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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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On a recent trip my family and I visited Port Townsend to enjoy the abundant beauty, rich history and varied experiences the area has to offer. Our itinerary included touring museums, …
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10/2/24
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In response to the Leader Food Bank article last week, I would say the Quilcene Food Bank Project has been DE-energized by the Executive Director Patricia Hennesey and Executive Board …
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10/2/24
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For the second year in a row Bill Mann has disparaged the PT Film Festival without even attending any of the movies. He particularly criticized two films just from reading the synopsis, …
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10/2/24
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I have never swum in the PT pool.
I have never played golf on the PT golf course (or anywhere else).
I’ve never had the Coast Guard rescue me from a boat, nor have I …
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10/2/24
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If you’re thinking you’d like to be a part of one of the most popular and fun events in Port
Townsend, now’s your chance. Most of the current board members are …
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10/2/24
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Theo Howard would have better served the public by using his letter to the editor to assure the public that he has no financial conflicts of interest with Mayor Faber. Theo should have …
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10/2/24
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Where do you go to see two Porsche 356s, two vintage Chevy Corvettes, one Ford GT, a Mercedes Benz SL, and a Porsche 911 Cabriolet? The East Jefferson Rotary car show last Saturday in the parking …
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By Ned Luce
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10/2/24
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Has this happened to you, PT resident? I’m betting yes.
Let’s call it the “Too Not Live” crew effect.
We’d driven 100 miles from …
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By Bill Mann
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10/2/24
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On Sept. 20 we lost a giant of Washington state politics. Former Gov. Dan Evans leaves a rich legacy that warrants reflection. Dan’s story inspires me, and his influence …
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By Nate Nehring
Washington State Standard
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10/2/24
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One of the key features of Washington’s Climate Commitment Act is a Natural Climate Solutions Account, an efficient and effective way to channel funds collected from carbon polluters into …
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By John Talberth, Ph.D
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9/25/24
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The fate of Washington’s cap-and-trade law, the Climate Commitment Act (CCA), will be decided by voters this November. Proponents of the law often claim that repealing the CCA would …
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By Nick Smith
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9/25/24
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Thanks to our community for sending us their comments and questions over the past few weeks. We appreciate hearing from all of you. Many of you had questions regarding the removal of a …
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9/25/24
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How do you stay safe around deer? I have walked safely for 30 years with dogs in Port Townsend. Deer are very afraid of dogs, even on leash. And a barking dog, even on leash, terrifies them. So …
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9/25/24
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I’d like to thank Erik Dolson for his letter (“Complexities of Journalism”) published in the Sept. 4 edition of The Leader. It’s an excellent primer on the …
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9/25/24
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Regarding the “Golf Park housing plan no threat to Camas Prairie” perspective by Mayor David Faber in last week’s edition, I have one question for Mr. Faber: What …
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9/25/24
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Yet another plea from Mayor David Faber in the Sept. 18 Leader to explain why houses on the golf course are good for Port Townsend. This, in spite of the resounding rejection of that idea …
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9/25/24
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