Gig Harbor Now and Then | Aeroplanes and dental drool
Oct 20, 2025 | By: Greg SpadoniWhen was the first aeroplane built on the Peninsula, and by whom?
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Cultural access proposal allows city voters to decide on tax to support nonprofits
Oct 20, 2025 | By: Carolyn BickThe Cultural Access proposition would increase the sales tax by 0.1% to support arts, science and history organizations.
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Photos | No Kings protest draws another large crowd
Oct 19, 2025 | By: Gig Harbor Now StaffThe No Kings demonstration on Saturday was the third sizable protest against the Trump administration since April at Point Fosdick and Olympic.
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Sports Beat | Tides fall after allowing two punt return touchdowns to Mount Tahoma
Oct 19, 2025 | By: Dennis BrowneThe Tides led at halftime before falling to Mount Tahoma, 27-14. Peninsula’s ground game dominated in a 45-20 win over River Ridge.
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Gig Harbor Police Blotter | Gig Harbor woman dies in collision in Gorst
Oct 16, 2025 | By: Vince DiceAlso in today’s blotter: A shoplifter with a long history, a police impersonator and more.
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Gig Harbor City Council Position 3 | Incumbents face off for one post
Oct 15, 2025 | By: Carolyn BickJeni Woock and Emily Stone serve together on the Gig Harbor City Council. Now they’re running against each other for one seat.
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Gig Harbor City Council Position 4 | Two names on the ballot, but only one candidate
Oct 15, 2025 | By: Vince DiceJulie Martin, who previously served on the council for nearly a year, is the only candidate seeking the post. But Dan Wright’s name also appears on ballots.
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Gig Harbor City Council Position 2 | Younger voices seek position on council
Oct 15, 2025 | By: Vince DiceNo matter who wins the election for Position 2 on the Gig Harbor City Council, they will bring the body’s average age down some. The race for Position 2 matches Stephen McDuffie, a 36-year-old father of two who both works for and serves in the U.S. Army Reserves; against Patrick MacLeod Ammann, a 24-year-old mixed
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New program helps incarcerated women get ink un-done
Oct 15, 2025 | By: Marsha HartThe tattoo removal program at the Washington Corrections Center for Women helps remove traumatic symbols, thanks to Lissé Medical Aesthetics of Gig Harbor.
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Peninsula School Board Position 5 | Longtime incumbent vs. first-time candidate
Oct 14, 2025 | By: Christina T HenryDavid Olson is the longest-serving member of the Peninsula School Board. Jonathan Appleton is making his first run for elected office.
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