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Police arrest suicidal man who delayed traffic on Narrows Bridge

Jul 20, 2026 | By:

Court documents indicate that the suspect pointed a gun at police before directing it toward his own forehead, leading to an assault charge.

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Two candidates aim to unseat freshman incumbent in 26th District Position 1 race

Jul 20, 2026 | By:

Candidates for House Position 1 in the 26th District include incumbent Adison Richards, Democrat Natalie Bornfleth and Republican David Olson.

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Summer Lunch Program keeps stomachs full while school’s out

Jul 20, 2026 | By:

Altrusa Gig Harbor operates the Summer Lunch Program on the east side of the Purdy Bridge. It is intended to fill a gap for kids who rely on free and reduced lunch in school.

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40th annual Summer Art Festival packs park with art and music

Jul 18, 2026 | By:

The Peninsula Art League’s Summer Art Festival continues from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, July 19.

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Clearcut outside Canterwood marks start of Timberwalk (née Trailside) construction

Jul 17, 2026 | By:

“Construction is officially underway” on Timberwalk, a 120-unit apartment complex near the Canterwood neighborhood.

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Go on a lavender adventure this weekend in Olalla

Jul 17, 2026 | By:

The Olalla Lavender Festival is July 18 and 19 at eight locations. Here’s what you will see.

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Pierce County Council candidates offer views on law enforcement funding, growth and more

Jul 16, 2026 | By:

Mike Solan, Brenda Lykins and Chuck West are running for the Pierce County Council seat representing Gig Harbor. Here’s where they stand on the issues.

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WSDOT has three alternatives to fix Gorst. Two of them involve a bridge

Jul 16, 2026 | By:

The 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.

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Warren Beach development envisions six homes on seven waterfront acres near Fox Island Bridge

Jul 15, 2026 | By:

The developer estimates that each lot in the Warren Beach development will sell for $2 million, after which buyers will select a design-build home for their site.

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Ballots for primary election arriving this week

Jul 15, 2026 | By:

The 2026 primary election is Aug. 4. These races will appear on ballots for Gig Harbor voters.

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