In case you do not receive the Maritime Washington newsletter, I am simply copying it here just this once as this is issue honors Women’s History Month. I don’t see a way to link to it in a browser but you can also visit their website and sign up. March 2026 Ahoy from the Maritime …
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As sailing season ramps up, safety reminders like this are always a good thing. Read the whole article by clicking on the image below.
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After 40 years, this unique over‑the‑water property is now available for lease! The Port welcomes you to stop by, tour the building, and share your ideas about its future. We’re eager to hear your creative concepts and vision for how this new public asset could best serve the community. The building is approximately 3,000 square …
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Mariner’s Memorial By Port of Port Townsend on Mar 06, 2026 12:48 pm Donations are gladly being accepted for the Mariners’ Memorial project to honor and remember residents of Jefferson County who were lost at sea. The site is the Point Hudson Breakwater Walkway. Costs include but are not limited to design, materials acquisition, installation …
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Hi Everyone, On two separate occasions last month two Board members of the PTMTA received phishing emails asking the recipient to please send funding by electronic form. These phishing emails came from unknown email accounts and pretended to be Board members, using our first and last names. Thankfully we recognized that these emails were scammers and did …
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Housing Network Solutions hosts a housing link page where those with space to rent and those seeking housing can post and connect. Share this great resource.
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In September 1860, a Black teenager ran away from slavery in Olympia, Washington Territory. An African-Canadian network helped him flee to Victoria—but Charles Mitchell’s “underground railroad” was a steamer on Puget Sound. Click below to read more. The Maritime Underground Railroad of Puget Sound
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WA Filing Services <wa@e.myfilingservices.com This is either a scam or a third party for profit company phishing for your business. Annual reports are filed on the SOS.WA.GOV and B&O/Sales Tax are filed on DOR.WA.GOV NOTE the .GOV on the web address. ALWAYS CHECK THE SENDER ADDRESS on an EMAIL when in doubt. …
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In searching for a deal on a particular piece of deck hardware, a purchase was made from the website “marinesupplyco.com” . All indications, after three weeks and no part, are that this site is a scam. You’d never know by looking at it. The only red flag that got ignored is paying a Paypal invoice …
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Port Townsend StyroCycler’s next collection will be on SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 21, 10:00 to noon, at Fort Worden Battery Putnam (near Alexanders Castle, 229 Alexanders Loop for your GPS). We do not post signs. Be prepared to find us on your own. RESIDENTS OF EAST JEFFERSON COUNTY ONLY. Stay home if the weather is bad (high …
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Read the details carefully. Now county residents will have to pay for recycling partly due to people not following the recycling requirements for the self drop bins. There are many other reasons for the change too which includes the relocation plan for the solid waste facility. The FLYERS and WEB-PAGE are interesting reading. Now is a …
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Washington State Shipbuilding & U.S. Maritime Dominance By Ann Avary (picked up from LINKEDIN) Ann Avary Director, NW Center of Excellence for Marine Manufacturing & Technology January 14, 2026 Shipbuilding Capacity & Industrial Infrastructure: Washington and the U.S. Washington is a maritime state, thus our focus on U.S. shipbuilding and maritime fuels for our Winter …
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.. the historic Schooner Suva has been added to the National Register of Historic Places, thanks to a successful nomination by the Whidbey Island Maritime Heritage Foundation. At 100 years old, the Suva is an iconic piece of Salish Sea and Whidbey Island history, designed by renowned naval architect Ted Geary for “gentleman attorney” Frank …
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A homecoming for Upper Columbia River salmon By: Paul Molyneaux For the first time in over 80 years, members of the Syilx Okanagan, Secwépemc, and Ktunaxa Nations saw salmon returning to the upper reaches of the Columbia River in British Columbia. Read more →
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This certainly caught the attention of county residents who drive their trash to the transfer station….. SPECIAL MEETING Monday, January 26, 6:00 pm: Solid Waste Facilities Task Force & Board of County Commissioners Joint Meeting Tri-Area Community Center, 10 W Valley Rd, Chimacum WA 98325 or online- Join the meeting to learn why, when, and where …
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Community Calendars North Hood Canal Chamber of Commerce Local 20/20 Jefferson County Beacon Events Calendar “Bareboards” MyCityScene Jefferson County Libraries Port Townsend Main Street The Leader Thank you EDC Team Jefferson for the list of links. + PORT COMMISSION MEETINGS
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Are you receiving updates from the EDC Team Jefferson? Click on the above link to see what the current EDC is up to and, let them know what your business support needs are. ✆ 360.379.4693 ✉ admin@edcteamjefferson.org ???? 385 Benedict Street, Second Floor • Port Townsend, WA Who to talk to ?
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Sea Potential in collaboration with the National Society of Black Engineers invites maritime employers to join our virtual Maritime Career Fair on January 21st, 6pm. Whether you’re looking for part-time employees or full-time hires, this is your opportunity to connect with engineering professionals. Engage with a talent pipeline ready to shape the future of the …
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November 19-21, 2026 / SEATTLE Seattle Convention Center Arch Building Pacific Marine Expo to Move to Seattle Convention Center Arch Building in 2026 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – December 15th, 2025 Organizers of Pacific Marine Expo (PME), the West Coast’s largest and longest-running commercial marine trade show, announced at the 2025 Expo that the 2026 event will …
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