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The upcoming Presidential election is about far more than the future of our ever-evolving democracy.
Due to America’s outsized influence on outcomes worldwide, the next election will …
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By Jason Serinus
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10/9/24
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This April 7, 1924 cartoon references a speech given by William Borah, a Republican Senator from Idaho, after a speech about corruption in government in general and campaign contributions in …
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10/9/24
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Raymond Eugene Hunter, aged 85, passed away on September 27, 2024, in Discovery Bay, Washington. Born on June 28, 1939, in Port Townsend, Washington, Ray led a life marked by dedication to his …
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10/7/24
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SEEKING A FULL OR PART-TIME DENTAL HYGIENIST
Benefits include PTO/sick pay, medical, matching IRA, competitive pay, and covered continuing education costs. Hours available Monday through Friday …
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10/3/24
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In a town known for unusual events, this might be the quirkiest.
The Great Port Townsend Bay Kinetic Skulpture (with a “k”) Race, back with a culinary theme, will be held …
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By Kirk Boxleitner
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10/2/24
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Following a multiagency response and seizure of 130 cats in Brinnon last week, the Center Valley Animal Rescue has received “overwhelming community support,” as staff and volunteers work …
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By Mallory Kruml
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10/2/24
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A suspect in the drive by shooting incident at Port Townsend’s Nor’West apartments on Sept. 20 is in custody, according to Port Townsend Police Department Deputy …
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By James Robinson
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10/2/24
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An ethics complaint filed against Port Townsend Mayor David Faber continues to make its procedural journey, with another round of responses due to Phil Olbrechts, the …
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By James Robinson
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10/2/24
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Winter crabbing season opened Oct. 1 in the Port Townsend area, giving local crabbers another opportunity to harvest the region’s coveted Dungeness crabs.
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By James Robinson
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10/2/24
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Ferry fares Increase Oct. 1
On Oct. 1 ferry riders saw a 4.25% general fare increase for passengers and vehicles, with the new rates set by the Washington State Transportation Commission (WSTC) …
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Leader staff
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10/2/24
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A city of Port Townsend police officer works the scene of a four-car collision near the intersection of Water and Adams streets. According to Deputy Chief Jeff Thaxton, at about 12 p.m. on Sept. 30, …
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10/2/24
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With much of the southeastern side of the country grappling with an unprecedented range of catastrophic damage and a high number of deaths from Hurricane Helene, it’s …
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By James Robinson
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10/2/24
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Hundreds of public schools across Washington are located in areas where they could suffer damage in a major earthquake. But more than a decade after the state set out to evaluate school seismic …
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By Emily Keller-O’Donnell
WASHINGTON STATE STANDARD
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10/2/24
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This fall, Friends of Fort Worden will make their biggest habitat restoration planting ever, putting over 2,000 native trees and shrubs in the ground.
Clear-cutting …
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By Jon Hall
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10/2/24
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It’s easy to grasp the visible expansion of Jefferson Healthcare on Sheridan Street and to understand that it benefits the community. We are a bit isolated here on the peninsula, and having …
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By Meredith Jordan
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10/2/24
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The opinion piece “Moving forward with a shared vision” about the Port Townsend Food Co-op Board claims objectivity but skews the narrative, devaluing the Co-op Board without giving them …
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10/2/24
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An allegation has moved forward against our mayor alleging that he conspired with an “activist group” to keep anti-trans activists from entering a city council meeting.
In the words …
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10/2/24
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Volunteers say Mayor David Faber’s plan to build high density housing on Golf Park acres, which will require reconfiguring the golf course and eliminating the driving range, will hurt the Golf …
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By Fred Obee
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10/2/24
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