Gig Harbor Now reporters cover community events and efforts that benefit and entertain the community.
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Sixth-ranked Gig Harbor (13-2-1) secured a spot in the Class 3A boys soccer state tournament for the 11th straight year with 4-1 win over Timberline on May 12 and a 3-2 win over Auburn Mountainview on May 14. Both games were in the District III tournament. Henry Blake did the heavy lifting against Timberline with
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Baurichter won league titles in singles as a sophomore and doubles as a junior. What will her senior season bring?
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Seeking a less stressful theater drop-off routine helped us find hidden critters and calm in Nori Kimura’s Tacoma skybridge mural.
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Young people in the Gig Harbor area visit hospitals for suicidal ideation at a higher rate than other areas of Pierce County. Mental health professionals are gathering with parents, caregivers and educators to tackle the problem.
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The Capture WA contest combines two of Tyler Freeman’s passions: Photography and helping refugees.
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The solar array at the old Purdy landfill site can open as soon as Pierce County and PenLight finalize a couple of agreements.
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The Rotary Club of Gig Harbor wants to help organize volunteer efforts to improve the health of North Creek and its watershed.
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We spoke with Mayor Mary Barber and City Administrator Katrina Knutson about legislation the city supported and opposed during the 2026 legislative session.
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Some classic boats will sail into the harbor this weekend. So will craft brewers and cider makers.
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The first Harbor in Bloom Spring Faire is scheduled for 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, May 16, at the Civic Center green on Grandview Street.
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