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Swan School Explorers End School Year with Food Pantry Success
A collaborative story from the Beacon and KPTZ on youth ingenuity.
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Ongoing Turmoil After Quilcene Food Bank Moves Locations
Allegations of mismanagement, missing funds and a community in the middle.
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ICG Advances Economic Development Framework with Focus on Housing, Infrastructure and Shared Vision
Hospital postpones levy lid lift, Port announces hanger purchase and PUD receives an energy grant.
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A Seamless Change in Port Engineering Leadership Expected, Thanks to Forward Planning
Dave Nakagawara, who has worked at the Port for the past three years alongside Matt Klontz, is ready to hit the ground running.
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What Happens After a Conviction for Sexual Assault
Offenders face limited rehabilitation options and the possibility of civil commitment.
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Port Townsend’s City Manager Pay
Past debt and the road ahead: An in-depth analysis of John Mauro’s salary and potential departure.
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Port Townsend Approves Park Upgrades, Housing Conversions and Grant Applications
Chetzemoka Park renovations, new housing rules and transportation grants.
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Port and County Clash Over Industrial Zoning, Seek Path Forward on Economic Development
Airport development stalled by regulatory disputes; officials aim for a collaborative solution.
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West Marine Closing Port Townsend Location
As part of the national bankruptcy, the Port Townsend marine community will feel its loss.
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Dismissed of Criminal Charges, Man Fined in Civil Case
Ty Hodge Found Guilty of Negligent Driving.
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Superior Criminal Court June 12, 2026: Guilty Pleas and a Dismissal
A week of negotiations determining defendants' paths.
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ILWU Holds Picket at Port Townsend Dock, Pressing American Cruise Lines on Labor
As part of an ongoing action along the West Coast ports, ILWU members gathered at the Union Wharf dock.