Markley stresses stability, transparency in mayoral run
Oct 27, 2021Tracie Markley was surprised that nobody stepped up to run against her for mayor of a city that’s in need of some healing.
City Council hears update on BoatShop marine railways project
Oct 26, 2021The city intends to contribute from next year’s budget to help wrap up loose ends on the nearly completed railways project.
Gig Harbor’s Stockdale earns top honors at art show
Oct 25, 2021Works in the open juried art show can continue to be viewed at Harbor History Museum through Nov. 27.
Battson taking care of business as new chamber leader
Oct 24, 2021New Chamber of Commerce Director Miriam Battson says that despite the pandemic, businesses continue to open and do well, though others are struggling.
Former longtime councilman Malich running as write-in candidate for mayor
Oct 21, 2021City Council member Tracie Markley had been unopposed after John Skansi pulled out of the mayor’s race to run for City Council.
Gig Harbor Council 7: Storset vying for Abersold’s seat
Oct 17, 2021Abersold wants to help the community get past the pandemic; Storset looks to help families, family-owned businesses.
Gig Harbor Council 3: Lykins challenging incumbent Franich
Oct 16, 2021Longtime resident and Councilman Jim Franich is attempting to hold on to his seat against relative newcomer and nurse practitioner Brenda Lykins.
Gig Harbor Council 2: Henderson, Skansi seek open seat
Oct 15, 2021Roger Henderson held a 54% to 31% edge over John Skansi in the August primary in their pursuit of a seat being left vacant by Bob Himes.
Gig Harbor Council 1: Woock held large margin over Wiles in primary
Oct 14, 2021Incumbent Jeni Woock captured 71% of the votes in the three-person August primary election. Robert Wiles followed with 17%.
City, Puyallup Tribe acknowledge stronger relationship
Oct 12, 2021Several actions have been taken the past few years to recognize the historical importance of the area where Gig Harbor now sits to its original inhabitants.