Letter to the Editor | This neighbor supports Kensington Gardens
Aug 20, 2025Letter to the editor by Paul Donion of Gig Harbor.
Letter to the Editor | Kensington Gardens pursuing a unique but proven model of housing elders
Aug 19, 2025I appreciate the opportunity to respond to recent articles regarding our proposal to divide 23 1/2 acres into a 5-lot plat. The Pierce County Planning Department, the Fire Marshal, and the Health Department have all recommended approval. It is now being reviewed by an independent third-party Hearing Examiner. Our goal is create a sustainable and
Pelvic health: A new conversation for a common condition
Aug 14, 2025Chronic pelvic pain is an all-too-common condition that is rarely spoken about. Many people will suffer in pain for years but avoid contacting their physician as they believe it is just a part of life. Others impacted by the pain turn to over-the-counter pain medications with little relief. This is especially common for women. One
Letter to the Editor | Some costs are fixed, even for smaller houses
Aug 14, 2025Letter to the editor by John Dowd of Gig Harbor.
Letter to the Editor | Offer incentives to build smaller homes
Aug 10, 2025Barbara Moss’s letter regarding the housing needs is spot right on. The Gig Harbor council is ass backwards with the multiple family tax exemption ordinance they are proposing. When it comes to the actual math, if you do it, it will not provide the housing needed for the people who work in our city who
Letter to the Editor | Build what is needed
Aug 07, 2025Thank you for providing information on the “affordable housing.” I do agree that we do need to provide housing that is more affordable for all people. I do however have concerns about offering “ incentives” to builders. It is my understanding that one proposal involves further taxing residents in order to waive taxes for builders.
Op-ed | Gig Harbor faces housing challenges, state mandates
Aug 06, 2025The city of Gig Harbor is studying many options to expand access to affordable housing — not just a multi-family tax exemption.
Letter to the Editor | Does Washington have a leadership problem?
Aug 04, 2025Washington is a beautiful state situated in the fabulous northwest. It has the Pacific Ocean, the Olympics, the Cascades, and many other mountain ranges, the Columbia River along with many other rivers. We’re blessed with much natural beauty. Washington also has no income tax. And, according to Forbes, Washington is one of only 9 states
Letter to the Editor | Kiwanis Club of Gig Harbor third-quarter accomplishments
Aug 01, 2025Letter to the editor by Zem Wainhouse, immediate past president of the Kiwanis Club of Gig Harbor.
Letter to the Editor | Charter commission election could impact public safety
Aug 01, 2025Letter to the editor by Richard Folden of Gig Harbor.