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In colors the fields dress up in the Spring;  In colors, are the little birds that come from afar... translation of Mexican folk song, “De Colores” The merry month of May … more
You want disillusionment? Work at a major daily.  I’ve been a newspaper columnist for more years than some of you have been here. And part of the job — maybe the most attractive … more
During Port Townsend’s State of the City event earlier this month, city manager John Mauro and mayor David Faber urged citizens to explore EngagePT (cityofpt.us/engagept), the city of Port … more
Jefferson County Soccer Club provides a shining example throughout the region. As the end of the year approaches, I would like to express my appreciation for the sportsmanship of the coaches, … more
If you visited the Wooden Boat Festival this fall, you may have seen some beautiful bouquets decorating the multitude of boats there, and if your boat was in the festival, you may have met some of … more
Ned Luce Yes, read on, for this is another edition of current news and ignorable drivel from the geography south of QFC (the one in Port Hadlock), revealing but a few of the exciting and … more
I am writing in support of a resounding “yes” on the upcoming vote for a levy lid lift for East Jefferson Fire Rescue.  These vital, hard-working professionals are telling us that … more
In the Oct. 5 edition there was front-page coverage of Mr. Blake Fox’s guilty plea for murder. It’s personal for me. The Leader also provided front-page coverage regarding my son’s … more
By Tracy Grisman Special to the Leader   I’ve been trying to stay positive about life these days. As things seem to be falling apart at the seams, I turn my attention toward … more
A thank-you and congratulations to our Port Townsend Booster Sisters on your 30th year of bringing joy to many of us during the holidays.  We thank each and everyone of you for your visits, … more
This past weekend was the reunion celebration of a sensitively unnamed number of years since BJ graduated from DePauw University in Greencastle, Indiana.  She flew to Indianapolis to join … more
After the years of the pandemic school closures, Olympic Mountain Pet Pals is happy to report that Read to Rover is back with weekly sessions at Chimacum Creek Primary and Salish Coast second-grade … more
There have been several recent letters extolling Greg Brotherton’s achievements in his first term as a county commissioner. None have mentioned Brotherton’s approval of property tax … more
Last week was a sad week for Pittsburgh’s ardent football fans.  The author of the iconic “Immaculate Reception,” the last play in the Steelers’ football game against … more
“If a tree dies, plant another in its place.” – Carl Linnaeus Plants have a predictable life span. Virtually all of a plant’s cells, tissues, and organs age and eventually … more
A couple of years ago, just prior to relocating from Seattle, I learned about the Community Build’s project to build shelters and villages for homeless people here. I participated in the … more
A couple years ago, the Incredible Mrs. Cadorette and I decided to go for a hike in the Darrington area. It was a lovely late spring day. The trail, following alongside the Boulder River, was green … more
By Heidi Eisenhour District 2 Jefferson County commissioner   In the first week of February, Jefferson County completed one of the final steps in preserving 951 acres of complex, … more
Close to 400 people attended the recent EV Expo, hosted by the Chamber of Jefferson County. Attendees got a first-hand look at over a dozen different electric vehicles (EVs). The event was a great … more
If you need to see a couple of miracles, you might look us up. Last week, we went to six events, each with somewhere between 20 and 100 people.   One event had attendees safely scattered … more
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