Vince Dice

Vince Dice became the editor of Gig Harbor Now on March 1, 2022. A graduate of Gonzaga University in Spokane, Dice worked in the newspaper industry for more than 20 years, primarily in neighboring Kitsap County. Dice lives in Bremerton with his wife, Angela; son, Dean; and dog, Luna.

Gig Harbor City Council Position 2 | Younger voices seek position on council

Oct 15, 2025

No matter who wins the election for Position 2 on the Gig Harbor City Council, they will bring the body’s average age down some. The race for Position 2 matches Stephen McDuffie, a 36-year-old father of two who both works for and serves in the U.S. Army Reserves; against Patrick MacLeod Ammann, a 24-year-old mixed

Traffic stop, license plate-reading camera debate inspired mayoral challenger

Oct 06, 2025

Chris Haywood, the only candidate who filed to challenge incumbent Mayor Mary Barber, says city government has done some “pretty dreadful things” to the public.

New welcome sign adds some color to city’s front door

Oct 03, 2025

The welcome sign on Pioneer Way near the westbound Highway 16 offramp was paid for by the Tallman family and the Rotary Club of Gig Harbor.

Let’s Beat Breast Cancer rally promotes lifestyle choices to reduce risk

Sep 28, 2025

The Let’s Beat Breast Cancer rally promoted a plant-based diet, regular exercise, limiting alcohol and other lifestyle choices.

New coworking space hopes creatives will Stowaway at this waterfront office

Sep 24, 2025

Stowaway Labs, which opened Sept. 22 in the former TideRunner Boat building, is Gig Harbor’s only coworking space.

City hires Federici as permanent police chief

Sep 22, 2025

Tray Federici will be the Gig Harbor police chief on a permanent basis, the city announced early on Monday, Sept. 22. Federici, has been the interim chief since Kelly Busey retired in June. He was among four finalists the city announced at an open house earlier this month. “I’m humbled and excited to carry forward

FISH Food Bank looking for warehouse space for this year’s Christmas toy drive

Sep 17, 2025

The annual toy drive, which provides Christmas cheer to some 1,000 local kids, needs at least 4,000 square feet with a big parking lot.

Gig Harbor Police Blotter | Hot dog! Pet owner cited for leaving pups in parking lot

Sep 16, 2025

Editor’s note: The Blotter is written based on information provided by Gig Harbor Police , Gig Harbor Fire & Medic One and the Pierce County Sheriff’s Office. Gig Harbor police cited a 50-year-old Gig Harbor woman on suspicion of animal cruelty after she left three dogs inside a car in the Target parking lot on the afternoon of Aug. 23. Other shoppers

Police arrest suspect in wave of mail thefts, find mailbox ‘master key’

Sep 10, 2025

The key is normally used by mail carriers to access community mailbox banks. It fell into the wrong hands.

Gig Harbor wins third consecutive Fish Bowl, 35-21

Sep 06, 2025

The Tides capitalized on Peninsula turnovers and dominated the second quarter in the win at Mount Tahoma Stadium.