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As the daughter of a woman in her 70s, I worry every day that someone might attempt to take advantage of her vulnerability. Never in my wildest dreams did I ever think that she should be wary of …
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By Kathleen Boyd
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2/26/25
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In the Feb. 19 Leader, Marcia Kelbon presumed to feel “embarrassed on our collective behalf” about math and reading test scores in our state and county’s public schools.
To …
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By Brian MacKenzie
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2/26/25
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At this juncture, with regards to the phenomena of the waste stream we humans have created — as we burst at the seams — it seems we are called to think out of the box.
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By Tracy Grisman
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2/19/25
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When you adopt a cat or a dog, you do so with the moral obligation to care for it. The same is true when you put out a bird feeder — at the very least you are responsible for not harming the …
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By Scott Doggett
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2/19/25
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I’m sharing my favorite ways to use oranges, lemons, and limes. These recipes are simple, full of flavor, and guaranteed to inspire.
Orange and Kalamata Olive Chopped Salad
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By Sidonie Maroon
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2/19/25
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There was a very big response to our story last week about city government officials enacting new guidelines for the release of information. We saw a storm surge in what is an already robust amount …
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By Meredith Jordan
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2/19/25
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The development agreement (DA) between Port Ludlow Associates, (PLA), and Jefferson County expires on May 8.
On Thursday, Feb. 6, the Port Ludlow Village Council hosted a town hall meeting …
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By Ned Luce
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2/19/25
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What’s that handsome guy on TV doing? Walking on water …on the surface of San Francisco Bay???
Then he nonchalantly walks over the Oakland hills.
Welcome to the …
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By Bill Mann
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2/19/25
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Last week, the City of Port Townsend rolled out new guidelines for releasing information to the media.
The thousand-plus-word document, signed by Director of Communications & Marketing, …
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By Lloyd Mullen
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2/19/25
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I am embarrassed on our collective behalf at the recent math and reading proficiency test scores of students in Washington State, including Jefferson County. Our children deserve better.
The …
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By Marcia Kelbon
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2/19/25
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I was surprised to learn the city is planning a paid parking system downtown. Did I miss a notice in the water bill or something? Was there any outreach to downtown businesspeople and others while …
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By Barney Burke
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2/19/25
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I find The Leader’s story on the background and history of the PDA 1.0 irresponsible and misleading. Much of the story was taken from a previous Leader story in 2020 that included baseless …
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By Dave Robison
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2/19/25
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There’s nothing unusual about a string of bizarre statements pouring out of the mouth of Donald J. Trump. But even those accustomed to his ramblings, lies and mythological constructs were not …
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By Jason Victor Serinus
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2/12/25
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When I was a babe in the woods of the news business, there were a couple of unspoken rules. One was that we didn’t swing back if someone hit us with smack-talk, including public officials. …
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By Meredith Jordan
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2/12/25
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During the 2020 presidential debates, Pete Buttigieg made a great point when he said politicians often tout a program or project because it’s the largest or most expensive of its kind rather …
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By Barney Burke
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2/12/25
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From jogging to slogging, speed walking to a slower but steady stride, I’ve aged into a reasonable exercise program. Along the way, I’ve had a few minor mishaps like stumbling over tree …
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By Carole Marshall
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2/12/25
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On Jan. 20, Donald Trump was sworn in as the 47th president of our country. As anticipated, there has been a flurry of executive orders and legislative actions that may impact hospitals and clinics …
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By Mike Glenn
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2/12/25
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A recent column in The Leader suggested in positive light that the DOGE-ing happening on a federal level might well be replicated here in Washington, and that it would be a good thing. Given the …
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By Karen Sullivan
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2/12/25
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Planning is underway for a new pool and recreation center in the heart of East Jefferson County, and your thoughts and feedback are needed.
The non-profit JeffCo Aquatic Coalition (JAC) …
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By Diane McDade
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2/5/25
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Port Townsend is many things. A time capsule of architecture, a vibrant arts community, all wrapped in some of the most breathtaking scenery one could hope for. We are all of those things. While they …
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By Jake Beattie
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2/5/25
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