Gig Harbor Now reporters cover community events and efforts that benefit and entertain the community.
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The anthology, compiled by Drienie Hattingh of Gig Harbor, includes reflections on life along and in the Salish Sea.
Read More about ‘Amidst the Changing Tides’ shares stories of a personal connection to the water
Christiana “Roo” Truebenbach, 17, is among those competing this week during the USA Stand-Up Paddleboard National Championships in Gig Harbor.
Read More about Gig Harbor teen ready to race on the national stage
The council voted 5-1 to adopt a 12-year multi-family tax exemption program. But what happens after 12 years?
Read More about City adopts tax incentive program to encourage affordable housing
An absolutely packed weekend is ahead, with the Open Studio Tour, Fish Bowl, the USA SUP National Championships and more.
Read More about Harbor Happenings | Open Studio Tour, paddle championships, Fish Bowl and more
Work starts Wednesday on a relatively low-cost project to improve safety on Highway 302 in Purdy, according to WSDOT.
Read More about Sign, not median, will restrict left turns from Burnham to northbound Highway 302
The city wants to make it easier for homeowners to build accessory dwelling units.
Read More about Planning Commission recommends higher building threshold in low-density areas
Activity buses will operate four days a week, instead of two, which the district expects will allow more kids to participate.
Read More about Peninsula School District expands activity bus schedule so more kids can participate
B’s Bagels outgrew its current location on Uddenberg Lane and will move to the former O’Looney’s Pub location next spring.
Read More about B’s Bagels to move to a new home
Gig Harbor Fire and Medic One Chief Dennis Doan mourned both those who died on Sept. 11 and those who died in the 25 years since at Friday’s ceremony.
Read More about Sept. 11 attack still killing firefighters, chief says on 25th anniversary of tragedy
Along with eliminating a lane of southbound Highway 302, WSDOT will block left turns from Burnham Drive to northbound 302.
Read More about Lane of southbound Highway 302 permanently closing next week