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Gig Harbor Now reporters cover community events and efforts that benefit and entertain the community.

State Parks flushes Cutts Island floating toilet project

Jun 23, 2025 | By: Ed Friedrich

The state had hoped to open the facility off Kopachuck State Park last spring, but ran into too many obstacles.

Jun 22, 2025 | By: Vince Dice

Photos from the third annual Pride in the Park on Saturday, June 21, 2025.

Jun 20, 2025 | By: Dennis Browne

The former Tide shaved 10 seconds off his best time, putting him squarely in contention for a spot on the 2028 U.S. Olympic team.

Jun 20, 2025 | By: Marsha Hart

Harris Atkins and Richard Russell accomplish more before 5 a.m. than many people do the whole day. And they’re both 92 years old.

Jun 19, 2025 | By: Conor Wilson

The state recorded 25 times more cases of pertussis, or whooping cough, in 2024 than in 2023.

Jun 19, 2025 | By: Jerry Cornfield/Washington State Standard

Legislators removed an exemption on tolls for buses during the 2025 session. The change will cost Pierce Transit about $61,000 a year.

Jun 19, 2025 | By: Gig Harbor Now Staff

The skeletal remains were those of a man who previously had been reported missing in the same area.

Jun 18, 2025 | By: Ed Friedrich

People are invited to experience the new facility for free during a grand-opening celebration on Saturday.

Jun 17, 2025 | By: Gig Harbor Now Staff

Longtime Chief Kelly Busey retires on Monday, June 23. Lt. Tray Federici will be the interim chief, the city announced.

Jun 17, 2025 | By: Ed Friedrich

The pickleball courts also filled up quickly after a ribbon-cutting ceremony honoring Peninsula High alum and running great Doris Heritage.

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