Community

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

Gig Harbor Police Blotter | Man arrested after threatening neighbors on Vernhardson

Apr 02, 2025 | By: Vince Dice

Also this week: A “very nice” 1990s Honda Civic and theft of a tip jar.

New principal selected for Gig Harbor High School, current principal takes early leave

Apr 02, 2025 | By: Christina T Henry

Bob Marshall, a former PSD teacher and the current principal at North Kitsap High in Poulsbo, will take over from Michele Suiter.

Military medicine cutbacks put strain on civilian health care system — as well as service members and retirees

Apr 01, 2025 | By: Conor Wilson

Naval Hospital Bremerton offers fewer services than it did just a few years ago, forcing many patients into the overburdened civilian system.

New Gig Harbor baseball coach comes from a family of Peninsula Seahawks

Apr 01, 2025 | By: Dennis Browne

Both of Ben Sleeter’s sons play for Peninsula High, and his wife is an assistant volleyball coach there.

Harbor Happenings | This 5K hits the streets on Saturday — no foolin’

Apr 01, 2025 | By: Charlee Glock-Jackson

The first Fools Run, hosted by the Gig Harbor Chamber, includes a post-race celebration on Judson Street.

Behind the Finds | Georg, Brigida and John Wolford

Mar 31, 2025 | By: Tonya Strickland

Last week, we told you about Jean Wolford, the little girl who bears a striking resemblance to the author’s niece. Here’s how Jean — whose photo was found in a secondhand store in Port Orchard — came to be a Wolford, instead of a Hauswirth (or a Houseworth).

Open house next week on Fox Island Bridge study

Mar 31, 2025 | By: Ed Friedrich

Pierce County has scheduled a second open house on the type, size and location study for a new Fox Island bridge. The event will be April 8 at Fox Island United Church of Christ, 726 6th Ave. Doors open at 5 p.m. with an opportunity to preview information and talk to the project team. A