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Mayor David Faber distributed a motion for summary judgement in the ethics case against him on May 18, making the case for its dismissal and alleging that evidence submitted by the complainant, …
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By James Robinson
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5/21/25
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Painter Patricia Hagen’s one-woman show, “Into the Woods,” opens Thursday, May 22, at Northwind Art’s Jeanette Best Gallery at 701 Water St., only a week after it unveiled its …
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Leader staff
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5/21/25
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5/21/25
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A no-fly zone is an area where certain aircraft are prohibited from flying. A government or military typically establishes the zone for reasons of security, safety, or to prevent conflict.
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By Scott Doggett
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5/21/25
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Port Townsend is moving forward with repairs to the Lords Lake East Dam based on the report of a consultant that confirmed concerns that issues there should be addressed.
City council authorized …
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By Mallory Kruml
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5/21/25
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Cows require pasture for grazing, but goats, with their agility, enjoy browsing and climbing hillsides. This adaptability made goats one of the first animals humans milked, dating back to 5000 B.C., …
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By Sidonie Maroon
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5/21/25
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The fire danger risk level for Jefferson County is increasing from low to moderate on June 1, one month before a county ordinance dictates such an increase.
Jefferson County Fire Marshal Phil …
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Leader staff
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5/21/25
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Port of PT gets nod for Community Engagement
The Washington Public Ports Association has awarded the Community Engagement Award to the Port of Port Townsend for its Point Hudson Breakwater …
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5/21/25
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During Port Townsend’s city council meeting on May 19 the council voted unanimously to purchase a $471,000 street sweeper.
The city allocated $450,000 for the street sweeper in …
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By Mallory Kruml
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5/21/25
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The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office responded to a total of 280 calls for service from May 9-16. Deputies conducted 66 traffic stops, of which one resulted in criminal (misdemeanor/felony) …
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5/21/25
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Although Lightweight Champion is billed as a S eattle-based band, its lead singer and songwriter, Aaron Spieldenner, has since moved to Port Townsend, where he performs regularly.
This week the …
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By Kirk Boxleitner
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5/21/25
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The Port Townsend Police Department responded to a total of 149 calls, and conducted 35 traffic stops, from May 9-15.
May 9: Officers responded to a car fire. Responding officers discovered that …
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5/21/25
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Fort Worden Historic State Park is seeing a recent re-expansion of its dining options.
The Taps bar and kitchen at the Guardhouse Neighborhood Pub in Building 300 has posted public signage …
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BY KIRK BOXLEITNER
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5/21/25
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Last weekend, The Rhododendron Festival marked it’s 90th year. 90 years of community parties and service. Rhody is unlike most modern events. It’s not to celebrate a corporation, or art, …
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By Laina Amerson
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5/21/25
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Dylan Quarles, a born-and-raised Port Townsend resident, is running for a seat on the city council.
Quarles, 39, who graduated from Port Townsend High School in 2004, said his decision to …
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BY MALLORY KRUML
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5/21/25
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In a big week for business birthdays, Homer Smith Insurance is marking 75 years while the reopening of Norland General Store is now a yearling.
Homer Smith Insurance is inviting the …
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Leader staff
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5/21/25
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Laura Flanigan, an organizer of the pet parade, informed The Leader that this year’s attendance was only “a bit lower” than last year’s, “but still a great turnout for …
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By Kirk Boxleitner
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5/21/25
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The annual Rhododendron Festival of Jefferson County not only includes days of activities, but also coincides with a number of events organized by other community groups, and this year, the Port …
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By Kirk Boxleitner
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5/21/25
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Fort Worden Historical State Park is not just a park — it’s a place of inspiration. It’s where history lives, creativity blooms, and generations come to learn, reflect, and connect. …
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By Craig Stewart
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5/21/25
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On Thursday, May 15, senior Mason Iverson, the sole Quilcene High School athlete on the East Jefferson Rivals track and field team, traveled to Franklin Pierce High School to compete in the …
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By Alice Fraser
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5/21/25
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