Gig Harbor Now Staff

State Department of Transportation announces emergency lane closure near Purdy Bridge

Jun 16, 2026

One lane of traffic on the Purdy side of the bridge will close between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. Wednesday, June 17. Traffic will alternate in the remaining lane.

Gig Harbor Now and Then | Early logging laws and another local scoundrel

Jun 15, 2026

How did people in the 19th century discern which logs belonged to which logger? Also, the tawdry tale of one Hervey B. Vanderhoof.

Peninsula alumni soccer game brings players home again

Jun 08, 2026

The annual Peninsula High alumni soccer game helps raise funds to support current players at the school.

Photos: 2026 Blessing of the Fleet ceremony

Jun 08, 2026

Photos from the Blessing of the Fleet ceremony on Sunday, June 7, in Gig Harbor.

The bands, floats and dragons of the 2026 Maritime Gig Grande Parade

Jun 06, 2026

From the dancing library carts to the Dragon Boats to school bands: Photos of participants in the Grande Parade.

Did we take your picture at the 2026 Maritime Gig Grande Parade?

Jun 06, 2026

Did we take your picture at the 2026 Maritime Gig Grande Parade? Look through these photos to find out.

Gig Harbor Now and Then | Harbor Inn history and a hose head-scratcher

Jun 01, 2026

At least three Harbor Inns have operated in Gig Harbor in the last century. Here’s where they were located.

Harbor Soccer growing up with Harbor Trident program for adults

May 28, 2026

Harbor Trident, the Gig Harbor-based program’s adult teams for men and women, will play in the Cascadia Premier League starting this week.

Day Tripper | A visit to Ballard and Seattle’s mini-Panama Canal

May 26, 2026

A visit to Ballard includes stops at its famous locks, a tree-lightful botanical garden and its year-round Sunday Farmers Market.

Meet the 2026 Students of Distinction

May 18, 2026

The Greater Gig Harbor Foundation is honoring the 2026 Students of Distinction.