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Friday, April 26, 2024
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“Top Readers” in Read to Feed this year were first-grader Easton Benedict (Andrew and Hillary of Port Townsend), preschool student Emma Allen (Derek and Eris of Chimacum) and kindergarten student Holland Bare (Travis and Katie of Sequim).
Students at New Day Learning Academy wrap up Read to Feed project
Students at New Day Learning Academy participated in the annual Read to Feed campaign for a month, raising funds by reading to make a difference this year in their own communities.   At the … more
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Olivia Nivison
Port Townsend Yacht Club names scholarship winners
The Port Townsend Yacht Club is awarding six scholarships this year, the club has announced. The scholarships, totaling $7,500, were given to people pursuing studies in boat building, marine … more
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Quilcene graduate Shelby Love.
Quilcene’s student president graduates amid a flood of memories | Class of 2022
On the top of her graduation cap, there was a photo of her father, Tim, giving Shelby Love a huge bear hug. Surrounded by three gold butterflies, the message in gold letters above the photo said, … more
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Eryn Grace Munn, one of the school’s co-valedictorians, speaks during commencement.
Quilcene gym lit by the glow of two dozen stars | Class of 2022
Bunnies and magic, mixed with tears and cheers. The Quilcene community came together Saturday to celebrate the 24 graduating seniors of the Class of 2022 in a gymnasium packed with parents, … more
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Jefferson Clemente Course starting soon
The Jefferson Clemente Course is relaunching this month with a free 11-week college course that explores the theme of metamorphosis through art and literature from ancient to contemporary … more
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Greg Reseck
Celebration planned for longtime teacher Greg Reseck
Greg Reseck of Cedarbrook Adventist Christian School is retiring after 38 years of teaching, and a celebration is being planned to honor him for guiding many students through their learning years. … more
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Deadline nears for Rotary scholarships 
Graduating seniors from Chimacum and Quilcene high schools can apply to the East Jefferson Rotary Club for scholarships for either vocational training or college-bound studies.  The club has … more
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Northwest School of Wooden Boatbuilding presents two workshops in June
Washington Sea Grant, the Northwest School of Wooden Boatbuilding and Washington State University Jefferson County Extension are cosponsoring two workshops for commercial fishermen and recreational … more
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Peninsula College adjusts COVID policy as class starts
Peninsula College has announced that COVID vaccinations are not needed for students to attend in-person classes. The college said it is no longer requiring students to be vaccinated, or have an … more
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Jefferson County OKs contract with Seattle Aquarium
A new study will get a bit of kelp from Jefferson County.  The Jefferson County Board of County Commissioners approved a $24,800 agreement Monday with the Seattle Aquarium that will use … more
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PT resident graduates cum laude
Eleanor Ann Moller of Port Townsend has graduated cum laude from Linfield University with a bachelor of science in nursing. Honors are determined once a student's final grades have been … more
Fond farewells
Quilcene graduating senior Kaydence Yeoman shares a hug while passing out flowers during Quilcene High’s graduation ceremony Saturday. Commencement was held Saturday for Chimacum and Quilcene … more
Brinnon School District gets perfect state audit
The Brinnon School District has passed its audit with the Washington State Auditor’s Office with flying colors. The state released its review of the district Feb. 9, and the assessment audit … more
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Online fundraiser launched for Blue Heron dance
A GoFundMe fundraiser has been started to help pay for the annual eighth-grade dinner and dance at Blue Heron Middle School. The fundraiser was recently launched after a local parent stepped up to … more
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Quilcene to hire interim district superintendent
The Quilcene School Board has voted to extend to a job offer to Ron Moag to   take over as the school district’s interim superintendent. Moag has accepted the position, current … more
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New member joins Port Townsend School Board
The Port Townsend School Board appointed Simon Little to a vacant position on the board at its last meeting. The decision came after the board interviewed three applicants for the post, … more
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Fifth-grader Brayden Tuttle holds up his team’s salmon avatar, decorated with an eagle and a tutu.
Chimacum Elementary students enjoy salmon-themed field day
As part of the final week of activities to close out the school year, students from Chimacum Elementary School gathered outside for the Olympic Salmon Salmon Olympics. Looking to bring a fun and … more
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Chimacum School District on final year of deficit spending
The Chimacum School District has been operating on a budget deficit for the last three years with excess funds to cover the difference, but this will be the last year it can do so before those … more
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Information nights planned for Running Start
Peninsula College will host a series of Running Start Information Nights in Port Townsend, Port Angeles, Forks, and via Zoom during February, March, and April this year. Organizers of the events … more
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Members of AAUW of Port Townsend gathered to honor Caroline Schimke for her work on the AAUW Chimacum Creek Literacy Project.
Honoring a literacy superstar
Members of the American Association of University Women Port Townsend gathered last week to honor Caroline Schimke (third from left) for her four years of service leading the AAUW Chimacum Creek … more
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