Clallam County

Forks wreck sends 8-year-old to Seattle hospital

As of Saturday, the boy was no longer listed as a patient at Harborview Medical Center.

HELP LINE: Senior citizens are not the problem

The Baby Boomers could be part of the solution.

LETTER: A Ron Richards vote profits all citizens

The Clallam commissioner candidate, in addition to having a well-rounded background, will tackle issues affecting our quality of life.

LETTER: Congressman Kilmer trying to light a fire under Congress

The representative has put forth a bill that would require lawmakers to put forth a long-term budget or not get paid. Period.

LETTER: Don’t vote for Donald Trump this election

The Republican presidential candidate has made a mockery of American values and our political system.

LETTER: I trust Ron Richards with my future

The Clallam commissioner candidate is much more independent and free of ties than Randy Johnson purports to be.

LETTER: Reject demagoguery and vote for Bill Bryant

The Republican candidate for governor has shown courage in rejecting the fear-mongering of Trumpism.

LETTER: Vote Jill Stein/Green Party as an alternative to two-party platform

Big-money and corporate interests profit by ignorance and apathy.

LETTER: Vote Ron Richards to balance out Clallam commissioners

We need someone who understands our fishing industry and can handle issues brought up by the county treasurer.

Port Angeles pickle maker Betsy Wharton works in her Clallam Canning Co. kitchen. (Diane Urbani de la Paz)

Pickle products to make a ‘Splash’ at Sequim Farmers Market

Mrs. Vinegar, aka Betsy Wharton of the Clallam Canning Co., is taking a field trip to the market next Saturday, Oct. 8.

Port Angeles pickle maker Betsy Wharton works in her Clallam Canning Co. kitchen. (Diane Urbani de la Paz)
Sequim veterinarian wins environmental award

Sequim veterinarian wins environmental award

Dr. Pete Schroeder was given the Eleanor Stopps Award for helping to protect the marine environment of the Salish Sea.

Sequim veterinarian wins environmental award
State Legislature hopefuls disagree on school funding, other issues at forum

State Legislature hopefuls disagree on school funding, other issues at forum

While both men said funding public schools is a priority, they disagreed on ways to provide the money.

State Legislature hopefuls disagree on school funding, other issues at forum
Members of the Clallam County Search and Rescue team, Clallam County Fire District No. 3 and U.S.Border Patrol work together to bring an injured hiker off a trail. (Sgt. Lyman Moores/Clallam County Sheriff’s Office)

Three agencies work to rescue injured hiker

Reed Finrock of Sequim had tripped, pulled his hamstring and was unable to walk out on his own, the Clallam Sheriff’s Office said.

Members of the Clallam County Search and Rescue team, Clallam County Fire District No. 3 and U.S.Border Patrol work together to bring an injured hiker off a trail. (Sgt. Lyman Moores/Clallam County Sheriff’s Office)
Sequim police dog Chase calls it a career

Sequim police dog Chase calls it a career

The police chief said he anticipates donations will pay for a new canine.

Sequim police dog Chase calls it a career
Communication is biggest lesson from mass-rescue drill near Port Angeles

Communication is biggest lesson from mass-rescue drill near Port Angeles

The Coast Guard worked with local agencies and Canadian first responders to simulate rescuing 60 people from the Strait of Juan de Fuca.

Communication is biggest lesson from mass-rescue drill near Port Angeles
Clallam treasurer raises spending, personnel concerns

Clallam treasurer raises spending, personnel concerns

County commissioners suggest executive session as appropriate venue

Clallam treasurer raises spending, personnel concerns

Port of Port Angeles gets green light from state to move ahead with $2 million washdown facility

State Environmental Policy Act review comes to determination of non-significance.

Staff with the North Olympic Salmon Coalition anticipate The 3 Crabs Nearshore and Estuarine Restoration Project to be complete by November, which includes a new bridge over Meadowbrook Creek.

3 Crabs restoration project set for November completion

The North Olympic Salmon Coalition says a project to restore habitat and improve ecological functions in the 3 Crabs Road area is on schedule for a November completion.

Staff with the North Olympic Salmon Coalition anticipate The 3 Crabs Nearshore and Estuarine Restoration Project to be complete by November, which includes a new bridge over Meadowbrook Creek.

County treasurer to discuss ‘real problem’ today

The focus will be on financial operations and security policy, changes to veterans assistance policy and budgeting and spending processes.