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An overhead photo of The Seamus Sims Skate Park in Port Townsend, lit with solar-powered lighting.Point Hudson boat yard in the background.

Artist Changes Vision for Skate Park Murals in Response to Feedback; Painting Parties to Start in September

Jesse Joshua Watson originally proposed an apocalyptic scene for the skate park, but local skaters asked for less doom and more natural beauty.

From left to right are outgoing City Manager John Mauro, Mayor Amy Howard, Councilmembers Neil Nelson, Monica MickHager, Fred Obee, Libby Wennstrom and David Faber.

City Council Delays Intersection Decision, Approves Street Painting Rules

Neighbors opposed altering the Sheridan Street and Sims Way intersection, Seton Construction granted Lawrence Street project.

Bayside Housing and Services Executive Director Gary Keister, left and Governor Bob Ferguson speaking under a catering tent.

Bayside Housing & Services Celebrates Groundbreaking and Hosts Fundraising Gala

Vince’s Village will add 32 housing units in Port Townsend, while annual gala event raises $325,000.

Jefferson County Courthouse. A large red brick and stone building with two towers and a clock tower up over the left side.

Superior Criminal Court August 14, 2026: Negotiated Alternatives

How local courts are reckoning with “tough on crime” narratives.