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Gig Harbor Now reporters chase down news that affects community residents, providing facts with context and perspective.

Peninsula School District buys another property near aging high school

Apr 27, 2026 | By: Christina T Henry

The district paid just shy of $670,000 for the 1.46 acre property in what an administrator called a “strategic purchase.”

Paddler’s Cup celebrates a sport that’s making waves

Apr 27, 2026 | By: Nathan Hyun

The Paddlers Cup, the Gig Harbor Canoe and Kayak Racing Team’s most prominent event, brought some 200 devotees of the rising sport to local waters.

Ballots in PenLight election due Monday, April 27

Apr 26, 2026 | By: Suzanne Roig

PenLight members have until the close of business on Monday, April 27, to vote in the 2026 board of directors election.

Sports Beat | Cardinal steps down as Peninsula volleyball coach

Apr 25, 2026 | By: Dennis Browne

Katrina Cardinal, who led the Seahawks to the brink of a state title, will be replaced by former player Tommi Galluci.

Being Neighborly | Lasagna, with a dash of learning, at Harbor Montessori

Apr 24, 2026 | By: Marsha Hart

Students in the school’s Service Learning Club provided healthy meals to people in the area through the global nonprofit Lasagna Love.

Peninsula School District taps the brakes on screen time for students

Apr 23, 2026 | By: Christina T Henry

District leaders, responding to concern from parents over screen time in schools, are tapping the brakes on the use of digital technology in teaching and learning.

Narrows Bridge lane closures will continue for ‘multiple days’

Apr 23, 2026 | By: Gig Harbor Now Staff

Two lanes of the aging bridge from Tacoma to Gig Harbor will remain closed while crews repair a joint.

Lego drive honors former Peninsula High student who died in 2023

Apr 22, 2026 | By: Marsha Hart

Ross Tello spent most of a year at Seattle Children’s Hospital while he fought cancer. His family honors his memory with an annual drive to collect and donate lego sets for current patients there.