More candidates file to run for public office

Fifty-nine people running in Clallam, Jefferson counties

 

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A road roller from Northwest Asphalt compacts the dirt on Tyler Street in Uptown Port Townsend on Monday. The asphalt work may be finished by Wednesday to allow for striping so the street will be open in time for Saturday's Farmers Market.

New road rolling

A road roller from Northwest Asphalt compacts the dirt on Tyler Street in Uptown Port Townsend on Monday. The asphalt work may be finished by… Continue reading

 

Port Angeles Waterfront District aims for downtown improvements

Executive director working on becoming a Main Street Community

 

Upper Hoh Road to reopen

Ribbon-cutting ceremony set Thursday

Some of the 90 sailboats in the annual 2025 Race to the Strait, from Shilshole to Port Townsend, depart Sunday on the homeward leg of the two-day race. The racers come to Port Townsend to spend the night before leaving on a downwind run home. (Steve Mullensky/for Peninsula Daily News)

Race to the Strait

Some of the 90 sailboats in the annual 2025 Race to the Strait, from Shilshole to Port Townsend, depart Sunday on the homeward leg of… Continue reading

Some of the 90 sailboats in the annual 2025 Race to the Strait, from Shilshole to Port Townsend, depart Sunday on the homeward leg of the two-day race. The racers come to Port Townsend to spend the night before leaving on a downwind run home. (Steve Mullensky/for Peninsula Daily News)

Electronic equipment recycling event set for Saturday

Olympic Kiwanis, in partnership with Friendly Earth International Recycling, will host an electronics recycling collection from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday.… Continue reading

Medicaid program cuts could have ‘devastating’ impacts

Healthcare leaders say hospital services may be dropped

Two to be awarded scholarships at annual fundraiser

Feiro Marine Life Center will award scholarships to two Sequim students at its Making Waves Gala and Auction on Friday. The annual… Continue reading

Hopefuls file for public office

Forty-four people sign up for races in two counties

Participants in Monday’s missing and murdered indigenous people (MMIP) march wore red and walked from the Elwha Klallam Heritage Center to the Port Angeles Gateway Transit Center. (Elijah Sussman/Peninsula Daily News)

March honors missing indigenous people

Member of state cold case unit addresses crowd

Participants in Monday’s missing and murdered indigenous people (MMIP) march wore red and walked from the Elwha Klallam Heritage Center to the Port Angeles Gateway Transit Center. (Elijah Sussman/Peninsula Daily News)

Motorcycle rider dies in crash north of Brinnon

A motorcycle rider died after he collided with the truck in front of him as the driver was attempting a U-turn on U.S.… Continue reading

UPDATED: Hood Canal Bridge reopens after mechanical issue

The Hood Canal Bridge has reopened to traffic following a mechanical issue, the state Department of Transportation reported. The bridge reopened at 9:26… Continue reading

No flights scheduled for this week

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

Sequim High School freshman Sebastian Greimes sits outside during a lunch break. He opposes a total ban on cell phones as he feels it could “be more harmful than helpful” as some students need to communicate with parents or their workplace. Sequim School District leaders plan to send out a survey in June asking families and school staffers their thoughts on cell phone usage in schools. (Matthew Nash/Olympic Peninsula News Group)

Sequim schools to survey phone use

District to seek input on learning impact

Sequim High School freshman Sebastian Greimes sits outside during a lunch break. He opposes a total ban on cell phones as he feels it could “be more harmful than helpful” as some students need to communicate with parents or their workplace. Sequim School District leaders plan to send out a survey in June asking families and school staffers their thoughts on cell phone usage in schools. (Matthew Nash/Olympic Peninsula News Group)
Clallam County Community Service Awards winners, from left, are Karolyn Burdick, John Burdick, Sherrilyn Phillips, Paul Forrest and Heidi Simpson. (Emily Matthiessen/Olympic Peninsula News Group)

Five individuals awarded for community service

Three youths to be recognized next year

Clallam County Community Service Awards winners, from left, are Karolyn Burdick, John Burdick, Sherrilyn Phillips, Paul Forrest and Heidi Simpson. (Emily Matthiessen/Olympic Peninsula News Group)
Matt Butler performs for about 70 incarcerated people in the visiting room at Clallam Bay Corrections Center on Thursday afternoon. (Elijah Sussman/Peninsula Daily News)

Singer-songwriter plays concert at prison

Incarcerated concertgoers express appreciation

Matt Butler performs for about 70 incarcerated people in the visiting room at Clallam Bay Corrections Center on Thursday afternoon. (Elijah Sussman/Peninsula Daily News)
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Special ed, rent cap sent to governor

Peninsula included in legislative session

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Water main to be replaced in Sequim

The city of Sequim will begin to replace a water main under Fourth Avenue on Monday. Crews from Earthwork Solutions, Lakeside Industries, Rainbow… Continue reading

Manuel Sanchez, with MTZ Installs of Pasco, lays soft, foam tiles in the landing area of the JUMP playground area of HJ Carroll Park in Port Hadlock as part of phase two of new equipment and safety upgrades. (Steve Mullensky/for Peninsula Daily News)

New playground equipment

Manuel Sanchez, with MTZ Installs of Pasco, lays soft, foam tiles in the landing area of the JUMP playground area of HJ Carroll Park in… Continue reading

Manuel Sanchez, with MTZ Installs of Pasco, lays soft, foam tiles in the landing area of the JUMP playground area of HJ Carroll Park in Port Hadlock as part of phase two of new equipment and safety upgrades. (Steve Mullensky/for Peninsula Daily News)