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Biodiversity is the vast variety of life on Earth from genes to species to ecosystems, resulting from 4 billion years of evolution, notes Eileen Stark, Pacific Northwest landscape designer and author … more
In addition to aging, I write humorous animal stories. Lately, folks in my pet-loving community have been asking for a column that incorporates critters. It’s been a while since Aging in Good … more
It was stunning, albeit unsurprising, to read that Trump had declared that there are only two genders, and that “trans” was to be removed from federal websites. But when my cousin … more
Recently I came across a presentation titled, “Healing With Love, Hopeful Wisdom For Difficult Times,” a conversation between Jack Kornfield and Trudy Goodman originally recorded at the … more
If you think you know what dedication looks like, think again. The wrestlers of our local high schools have just rewritten the playbook on what it means to chase a dream with everything you’ve … more
As the daughter of a woman in her 70s, I worry every day that someone might attempt to take advantage of her vulnerability. Never in my wildest dreams did I ever think that she should be wary of … more
In the Feb. 19 Leader, Marcia Kelbon presumed to feel “embarrassed on our collective behalf” about math and reading test scores in our state and county’s public schools. To … more
At this juncture, with regards to the phenomena of the waste stream we humans have created — as we burst at the seams — it seems we are called to think out of the box. … more
When you adopt a cat or a dog, you do so with the moral obligation to care for it. The same is true when you put out a bird feeder — at the very least you are responsible for not harming the … more
I’m sharing my favorite ways to use oranges, lemons, and limes. These recipes are simple, full of flavor, and guaranteed to inspire.   Orange and Kalamata Olive Chopped Salad … more
There was a very big response to our story last week about city government officials enacting new guidelines for the release of information. We saw a storm surge in what is an already robust amount … more
The development agreement (DA) between Port Ludlow Associates, (PLA), and Jefferson County expires on May 8.  On Thursday, Feb. 6, the Port Ludlow Village Council hosted a town hall meeting … more
What’s that handsome  guy on TV doing? Walking on water …on the surface of San Francisco Bay??? Then he nonchalantly walks over the Oakland hills.  Welcome to the … more
Last week, the City of Port Townsend rolled out new guidelines for releasing information to the media. The thousand-plus-word document, signed by Director of Communications & Marketing, … more
I am embarrassed on our collective behalf at the recent math and reading proficiency test scores of students in Washington State, including Jefferson County. Our children deserve better. The … more
I was surprised to learn the city is planning a paid parking system downtown. Did I miss a notice in the water bill or something? Was there any outreach to downtown businesspeople and others while … more
I find The Leader’s story on the background and history of the PDA 1.0 irresponsible and misleading. Much of the story was taken from a previous Leader story in 2020 that included baseless … more
There’s nothing unusual about a string of bizarre statements pouring out of the mouth of Donald J. Trump. But even those accustomed to his ramblings, lies and mythological constructs were not … more
When I was a babe in the woods of the news business, there were a couple of unspoken rules. One was that we didn’t swing back if someone hit us with smack-talk, including public officials. … more
During the 2020 presidential debates, Pete Buttigieg made a great point when he said politicians often tout a program or project because it’s the largest or most expensive of its kind rather … more
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