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Business owners and employees often park on the hill on Washington Street, unable to find parking near their business.
Starting in May, drivers to see fees for on-street parking in downtown PT
    Paid parking is on its way to the streets of downtown Port Townsend.  On Feb. 10, city officials, including Public Works Director Steve King and Police Chief Thomas … more
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Port Townsend City Hall
City cracks down on press access after salary story
    The way information flows from Port Townsend to the news media was abruptly changed on Feb. 6, a day after The Leader published a story about the salary and pay package of … more
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The iconic Lombardy poplar trees lining the south side of Sims Way are slated to be removed this spring.
Poplar trees’ removal set for spring
    The highly contested removal of the iconic Lombardy poplar trees lining the south side of Sims Way, near the entrance to downtown Port Townsend, is slated to begin this … more
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Swing by Fort Worden’s Building 201, and you’ll find the Puget Sound Coast Artillery Museum staffed by volunteers such as Les Jones during its open hours, operating out of what was originally one of the fort’s 1904 barracks.
Museum keeps military history alive at Fort Worden
By Kirk Boxleitner   Like any faithful military member, the Puget Sound Coast Artillery Museum is holding down the fort — in this case, Fort Worden Historical State Park. … more
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The Feb. 12, 1910, front page of the Port townsend Daily Leader.
This Week in History: Feb. 7-14
The following short items have been culled from the archives of The Leader and the University of Washington library. Text and style appear verbatim from the original printing, including any errors. … more
Port Townsend City Manager John Mauro
City manager up for raise pending city council review
    John Mauro, Port Townsend’s city manager since 2019 and the highest paid manager in the state for a city this size, could be in line for a pay raise following the city … more
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This photo shows the property on Marrowstone Island where the Jefferson Land Trust hopes to establish a green cemetery.
Land trust eyes Marrowstone Island property for green cemetery
    The Jefferson Land Trust, a nonprofit organization focused on protecting local landscapes, has filed a conditional use permit application to build a green cemetery on a … more
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People opposed to rezoning part of Camas Prairie Golf Park for residential use stand at the back of a crowded Port Townsend City Council chambers during a public hearing on updates to the comprehensive plan Monday, Feb. 3.
Golf park rezone delayed for at least one year
    The Port Townsend City Council approved changes to the comprehensive plan on Monday, Feb. 3, that didn’t include a potential rezoning of the golf course. It came after a … more
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Then-Fort Worden PDA Executive Director Dave Robison, right, and Todd Gubler, general manager, stand for a photo on June 9, 2015, at Fort Worden State Park, 13 months after Robison took the helm of the PDA.
Tracing the source of the Fort Worden PDA’s financial problems
This two-story package provides an overview of actions taken by management of the Fort Worden Public Development Authority under its first two administrations.The PDA was led in its early years by … more
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Richard Moors of Sound Drilling LLC operates a 145 Volvo excavator near the intersection of Water Street and E Sims Way in Port Townsend on Monday, Feb. 3, during work to replace sewer lines.
Briefs: Councilman acquires Evergreen Fitness; SR 20 roadwork near PT terminal 
Councilman acquires Evergreen Fitness To bring more fitness opportunities to residents of the Port Townsend area, city council member Neil Nelson recently purchased Evergreen Fitness, taking … more
Food Co-op employees to vote on unionizing Feb. 19
    Employees of the Food Co-op in Port Townsend will have the opportunity to vote on whether to unionize. The U.S. National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) posted a notice of … more
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Police Log
The Port Townsend Police Department responded to a total of 206 calls from Jan. 24-31.   Jan. 24: During the morning hours, officers conducted 5 traffic stops, primarily in school … more
River Sorensen, 18, of Quilcene, left, speaks with Jaymie Fowler, supportive housing program lead at OlyCAP, while filling out a point-in-time count survey on Thursday, Jan. 30, at the Dove House Recovery Cafe in Port Townsend. Sorensen, who regularly travels to Port Townsend for community, work and services, said he is on the verge of homelessness and that his living situation is “complicated.”
OlyCAP conducts annual point-in-time count of homeless people
    Olympic Community Action Programs (OlyCAP) is concluding its annual Point in Time (PIT) count in Jefferson County to determine the number of people experiencing homelessness, … more
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Barcy Fisher, left, and Patti Buckland hold their certificate of appreciation while posing for a photo.
Fisher, Buckland named Marrowstone citizens of the year
    The Marrowstone Island Community Association has named Barcy Fisher and Patti Buckland as its two Citizens of the Year for 2024, for their “passionate vision and … more
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Douglas, Hamburg named to dean’s lists
Melody Douglas and Gavin Hamburg, both of Port Townsend, have been named to the fall 2024 dean’s lists at their respective universities. Douglas is a senior majoring in cinematic arts at … more
Robert Schentrup, a member of Alliance for Gun Responsibility, was among those who shared stories during a press conference on Jan. 21 in Olympia.
Permit to purchase firearms proposed in legislation
    A proposal to require a permit to purchase any firearm is the latest gun legislation to be introduced in this year’s Legislature. “I think a lot of people … more
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Immigrant groups from across Washington brought their monarch butterfly cutouts during a rally in Olympia, Jan. 30. Monarch butterflies, a symbol of migration and resilience, are a source of pride for Mexico. The butterflies migrate annually to Mexico.
Hundreds rally for undocumented immigrant protections in Olympia
    More than 500 people braved the cold with their monarch butterfly signs – symbols of immigration, freedom, and movement – to support undocumented immigrant rights … more
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These hard-working animals are part of Olympic Trail Goats owned by John Smith. The herd of roughly 90 animals was seen earlier this month off of Four Corners Road in Port Townsend. The self-described shepherd delivers the goats to nosh on overgrown brush, shrubs and invasive plants, an environmentally friendly, sustainable alternative to traditional clearing methods, including for clients like the Jefferson County Public Utility District.
PHOTO: Grass-gobblers
Commissioners pick site for new pool
The Jefferson County Board of Commissioners has selected a Chimacum School District property in Port Hadlock as the preferred site for a new aquatic recreation facility.  The decision, made … more
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Centrum has committed to providing housing and food to its program clients in the wake of the shutdown of Fort Worden Hospitality.
Centrum steps up after Fort Worden Hospitality falters
    There is good news for people who need to plan ahead in order to enjoy Fiddle Tunes, Jazz Port Townsend, Acoustic Blues and other events put on by Centrum at Fort Worden. … more
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