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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GIVEN HOW COLD OUR WATER IS, THIS ARTICLE SEEMED INTERESTING. A look back to 2024 is interesting. The 2024 season, by most projections, including by the U.S. National Hurricane Center, projected an “above average” season. The reasons given were multiple, as no one single parameter can be used to predict future weather or climate. But …
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This post is to introduce you to both District 2 Port Commissioner candidates running in this year’s election. Our current D2 Port Commissioner Carol Hasse is running for re-election. Her website and statements are here: https://www.carolhasse.com/. You can email carol@portofpt.com Also running for the D2 seat is Clayborn (CJ) …
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Coast Guard officials Thursday announced the service is renaming its operational districts across the U.S., dropping the numbered system used for more than 80 years and replaced with regional designations. Keep reading on NF site
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Recycling flyer: https://jeffersoncountysolidwaste.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/20254-Recycling-flyer-Glass-is-back-7-15-25-1.pdf
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This post is a modified version of last weeks post. The information is here for your review. There are some who think this is a good idea and increasingly, those who do not. We are interested in your views and your long term vision for Port Townsend. ACL (American Cruise Lines) Sales pitch at the …
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Interesting site, data that begs the question regarding our industry….See below. Find County-Level Labor Market Data Are you interested in the economic health of your county? Do you need county specific information for economic development or business projects? Check out the Labor Market County Profiles on our website. What you can find in the county …
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Gardiner Boat Ramp to Temporarily Close for Construction from July 14 to October 3, 2025 By Port of Port Townsend on Jul 03, 2025 12:43 pm IMMEDIATE RELEASE Gardiner Boat Ramp to Temporarily Close for Construction from July 14 to October 3, 2025 Jefferson County, WA — The Port of Port Townsend announces the temporary …
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