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Where Does Our Stuff Go? Tracing Jefferson County's Recycling Stream
We sift through the shifts in our local recycling and food waste system.
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Superior Criminal Court July 31, 2026: Defense Attorneys as Advocates
The job of a defense attorney is more than simply offering a defense.
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Managing a City Water System Amidst a Confluence of External Forces
Climate change, a partnership with an Out-of-State-Owned Port Townsend Paper Mill and a long, aging pipeline present formidable challenges to providing affordable, safe drinking water.
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City Council Discusses Course for Management Transition and Interim Manager
Special workshop on July 27 maps out options for filling leadership vacancy.
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Homelessness Task Force Explores 'Dignity Bus' as Low-Cost Shelter Option
Olycap considers innovative mobile shelter to address urgent needs of unhoused residents.
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Why Local Food Access Programs Matter
A look at how the Jefferson County Farmers Markets are supporting neighbors with low incomes, keeping food dollars in our community, strengthening small farm businesses, and fostering a more resilient local economy.
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Superior Criminal Court July 24, 2026: Indigent Services
Justice shouldn’t depend on personal wealth.
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Welcome to the Beacon’s Official 2026 Primary Voters’ Guide
An in-depth analysis of local candidates, propositions and measures
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Port Townsend City Manager John Mauro to Step Down, Accepts Bainbridge Island Position
City manager reflects on nearly seven years of transformational leadership, infrastructure progress and the bittersweet decision to leave.
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City Council Advances Major Infrastructure Projects and Acknowledges City Manager Departure
Council approves loan applications for sewer projects and discusses collaboration with the county regarding the future Mill Road lift station.
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Chimacum Farmstand Owners Plan New Kitchen at Former Farm’s Reach Site, Despite Permit Delays
The new food hub will offer opportunities to order locally grown and prepared meals.
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After Nearly Being Struck by Previous Flagpole, Sequim Couple Donate Funds for Fort Worden Replacement Pole
Mike and Carol Howard generously helped fund a new shorter flagpole to replace the one that nearly hit Mike during a storm.