Gig Harbor hires new athletic director
Aug 20, 2026Erick Counts, a longtime coach and teacher at schools around the region, took up his new duties this month.
Event on Aug. 22 celebrates 150 years of the Gig Harbor fishing fleet
Aug 17, 2026The Skansie Netshed Foundation hosts “Fishermen Feed the World,” a celebration of 150 years of the Gig Harbor fishing fleet, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 22, at Skansie Brothers Park.
Burn ban upgraded in unincorporated Pierce County
Aug 13, 2026The stepped-up burn ban bars things like backyard fire pits and outdoor fireplaces. Barbecues are still OK, as long as they’re not on a combustible surface.
Gig Harbor Police Blotter | Man arrested for allegedly targeting sharks for social media ‘trophy photos’
Aug 05, 2026Gig Harbor Police Blotter | Man arrested for allegedly targeting sharks for social media ‘trophy photos’
School district leases portion of portable at Discovery Elementary for use as senior center
Jul 27, 2026Harbor Senior Connections will operate the senior center at the elementary school after the school board approved a lease on July 14.
Mini makers earn a little money and show off their art at Waterfront Farmers Market
Jul 23, 2026Young entrepreneurs working with Creative Little Studio took over the Skansie Park Pavilion for a Mini Makers Market on Thursday.
Gig Harbor Little League team advances to state championship game
Jul 23, 2026The Gig Harbor Little League Majors team, composed of 11- and 12-year-olds, will have two chances to win one game and advance to regionals.
Police arrest suicidal man who delayed traffic on Narrows Bridge
Jul 20, 2026Court documents indicate that the suspect pointed a gun at police before directing it toward his own forehead, leading to an assault charge.
WSDOT has three alternatives to fix Gorst. Two of them involve a bridge
Jul 16, 2026The third option for Gorst would add lanes to Highway 3. But don’t hold your breath on work beginning, because the project isn’t funded.
Primary election ballots due Tuesday
Jul 15, 2026The 2026 primary election is Aug. 4. These races will appear on ballots for Gig Harbor voters.