John McCutcheon will give a live concert Sunday on the streaming platform Mandolin to benefit community radio stations including KPTZ-FM 91.9. (Photo by Irene Young)

Music and community: Folksinger mixes both Sunday

Concert to be live-streamed

Folksinger John McCutcheon will give a live concert Sunday on the streaming platform Mandolin to benefit community radio stations including KPTZ-FM 91.9. (Photo by Irene Young)
Commander Donald Emmerson, left, receives the Meritorious Service Medal from Rear Admiral Brad Collins, commander of Navy Region Northwest, during Naval Magazine Indian Island’s Change of Command ceremony on Thursday. Emmerson’s role of commanding officer is now filled by Commander Andrew Crouse. (Zach Jablonski/Peninsula Daily News)

Naval Magazine Indian Island has new commanding officer

Andrew Crouse says installation has a ‘rich history’

Commander Donald Emmerson, left, receives the Meritorious Service Medal from Rear Admiral Brad Collins, commander of Navy Region Northwest, during Naval Magazine Indian Island’s Change of Command ceremony on Thursday. Emmerson’s role of commanding officer is now filled by Commander Andrew Crouse. (Zach Jablonski/Peninsula Daily News)
Douglas Francisco brings his band, the Shaky Barbers, to Marrowstone Vineyards' outdoor stage Saturday evening. photo courtesy of Douglas Francisco

Outdoor music returns to Marrowstone Island

Saturday evening shows include jazz, blues

Douglas Francisco brings his band, the Shaky Barbers, to Marrowstone Vineyards' outdoor stage Saturday evening. photo courtesy of Douglas Francisco

Smilemobile in Chimacum for two more days

The Smilemobile — provider of dental care for babies, children, teenagers and adults — has extended its stay at the Tri-Area Community Center,… Continue reading

Katherine McGuire, left, and Jae Dvorak are among the students who've partaken in Joey Pipia's theater programs. Pipia will offer theater day camps for adults, teens and children this summer. photo courtesy of Joey Pipia

Theater camps open for adults, kids, teens

Pipia: GoFundMe campaign saved Chameleon

Katherine McGuire, left, and Jae Dvorak are among the students who've partaken in Joey Pipia's theater programs. Pipia will offer theater day camps for adults, teens and children this summer. photo courtesy of Joey Pipia