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

Gig Harbor woman has a salsa success story

Apr 14, 2026 | By:

Rebecca Small’s business, a Small Specialty Salsa and Sauces, grew from a spicy side gig to a full-time vocation.

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Harbor Happenings | Come out of your shell and grab some crab

Apr 14, 2026 | By:

The annual Crab Feed takes place Saturday, April 18, at the Gig Harbor Yacht Club.

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Gig Harbor legislators explain why they voted ‘no’ on the millionaires tax

Apr 13, 2026 | By:

Only 11 legislative Democrats voted against the millionaires tax. Two of them represent the 26th District.

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Sports Beat | Tides impress at tournament against many of the state’s top golfers

Apr 10, 2026 | By:

Gig Harbor is the home of state championship contenders in both girls and boys golf.

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Art brings heart to environmental protection — and stormwater?

Apr 09, 2026 | By:

You’ve probably seen the art work adorning storm drains at four locations in Gig Harbor. These are the artists who made them.

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Meet the poets coming to TCC’s Poetry in the Harbor

Apr 09, 2026 | By:

Michael Spence, Peter Ludwin, Katharine Threat and Chris Vega will read their works on April 23 at the Gig Harbor branch of Tacoma Community College.

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A Curious Bear is coming to downtown Gig Harbor

Apr 08, 2026 | By:

The Curious Bear Toy and Book Shop will open in the former Bird Nest Gallery location on Tarabochia Street as soon as next month.

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Peninsula fastpitch shuts out Gig Harbor, 10-0

Apr 08, 2026 | By:

After his team shellacked Gig Harbor 10-0 on Tuesday, April 7, Peninsula fastpitch coach Mike Paul made a bold statement. He declared this year’s Seahawks (9-1, 6-0 Puget Sound League) his “most talented (team) ever.” That’s saying a lot, given that his 2023 team went 29-2 and won the Class 3A state title. Did you

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PenLight board elections are happening now. These are the candidates

Apr 07, 2026 | By:

We asked to interview all six candidates for three seats on the PenLight board of directors. Only one agreed to speak with us.

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Harbor Happenings | Sasquatch lurks at Harbor Family Park

Apr 07, 2026 | By:

PenMet Parks’ Great Sasquatch Hunt is at Harbor Family Park this week. Pick up a passport at the park and find the five Sasquatches hiding there. Use each critters’ stamp to mark your passport. When you find all five Sasquatches, turn in your passport at the PenMet Recreation Center, 2524 14th Ave. NW for a

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