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

Gig Harbor Police Blotter | Remains found at Purdy Park and Ride a year ago identified

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.

Jun 17, 2025 | By: Charlee Glock-Jackson

Also on Saturday: Make Music Day at Uptown Gig Harbor.

Jun 16, 2025 | By: Christina T Henry

Aramark takes over the contract from Sodexo starting next fall. Here’s what will be on the menu.

Jun 16, 2025 | By: Greg Spadoni

Greg Spadoni compares scenes from “Hit,” the movie filmed in Gig Harbor, with current-day photos of the same locations.

Jun 14, 2025 | By: Carolyn Bick

The No Kings demonstrators protested against Donald Trump’s administration on the president’s birthday.

Jun 13, 2025 | By: Dennis Browne

Gig Harbor and Peninsula athletes earned all-conference honors following the spring sports season.

Jun 13, 2025 | By: Tonya Strickland

The Mountaineer Tree is an approximately 218-foot-tall living legend that’s called Tacoma home since the 1500s.

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