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Port of Port Townsend project administrator Natalie Toews, left, Washington Recreation and Conservation Office Outdoor Grants Manager Brian Carpenter, Jefferson County Commissioner Heidi Eisenhour, Port of Port Townsend commissioners Carol Hasse and Pam Petranek and Port Executive Director Eron Berg cut the ribbon at the new Gardiner boat ramp and ADA-compliant boat launch on Discovery Bay. (Paula Hunt/Peninsula Daily News)

Port of Port Townsend cuts ribbon at Gardiner boat launch

New ramp, floating dock provide access to Discovery Bay

Port of Port Townsend project administrator Natalie Toews, left, Washington Recreation and Conservation Office Outdoor Grants Manager Brian Carpenter, Jefferson County Commissioner Heidi Eisenhour, Port of Port Townsend commissioners Carol Hasse and Pam Petranek and Port Executive Director Eron Berg cut the ribbon at the new Gardiner boat ramp and ADA-compliant boat launch on Discovery Bay. (Paula Hunt/Peninsula Daily News)

Have you or a family member ever sought medical treatment for a fertility issue?

Have you or a family member ever sought medical treatment for a fertility issue? While we are experiencing technical difficulties, look for the poll to… Continue reading

  • Oct 16, 2025

Port of Port Angeles to focus on capital improvements in ’26

Major infrastructure project is mostly covered with grants

What local races are you most interested in for this election?

What local races are you most interested in for this election? While we are experiencing technical difficulties, look for the poll to pop up in… Continue reading

  • Oct 15, 2025
Scuba divers Shawn Augustine, left, Chris Van Damme and Jackie Selbitschka, all with Reef Check, an international non-governmental organization dedicated to the conservation of two ecosystems — tropical coral reefs and temperate kelp forests — place instruments recovered from a buoy in a bucket of water on Tuesday to keep them wet until the data can be downloaded. The data contains information on the salinity, Ph, dissolved oxygen and temperature of the kelp in the 50-degree water of the Salish Sea. (Steve Mullensky/for Peninsula Daily News)
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Scientific data

Scuba divers Shawn Augustine, left, Chris Van Damme and Jackie Selbitschka, all with Reef Check, an international non-governmental organization dedicated to the conservation of two… Continue reading

Scuba divers Shawn Augustine, left, Chris Van Damme and Jackie Selbitschka, all with Reef Check, an international non-governmental organization dedicated to the conservation of two ecosystems — tropical coral reefs and temperate kelp forests — place instruments recovered from a buoy in a bucket of water on Tuesday to keep them wet until the data can be downloaded. The data contains information on the salinity, Ph, dissolved oxygen and temperature of the kelp in the 50-degree water of the Salish Sea. (Steve Mullensky/for Peninsula Daily News)

Port of Port Angeles candidates highlight stability

Burke, McAleer discuss job-creation efforts

Should social media companies use a ratings system, like tv and movies, to regulate content for users?

Should social media companies use a ratings system, like tv and movies, to regulate content for users? While we are experiencing technical difficulties, look for… Continue reading

  • Oct 14, 2025
Klahhane Ridge, as seen from Port Angeles, had a good dusting of snow on Monday. Fall temperatures on the Peninsula were expected to be in the mid-50s this week while overnight lows were expected to dip into the upper 30s. (Dave Logan/for Peninsula Daily News)
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Snow-covered ridge

Klahhane Ridge, as seen from Port Angeles, had a good dusting of snow on Monday. Fall temperatures on the Peninsula were expected to be in… Continue reading

Klahhane Ridge, as seen from Port Angeles, had a good dusting of snow on Monday. Fall temperatures on the Peninsula were expected to be in the mid-50s this week while overnight lows were expected to dip into the upper 30s. (Dave Logan/for Peninsula Daily News)
Musician, comic and storyteller Ahamefule J. Oluo will bring their show "The Things Around Us" to Field Arts & Events Hall on Thursday. (Alex Dugan)

Stand-up comic, musician to give solo performance at Field Hall

Life is messy, absurd and beautiful. Such is the message of “The Things Around Us,” a solo performance on Thursday by Ahamefule… Continue reading

Musician, comic and storyteller Ahamefule J. Oluo will bring their show "The Things Around Us" to Field Arts & Events Hall on Thursday. (Alex Dugan)

AREA SPORTS BRIEFS: Salt Creek 24 seeks volunteers

There is still time to sign up for the Salt Creek 24 race to be held Oct. 25-26 at the Salt Creek… Continue reading

Do you think the war in the Gaza Strip is over?

Do you think the war in the Gaza Strip is over? While we are experiencing technical difficulties, look for the poll to pop up in… Continue reading

  • Oct 13, 2025
Pictured here is the “The Morning Crew”, a group of guys that have been members of the YMCA of Port Angeles for over 40 years and have been coming to play racquetball together. Photo courtesy Olympic Peninsula YMCA. Pictured here is the “The Morning Crew”, a group of guys that have been members of the YMCA of Port Angeles for over 40 years and have been coming to play racquetball together. Photo courtesy Olympic Peninsula YMCA.

Unlock health, wellness and community connection at the Olympic Peninsula YMCA

“Fall into fitness” with a Y membership and kick-start your wellness goals

Pictured here is the “The Morning Crew”, a group of guys that have been members of the YMCA of Port Angeles for over 40 years and have been coming to play racquetball together. Photo courtesy Olympic Peninsula YMCA. Pictured here is the “The Morning Crew”, a group of guys that have been members of the YMCA of Port Angeles for over 40 years and have been coming to play racquetball together. Photo courtesy Olympic Peninsula YMCA.
First Fed’s 2025 Proudly PNW Photo Contest drew nearly a thousand entries from community members across Western Washington. Courtesy First Fed

Winning Moments: PNW Photo Contest captures local beauty and talent

From misty mountains to dynamic coastal wildlife, the Pacific Northwest’s natural splendor takes center stage in the winning images of First Fed’s 2025 Proudly PNW… Continue reading

First Fed’s 2025 Proudly PNW Photo Contest drew nearly a thousand entries from community members across Western Washington. Courtesy First Fed

Do you use energy drinks?

Do you use energy drinks? While we are experiencing technical difficulties, look for the poll to pop up in your browser window. Thank you for… Continue reading

  • Oct 12, 2025

Olympic Medical Center back in compliance with CMS

Acceptance comes after several visits this year

A GROWING CONCERN: Fall chores abound for Peninsula gardeners

BOY, IT IS getting darker way too early and that has its own problems because I’ve got a big list of October jobs for you… Continue reading

LETTER: Challenge hate speech

The death of Charlie Kirk is more than disconcerting, it’s heartbreaking. I was stunned, saddened and deeply shaken. But what followed was even more disturbing:… Continue reading

LETTER: Destruction of Democracy

Donald Trump campaigned things that he has failed to deliver and, in some cases, twisted to his own devices. The war in Ukraine is not… Continue reading

LETTER: Dystopian novel

It would be hard to imagine George Orwell or Franz Kafka writing a more dystopian novel then the state of American politics under Donald J.… Continue reading

LETTER: Washington’s words

Robert Strong’s column, “George Washington’s worries are coming true” (PDN, Sept. 20-21) was a great summary of Washington’s Farewell Address. The author mentions Washington’s view… Continue reading