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Vern Frykholm, who has made more than 500 appearances as George Washington since 2012, visits with Dave Spencer. Frykholm and 10 members of the New Dungeness Chapter, NSDAR, visited with about 30 veterans on Nov. 8, just ahead of Veterans Day. (New Dungeness Chapter DAR)

New Dungeness DAR visits veterans at senior facilities

Members of the New Dungeness Chapter, National Society Daughters of the American Revolution, visited three senior housing facilities to honor veterans who were… Continue reading

 

Officer testifies bullet lodged in car’s pillar

Witness says she heard gunfire at Port Angeles park

 

Peninsula lawmakers await budget

Gov. Ferguson to release supplemental plan this month

 

Christopher Thomsen, portraying Santa Claus, holds a corgi mix named Lizzie on Saturday at the Airport Garden Center in Port Angeles. All proceeds from the event were donated to the Peninsula Friends of Animals. (Dave Logan/for Peninsula Daily News)
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Santa Paws

Christopher Thomsen, portraying Santa Claus, holds a corgi mix named Lizzie on Saturday at the Airport Garden Center in Port Angeles. All proceeds from the… Continue reading

Christopher Thomsen, portraying Santa Claus, holds a corgi mix named Lizzie on Saturday at the Airport Garden Center in Port Angeles. All proceeds from the event were donated to the Peninsula Friends of Animals. (Dave Logan/for Peninsula Daily News)

As of Feb. 1, flying without a Real ID will come with a $45 fee at U.S. airports. Do you already have a Real ID?

As of Feb. 1, flying without a Real ID will come with a $45 fee at U.S. airports. Do you already have a Real ID?… Continue reading

  • Dec 2, 2025
Kendra Russo of Found and Foraged Fibers in Anacortes holds a mirror as Jayne Johnson of Sequim tries on a skirt during a craft fair on Saturday in Uptown Port Townsend. (Steve Mullensky/for Peninsula Daily News)
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Mirror image

Kendra Russo of Found and Foraged Fibers in Anacortes holds a mirror as Jayne Johnson of Sequim tries on a skirt during a craft fair… Continue reading

Kendra Russo of Found and Foraged Fibers in Anacortes holds a mirror as Jayne Johnson of Sequim tries on a skirt during a craft fair on Saturday in Uptown Port Townsend. (Steve Mullensky/for Peninsula Daily News)
The Festival of Trees event raised a record $181,000 through the Olympic Medical Center Foundation during Thanksgiving weekend events. (Dave Logan/for Peninsula Daily News)

Festival of Trees nets record-setting $181K

Dr. Mark Fischer honored with Littlejohn Award for contributions to healthcare

The Festival of Trees event raised a record $181,000 through the Olympic Medical Center Foundation during Thanksgiving weekend events. (Dave Logan/for Peninsula Daily News)

Jury selected in trial for attempted murder

Man allegedly shot car with 2 people inside

Should the U.S. government purchase ownership shares of private companies it deems essential to national security?

Should the U.S. government purchase ownership shares of private companies it deems essential to national security?… Continue reading

  • Dec 1, 2025
Jefferson Healthcare Medical Oncologist Dr. Jason Suh. Photo by Sarah Wright Photography

Jefferson Healthcare hosts prostate cancer screening and prevention forum Dec. 8

Free community event will feature dinner, expert speakers and guidance on prostate cancer screening

Jefferson Healthcare Medical Oncologist Dr. Jason Suh. Photo by Sarah Wright Photography
The 34-foot tree aglow with nearly 20,000 lights will adorn downtown Port Angeles throughout the holiday season. (Dave Logan/For Peninsula Daily News)
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O Christmas Tree

Tree lighting in downtown Port Angeles

The 34-foot tree aglow with nearly 20,000 lights will adorn downtown Port Angeles throughout the holiday season. (Dave Logan/For Peninsula Daily News)

Should the president of Israel pardon Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for corruption charges?

Should the president of Israel pardon Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for corruption charges?… Continue reading

  • Nov 30, 2025
Bob and Pam Aunspach were early shoppers during Black Friday at Swain’s as Bob got a sought-after griddle in his cart. Early morning shoppers were able to peruse the aisles beginning at 8 a.m. (Dave Logan/for Peninsula Daily News)
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Black Friday shopping

Bob and Pam Aunspach were early shoppers during Black Friday at Swain’s as Bob got a sought-after griddle in his cart. Early morning shoppers were… Continue reading

Bob and Pam Aunspach were early shoppers during Black Friday at Swain’s as Bob got a sought-after griddle in his cart. Early morning shoppers were able to peruse the aisles beginning at 8 a.m. (Dave Logan/for Peninsula Daily News)
Bob and Lindi Lumens reopened Northwest Fudge & Confections in downtown Port Angeles earlier this month after a flood last January forced a nine-month closure. (Dave Logan/for Peninsula Daily News)

Downtown Port Angeles candy store reopens after flood forced closure

Damaged areas rebuilt in nine-month effort

Bob and Lindi Lumens reopened Northwest Fudge & Confections in downtown Port Angeles earlier this month after a flood last January forced a nine-month closure. (Dave Logan/for Peninsula Daily News)

LETTER: Change bridge law

We have a critical Hood Canal Bridge problem. We make doctors’ appointments, airport travel, daily commutes and other appointments weeks, sometimes months, in advance, only… Continue reading

LETTER: OMC transparency

Despite publicly committing to transparency and accountability, the Olympic Medical Center’s board of commissioners has once again deployed devious tactics and undermined public trust in… Continue reading

LETTER: RV ordinance

Our county commission will make our housing crisis even worse if it passes a new RV use ordinance. Since early 2020, it has recognized that… 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, 101.7 FM in… Continue reading

Should immigration be paused from what the president calls “Third World countries”?

Should immigration be paused from what the president calls "Third World countries"?… Continue reading

  • Nov 28, 2025
The 35th Festival of Trees had its Gala Opening on Tuesday outside the Vern Burton Community Center in Port Angeles. The Port Angeles City Ballet performed the history of the Nutcracker Ballet through narration and dance inside LED-lighted Christmas ornaments. (Dave Logan/for Peninsula Daily News)
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Nutcracker history

The 35th Festival of Trees had its Gala Opening on Tuesday outside the Vern Burton Community Center in Port Angeles. The Port Angeles City Ballet… Continue reading

The 35th Festival of Trees had its Gala Opening on Tuesday outside the Vern Burton Community Center in Port Angeles. The Port Angeles City Ballet performed the history of the Nutcracker Ballet through narration and dance inside LED-lighted Christmas ornaments. (Dave Logan/for Peninsula Daily News)