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Would you approve of an American analytics company taking over an algorithm for an international social media application to avoid a nationwide ban?

Would you approve of an American analytics company taking over an algorithm for an international social media application to avoid a nationwide ban?… Continue reading

  • Sep 22, 2025

Should Washington state allocate money for health programs to replace funding lost in federal cuts?

Should Washington state allocate money for health programs to replace funding lost in federal cuts?… Continue reading

  • Sep 21, 2025

A GROWING CONCERN: Fall for beautiful autumn foliage

HERE WE ARE, but a couple of days from the start of autumn! But I want to continue to tip the aesthetic gauge in favor… Continue reading

LETTER: Herd animals

We watch a lot of documentaries about nature and animals on PBS and I’m constantly amazed at how ignorant I am about so many things.… Continue reading

LETTER: No violence

Some will say I am not realistic or simply naive. I firmly decry the shooting of Charlie Kirk. I strongly disagreed with his political views,… Continue reading

LETTER:No hate for ICE

We all should be aware that the National Guard is made up of our neighbors sons, and daughters. ICE agents are our neighbors, as well.… Continue reading

Murder trial date moved

Delay awaiting results of lab analysis

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

Will Congress be able to make a deal and avoid a government shutdown Oct. 1?

Will Congress be able to make a deal and avoid a government shutdown Oct. 1?… Continue reading

  • Sep 19, 2025

Hospital working to fix policies

Firm helps simplify OMC’s procedures

Do you believe government pressure to remove a tv show or host violates the right to free speech?

Do you believe government pressure to remove a tv show or host violates the right to free speech?… Continue reading

  • Sep 18, 2025
Connie Segal of Port Townsend spray paints a graphic by local artist Timbul Cahyono on the crosswalk at Taylor and Water streets in downtown Port Townsend on Wednesday. The graphics are outside the Port Townsend Film Festival’s temporary lounge on the corner and make for a light-hearted entrance to the festival, which will host its Opening Night gala tonight. Films will be screened from Friday through Sunday at various locations. (Steve Mullensky/for Peninsula Daily News)
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And … action!

Connie Segal of Port Townsend spray paints a graphic by local artist Timbul Cahyono on the crosswalk at Taylor and Water streets in downtown Port… Continue reading

Connie Segal of Port Townsend spray paints a graphic by local artist Timbul Cahyono on the crosswalk at Taylor and Water streets in downtown Port Townsend on Wednesday. The graphics are outside the Port Townsend Film Festival’s temporary lounge on the corner and make for a light-hearted entrance to the festival, which will host its Opening Night gala tonight. Films will be screened from Friday through Sunday at various locations. (Steve Mullensky/for Peninsula Daily News)

Clallam Transit to search for GM

Firm to help board recruit candidates for top position

Would you support a free universal childcare program in this state?

Would you support a free universal childcare program in this state?… Continue reading

  • Sep 17, 2025
Schelle Fitzpatrick, left, explains her experience in Olympic Medical Center’s nursing residency program as the hospital’s Chief Nursing Officer Vickie Swanson and Director of Education and Organizational Professional Development look on. Since 2017, 132 nurse graduates have gone through the program, which provides clinical experience, mentoring and support. (Keith Thorpe/Peninsula Daily News)

Nurse residency program key for Olympic Medical Center

More than 130 have graduated from 2-year stint since 2017

Schelle Fitzpatrick, left, explains her experience in Olympic Medical Center’s nursing residency program as the hospital’s Chief Nursing Officer Vickie Swanson and Director of Education and Organizational Professional Development look on. Since 2017, 132 nurse graduates have gone through the program, which provides clinical experience, mentoring and support. (Keith Thorpe/Peninsula Daily News)
Cal Raleigh is congratulated by his teammates after hitting two home runs Tuesday night against Kansas City, tying him with Ken Griffey Jr. for the most home runs in a season by a Mariner. (Getty Images)

SEATTLE MARINERS: Cal Raleigh ties Ken Griffey Jr. with 55th, 56th home runs

Just two days after tying Mickey Mantle for the most home runs in a single season by a switch hitter (54),… Continue reading

Cal Raleigh is congratulated by his teammates after hitting two home runs Tuesday night against Kansas City, tying him with Ken Griffey Jr. for the most home runs in a season by a Mariner. (Getty Images)

Should Artificial Intelligence be used in schools?

Should Artificial Intelligence be used in schools?… Continue reading

  • Sep 16, 2025
First Fed team members volunteer in Sequim during Community Spirit Day 2024. Courtesy First Fed

First Fed expands Community Spirit Day into a month of service

Building on a century-long legacy of community support, First Fed took its commitment to the next level in June 2024 by closing its branches for… Continue reading

First Fed team members volunteer in Sequim during Community Spirit Day 2024. Courtesy First Fed
Curt Queyrouze.

First Fed hires new executive

Queyrouze will start as CEO on Wednesday

Curt Queyrouze.
Lyle Baird, 1, seems to be telling his mom, Jaimie, of Port Townsend, that he wants a particular cherry tomato from the vine at Shy Acre Farm in Port Townsend while on the 23rd annual Jefferson County Farm Tour on Saturday. Shy Acre Farm was one of 15 around the county on the tour. (Steve Mullensky/for Peninsula Daily News)
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That’s the one

Lyle Baird, 1, seems to be telling his mom, Jaimie, of Port Townsend, that he wants a particular cherry tomato from the vine at Shy… Continue reading

Lyle Baird, 1, seems to be telling his mom, Jaimie, of Port Townsend, that he wants a particular cherry tomato from the vine at Shy Acre Farm in Port Townsend while on the 23rd annual Jefferson County Farm Tour on Saturday. Shy Acre Farm was one of 15 around the county on the tour. (Steve Mullensky/for Peninsula Daily News)