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December 10, 2025 — Port Angeles, Washington — The Board of Clallam County Commissioners is seeking volunteers for numerous openings...

January 1, 2026 1:30 am

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Each year, members of the local Lions Club come together to spread holiday cheer throughout the Clallam Bay - Sekiu communities. Joey, Nancy, and Roy gathered fresh tree boughs, salal, and holly, while Donna purchased the bows. Ray cut the boughs into usable lengths, and Andy, Roy, Nancy, Ray, and Bev assembled the festive holiday swags.
The Lions then delivered the swags to community institutions and local businesses as a thank-you for the important role they play in keeping Clallam Bay and Sekiu welcoming and livable places. Shown here, Cara at Toast and Jam accepts delivery of one of the holiday swags.

CB-Sekiu Lions Thank the Community with Holiday Boughs

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If you”rounded up” your purchase this holiday season at Outfitters …thank you! Those few cents here and a few dollars there resulted in $8,270.91 being raised for our local food bank. Outfitters owner Bruce Paul recently presented Forks Food Bank Director Pat Soderlind with a check. Paul also shared that the store matches the amount customers donated! Seen in the photo - Pat and Bruce with the check. — Shoppers raise over $8,000 for Forks Food Bank

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January 1, 2026 1:30 am

West End 9-1-1 – Police, Fire, and EMT — West End 9-1-1 – Police, Fire, and EMT

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Marlin Young was the happy winner of the West End Business and Professional Association’s $500 Shopping Spree drawing held on Dec. 20. Thanks to all who purchased tickets! — WEBPA Shopping Spree Winner

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January 1, 2026 1:30 am

It’s called an ugly sweater contest but really ….they are quite cute! Forks Community Hospital staff shared their creations in the Spoons cafe on Friday afternoon. There were a bunch of wreaths seen here doing the wreath pose and a fireplace mantel, an elf and more!
Photo Christi Baron — Ugly sweaters at FCH

It’s called an ugly sweater contest but really ….they are quite cute! Forks Community Hospital staff shared their creations in…

January 1, 2026 1:30 am

2001 — A Look Back …This week in the Forks Forum

This week in 2001, Y2K had happened …and …nothing really happened. It was reported that an OCC inmate had escaped…

January 1, 2026 1:30 am

NOLS 1,000 Origami Cranes — NOLS 1,000 Origami Cranes

Jan. 2 – 30, Forks Library, 171 S Forks Ave

January 1, 2026 1:30 am

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Clallam County Commissioners to continue deliberations on RVs — Clallam County Commissioners to continue deliberations on RVs

The Board of Clallam County Commissioners will continue its deliberations on proposed changes to the Clallam County Zoning Code concerning…

January 1, 2026 1:30 am

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Birdie at work at Kalaloch, a few years ago. — Birdie retires

After decades of manning the Kalaloch Ranger Station, Birdie James has retired. Friends, family and co-workers honored her service last…

January 1, 2026 1:30 am

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Spartans Chloe Gaydeski (12) and Skye Hestand pressure this Montesano Bulldog on December 19 in Forks, where the Bulldogs escaped with a 44 to 40 win. — Spartans lose a close one

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January 1, 2026 1:30 am

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Spartans on defense against Onalaska are from left, Chloe Gaydesk, Brooklynn Rondeau, Avery Dilley, Bailey Johnson, and Kailyn Crowder. The three-point shooting of the Loggers spelled defeat for the Spartans as Onalaska defeated Forks 55 to 30. — Spartans vs Onalaska

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January 1, 2026 1:30 am

Sunset Lanes — Sunset Lanes

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Forks cheerleaders Libby Owen and Danikka King enjoyed their experience in Hawaii. — Forks cheerleaders perform in Pearl Harbor Day Parade

HONOLULU — Cheerleaders from Forks helped represent the North Olympic Peninsula in the annual Pearl Harbor Memorial Parade to honor…

January 1, 2026 1:30 am

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West End Business and Professional Association wrapped up its holiday Promotion on Saturday, Dec. 20 outside Forks Outfitters. Winner for the last week were - Santa Bucks - Martin Perez $200, Rita Enlow $50 and Shelli Leons $25; winners of Outfitters giftcards were - Cathy Harner, Lori Crippen, Gabby Salsgiver, Eliza Hull, Tammy Jordan, David Tenorio, Nikole Gaydeski, and Pyper Graham; winners of Sully’s gift certificates were - Edward Stringer, Walter Jackson and Athena Ward. Thanks to all who shopped local, and thanks to Outfitters, Sully’s, and Chinook Pharmacy for adding to the prizes. A special thanks to Santa for his help. Winners pictured here are - Tammy, Athena, Rita, Santa, Edward, Cathy, (Joanne photo bombing), Shelli, Lori, Eliza, Nikole, and Martin. — Last Santa Bucks Drawing

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January 1, 2026 1:30 am

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Feeding 5000 volunteers served turkey and all the trimmings during their most recent Free lunch last Tuesday at the Community Center. Here you see 45 ready-to-eat meals packed up for those in need. Many thanks to the dedicated volunteers who make this effort possible every week, and Merry Christmas from Eugene, Don, Sherry, Debbie, Pat, Cathy, Chrissy, Theresa, Saydee, and Charles. — Feeding 5000 Serves Up Holiday Cheer at Community Center

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December 25, 2025 1:30 am

Electric violin maestro Geoffrey Castle welcomes the Seattle Irish Dance Company and others for this year’s Christmas in Washington Concert Series. Courtesy Christmas in Washington — Celtic magic returns to Washington with Christmas in Washington 2025!

Performances bring the spirit of the holidays to the Field Hall in…

November 24, 2025 6:30 am

The Clallam County Fair is a celebration of community, agriculture and family entertainment. Keith Thorpe/Peninsula Daily News file photo — ‘Celebrate the bounty of our County’ with Clallam County Fair, Aug. 15 to 18!

Fair returns with an exciting lineup and loads of family fun

August 12, 2024 6:00 am

Despite the challenges of rural healthcare, Estrada-Portnoy felt at home in Forks, knowing she could contribute meaningfully to her community. — From medical interpreter to nurse practitioner, Forks resident reflects on journey in medicine

Melissa Estrada-Portnoy’s journey is rooted in community and care.

June 24, 2024 6:00 am

Now five years into her practice, Stephanie Bechtold is back at the Forks Community Hospital, helping save lives all while raising a loving family in a new community she calls home — From patient to practitioner, how a Forks nurse overcame adversity to inspire her community

The proud wife, mother of two and medical professional is proud to…

June 10, 2024 6:00 am

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