Ted Kenney

Ted Kenney is a third-generation Gig Harbor Peninsula resident who grew up in Rosedale and attended Gig Harbor High School the year it opened. He has worked as a news reporter, software marketer and restaurant owner. He loves reading, especially Raymond Chandler novels and good non-fiction.

Could new developments crash Canterwood Boulevard’s roundabout?

Apr 20, 2026

The city of Gig Harbor commissioned a traffic study seeking information and solutions to a potential looming problem at the Canterwood roundabout.

Rush, Pierce County spar over Trailside’s Canterwood Boulevard improvements

Mar 26, 2026

The county wants the Trailside developer to add sidewalks and other improvements on Canterwood. Rush says that’s not its job.

Peninsula Light ousts elected board member who served 26 years

Mar 21, 2026

Peninsula Light Company directors voted Thursday to remove long-time board member Paul Alvestad. The member-owned cooperative utility company said in a news release that Alvestad violated confidentiality and “created a hostile environment for PenLight staff and fellow Board members.” “The Board based its unanimous decision on the results of an independent investigation conducted by Miller

Heron’s Key expands as ‘Silver Tsunami’ spurs sales of units that haven’t been built yet

Mar 10, 2026

Phase 2 of Heron’s Key will add create 54 new independent living units, a swimming pool and other amenities at the Gig Harbor North campus.

Q&A provides details on cost, possible roundabout and more in Fox Island Bridge replacement

Feb 19, 2026

A Pierce County engineer clarifies that a roundabout isn’t the only option for the intersection of Warren Drive and Fox Island Bridge Road, but also explains why it could be a good one.

Fox Island Bridge replacement details emerge in Pierce County’s newly-released study

Feb 12, 2026

The Fox Island Bridge Type, Size and Location study, released last week, clarifies length and cost for three replacement options.

The Midway aims to create hub of cuisine and community in downtown Gig Harbor

Jan 29, 2026

The Midway, opening this summer in the space formerly occupied by Heritage Distilling, aims to bring a Euro vibe to the waterfront.

Anthony’s Restaurants group buying Gig Harbor’s landmark Tides Tavern

Jan 13, 2026

Anthony’s “will steward [the Tides] in a way that honors its legacy and keeps the Tides unique and special in the decades to come,” Dylan Stanley said.

General Dynamics adds nuclear sub parts to Gig Harbor’s maritime economy

Nov 25, 2025

General Dynamics has leased 36,735 square feet of warehouse and industrial space at the Latitude 47 Commerce Center on Bujacich Road.

Fox Island Bridge neighbors worry they’re in replacement span’s path

Nov 19, 2025

An unknown number of properties will be “impacted” if the county replaces the Fox Island Bridge. People who live near it say they feel whiplashed.