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How a Public Records Request Exposed Port Townsend Families to Harassment
An in-depth look at the PRA loophole, one man’s campaign and why your family’s data isn’t as protected as you think.
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Bayside Housing & Services Partners with Discovery Behavioral Health
The agreement will strengthen housing and care coordination in Jefferson County.
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Jefferson PUD Proposes Overhaul of Low-Income Rate Assistance
New tiered discounts target households with the highest energy burden.
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The Process of Prosecuting Child Sexual Abuse Crimes: Finding Justice While Protecting Victims
With several high profile child sexual assault crimes moving through superior court, reporter Angela Downs explains how those cases are processed, and why we won’t be covering them in the same way we cover other justice stories.
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Superior Criminal Court May 29, 2026: Beginnings and Endings
Completed community service and the power of sticking with a program.
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Deadline Looms for Port Townsend Affordable Apartments
As the federal program phases out, low-income housing units may become market-rate units.
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Humane Society Investigation Confirms Neglect, Leadership Failures
Shelter board launches reforms after independent review.
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Public Defense Caseload Requirements: Constitutional Responsibility
New state regulations mean lighter caseloads for attorneys, but that doesn’t change the number of cases that need legal representation.
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Superior Criminal Court, May 22, 2026 : Poor in Custody
Bail can be intentionally burdensome in consideration of public safety.
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The Future is Bright and Inclusive for Uptown Port Townsend Streets
City council approves rainbow crosswalks and farmer’s market mural.
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WIC Farmers Market Benefits Cut for 2026 - Local Response Underway
Proposed cuts threaten nutritional support for women and children.
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Public Offers Sparse Testimony as County Wraps up Comp Plan Hearing
The 10-year update to bring significant changes.