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Forty-five and more years ago, Port Townsend was like Cannery Row.
Decently-paid, productive jobs were available. There were more fishing boats and fewer puke-er boats in the harbor.
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1/26/23
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Those of us who have been here a long time (I served on the city council from 1981-83 and as mayor from 1983-93) do not only see the beauty of this place, we fought to protect it.
Citizens, …
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1/26/23
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An octopus has nine brains. An octopus has three hearts. An octopus has both short and long term memory. An octopus can solve unique puzzles using contemplative thought. An octopus receives no …
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1/26/23
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The U.N. has declared that “Housing is a human right.” But for far too many working individuals, families, people with disabilities, and seniors living on a fixed income, the lack of …
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1/26/23
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Many Democrats in leadership positions have spoken out against the violence and the intentions of Bolsonaro’s supporters storming Brazil’s key federal buildings yesterday.
However, …
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1/26/23
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I strongly support East Jefferson Fire Rescue’s ballot measures to increase funding for fire and emergency services.
I was in my first term on city council when we last voted to increase the …
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1/20/23
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Port Townsend, Brinnon, Quilcene, and Chimacum school districts are pleased to recognize the service of our elected school board members. These 20 dedicated volunteers work diligently to oversee our …
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1/20/23
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Recently The Leader had an outstanding article about the shelters which are built by Community Build. The reporter identified these shelters as tiny houses. I would like to clarify that there are …
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1/20/23
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The Port Townsend Food Bank is blessed to be located in the Mountain View Commons for many reasons. One of the best parts of our location is the amazing crew from the parks and facilities. Brenda, …
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1/13/23
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This letter is regarding the levy for our East Jefferson Fire Rescue (EJFR).
I believe this levy (composed of two propositions) must be passed for the following reasons:
One: EJFR has not …
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1/13/23
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Students at Chimacum High School/Middle School want (need) after-school tutoring in math, writing, science, social studies, and more.
Sessions will be Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2:20 …
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1/12/23
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A few years ago, I was appointed to the board of the East Jefferson Fire Rescue when it was undergoing a transition to having members from specific districts, as opposed to at-large. I served …
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1/12/23
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Let’s talk more reasonably about the large city-owned property bordered by San Juan, F, Walker, and Blaine streets, Shall we?
For thousands of years this area was probably an important …
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1/11/23
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In last week’s letter to the editor titled “Golf course benefits entire community” the author concludes by asking, “There is only one skate park, would we take that out as not …
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1/11/23
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Thanks to a friend who offered to teach me golf at the Port Townsend Golf Course and a $45 set of used golf clubs, I’ve found a new, healthy, affordable, and fun way to exercise as an older …
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1/11/23
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The city continues to prejudice the community against the golf course even in their invitation to an open house saying it was the community’s desire to explore different uses for the golf …
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Time is fast running out for you and your neighbors to stop the city council (your employees) from spending yet more of your tax dollars to destroy the last open space in your city center.
All …
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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 …
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1/1/23
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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, …
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1/1/23
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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 …
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12/30/22
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