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I cannot believe the audacity of Marcia Kelbon to scold Democratic voters in our area after the November election. Apparently this is when we’re supposed to all self-reflect and …
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12/18/24
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Boots were lined up, coats were down from the closet, hats and gloves piled on the hall table. Outside, the blustery New England weather added to the excitement of the day. The kids had all hoped for …
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12/18/24
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On Labor Day 2022, I witnessed the police barricade a section of downtown Port Townsend. I was shocked and dismayed. Since then, I have sought to understand why my town is unable to talk …
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12/18/24
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I am one hundred percent opposed to the new hotel proposed for the Sanderling site. This is a project that brings absolutely no benefit to residents, only financial benefit to developers …
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12/18/24
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I have periodically invited readers to send me personal feedback about our coverage and our role in the community. The most recent missive generated a heartening response — thank you — …
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By Meredith Jordan
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12/11/24
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As required by state law, Jefferson County Republicans will hold its biennial organizational meeting on Dec. 14 at Church United in Port Hadlock. There the 23 elected precinct committee officers …
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By David Morris
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12/11/24
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I am curious if Mr. Dies actually contacted the Co-op to get their input on why Cameron Jones was removed from their board. As far as I know, “hate speech” was not listed as …
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12/11/24
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Your political cartoon criticizing Washington State Ferries is...just everyday grumbling about ‘government’? There’s no news article that it is related to. Ferries …
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12/11/24
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Arg! First time seeing the “new and improved” Leader
Not good, in my opinion....trying to be a cross between NYT and CNN? (my two favorites, but...)
The classified …
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12/11/24
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When first asked to pen a column for the Leader to provide some balance from the conservative side, I had two initial reactions. First, was I conservative enough to fulfill this goal? I just finished …
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By Marcia Kelbon
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12/11/24
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Flying somewhere for Christmas? Many of you will, but not me. Not in the front of the plane, anyway.
Ho ho oh no! Why? I’ve walked away from two plane crashes.
Now, …
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By Bill Mann
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12/11/24
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Again, this year, as in most non-Covid years, there are/were plenty of holiday parties celebrating Christmas, New Years, company success, past and present. BJ and I are fortunate (?) enough to have …
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By Ned Luce
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12/11/24
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I live near Highway 101 in Brinnon. Highway 101 is a windy road from Quilcene to Hoodsport and also crosses over Mt. Walker. I have noticed more logging trucks going in both directions. I …
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12/11/24
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Thank you for the article on Tim Caldwell. Although volunteers do not need pats on the back, it is definitely appreciated. Tim has been dedicated to this City for many years. When he was …
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12/11/24
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I had the opportunity to go on a tour of Chimacum Elementary School on Nov. 13, part of the Chimacum for Champions program developed by Superintendent Scott Mauk. The tours showcase …
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12/11/24
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Mr. Cowan’s Dec. 4 opinion piece inadvertently provides an explanation in the first paragraph for Trump’s win of the popular vote when he assumes that only Democrats are fans …
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12/11/24
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What is the defining characteristic of the electorate in this part of the country? Ask almost anyone around the country and they’re likely to say, “It’s blue.”
While …
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By Meredith Jordan
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12/4/24
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What an election! The bright spot for local fans of democracy is that Jefferson County’s voter turnout of 87% was the highest in the state. We edged out San Juan County!
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By Bruce Cowan
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12/4/24
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In response to the Jefferson County Food Bank Association posting on Facebook regarding the status of the building, I’d like to offer another reality.
— The building is over 27% …
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12/4/24
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Here are my thoughts about what I hope the Port Townsend Leader can be for readers..what makes a good paper?
For me a good paper brings to light many sides of an issue. Like the New …
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12/4/24
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