Scott Kimmel, owner of Port Townsend’s New Day Fisheries, says COVID-19 has caused his lutefisk operation to take a nosedive. But the pandemic isn’t solely to blame for a downward … more

Nominations are now being accepted for the Jefferson County Community Leadership awards. The Chamber of Jefferson County will host the annual awards event on Saturday, May 15 via Zoom, the online … more

For some, wedding rings are just bands of gold and don’t have to be personalized. But for others, they want bands that are “theirs” — something that no one else … more

Black, Indigneous and People of Color (BIPOC) who are looking to become involved with the farmers market can now apply to receive start-up funds in the amount of $250 to $1,000. Jefferson County … more

For 60 years the Hoglund family has served as Port Townsend’s pre-eminent purveyors of pills, powders and other potions to palliate their loyal patrons. Those days are numbered though, as … more

Annie and Tom Mullen now share ownership in The Port Townsend-Jefferson County Leader with their son, Lloyd and his wife, Karen. Born in Sioux City, Iowa, Tom Mullen carried papers there when he … more

Even after becoming a father and leaving the epicenter of a California metropolis to return to the comparatively quiet streets of Port Townsend, Sam Rezendes hasn’t lost his edge. He’s … more

The latest round of governmental restrictions on businesses, gatherings, and events meant to combat the spread of COVID-19 will remain in place through Christmas and into next month at least. Gov. … more

COVID can’t cancel Christmas. And although the customs surrounding the most wonderful time of the year may look a little different in 2020, the decorations are sticking around. To that … more

It’s going to stay a family affair. Jim and Gail Oldroyd have been the shepherds for the Commander’s Beach House at Point Hudson for more than two decades. But now the couple says they … more