The endangered southern resident killer whales that visit Puget Sound were listed for protection under the federal Endangered ...

The documentary tells the story of the last southern resident killer whale held in captivity, and the efforts of two Lummi women to bring the orca home to a net pen sanctuary.

Kenmore Air and the Puyallup Tribe are expanding their seasonal seaplane flight service that runs from May 15 through ...

PORT ANGELES — The annual Port Angeles Community Awards gala will honor citizens and businesses in six categories on Saturday at Field Arts & Events Hall. The awards, presented by Business Health ...

Strange Brewfest, a symphony performance and the First Saturday Art Walk highlight this weekend’s events on the North Olympic Peninsula.

Jarrell Cove State Park in Shelton, Washington, is a little-known treasure that offers pristine waters, towering trees, and ...

Jarrell Cove State Park in Shelton, Washington, is an underrated destination where you can hike, kayak, and soak in the breathtaking scenery without the hustle and bustle! Nestled on the western shore ...

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Re: “How we can honor the orca Tahlequah’s grief” (Jan. 25, Opinion): Many thanks to Donna Sandstrom for her inspiring and hopeful op-ed on the southern resident orcas.

An orca calf less than 24 hours old has been spotted in a rare sighting of a newborn killer whale in Western Australia. The animals are regularly seen off Bremer Bay in summer, but calves are ...

Now, however, DNA analysis taken from the bite wound has confirmed their suspicions: orcas are hunting white sharks in Australia. As such, when the remains of the large white shark washed up on ...