Gig Harbor Police Blotter | Nature called, but so did police
Jun 16, 2026Also in this month’s blotter: A high-dollar shoplifting bust, the ‘door kick challenge’ and lots of bad driving.
16-year-old dies in collision near Kopachuck
Jun 11, 2026He was a former student at Gig Harbor High School, according to Peninsula School District.
Suspect in Fox Island killing sentenced to 90 months following plea agreement
Jun 09, 2026Sophie Tinney, 27, begged Lars Eugene Nelson to kill her for months before he finally agreed to do it, attorneys wrote in court documents.
Couple of Scoops’ grand opening is in a couple of days
Jun 04, 2026Couple of Scoops Ice Cream and Candy will have a grand opening on Saturday, June 6, in the Olympic Village Shopping Center.
2026 Maritime Gig Festival: Here’s what you need to know
Jun 01, 2026Where to park, where to watch and what time to show up for the 2026 Maritime Gig Festival.
Randall fields questions from youth at Gig Harbor town hall
May 28, 2026Members of the freshman representative’s youth council asked her about AI, the environment and other issues at Gig Harbor High School.
Solan a candidate for Pierce County Council after court victory
May 21, 2026A Pierce County judge ruled that Mike Solan, a Seattle police officer and former union president, is eligible to run for Pierce County Council.
U.S. Rep. Randall to host town hall in Gig Harbor
May 19, 2026Randall’s office said it will share the specific location with those who RSVP for the town hall at least 48 hours before it begins.
Solar array in Purdy ready to start producing power
May 13, 2026The solar array at the old Purdy landfill site can open as soon as Pierce County and PenLight finalize a couple of agreements.
Filing week is over; here’s who will be on ballots this year
May 08, 2026Randy Phillips filed to run for a state House position, Damon Townsend joined the race for Pierce County auditor and Ann E. Jolie will seek a county council seat.