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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Just thought this was interesting. https://caribbeancompass.com/how-to-identify-gps-jamming/? How to Identify GPS Jamming by Caribbean Compass November 10, 2025 in Navigation, News Reading Time: 2 mins read A A by Joan Conover, SSCA Cruising Station Coordinator & HAL Maritime Safety Program In late October 2025, several cruisers in the Southern Caribbean reported sudden GPS losses and erratic positions. For some, chartplotters froze; for others, boats appeared to jump a half‑mile sideways. At the …
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Voluntary Reporting Regime with U.S. Southern Command to Enhance Safety for Cruising Vessels in the Eastern Pacific & Caribbean
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There will be a public hearing on the draft comp plan update on Monday, Nov. 17th at 6pm in city hall chambers. Discussion will include the first reading of the draft comp plan update. This is a very important matter to give your voice to by attending and/or providing public comment. Drastic changes are afoot. A review …
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Whatcom Working Waterfront Coalition is rebranding to Working Waterfront Coalition in order to be more inclusive of regional working waterfronts. They are expanding access to their health insurance trust. As a member of the PTMTA, you may be eligible. See information here: https://www.whatcomworkingwaterfront.org/health-trust Brochure here: https://irp.cdn-website.com/961f7152/files/uploaded/Health_Trust_Promotional_Flyer.pdf
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Just happened across this and thought it interesting and relevant.
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Latest USCG newsletter: https://uscgboating.org/library/boating-safety-circulars/Boating-Safety-Circular-Fall-2025.pdf The Fall 2025 Boating Safety Circular is now available on our website, and includes articles/information on the following: USCG Booth at IBEX Risk Mitigation Series 9: Plugs, Pigtails, and Pre-wired Chargers, Oh My! Electrical Updates with ABYC New Safety Compliance Officer Why do Boatbuilders Need to Follow the Regulations? Coast Guard Uncovers …
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We all receive far too much mail in our inboxes but this one put out by the office of the Governor is generally worth a scan for useful info. Click the image to see more.
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The Jefferson County Beacon appears to be a good hub of information. Here is the link to their Calendar of Events.
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