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Nonprofit identifies hundreds of potential fish passage barriers on Gig Harbor Peninsula

Feb 05, 2026 | By:

A May 2025 study conducted by the Wild Fish Conservancy identified at least 378 in-stream structures on the Gig Harbor Peninsula.

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PenMet budget in solid shape, staff tells commissioners

Feb 04, 2026 | By: Suzanne Roig

Revenues came in higher and expenses lower than the park district anticipated.

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City expects to complete Homeport project by year’s end

Jan 29, 2026 | By:

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers accepted an updated mitigation plan, allowing work on the long-awaited Commercial Fishing Homeport to proceed.

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City Council approves Crescent Creek Park master plan

Jan 28, 2026 | By:

The city of Gig Harbor will revamp its popular Crescent Creek Park, while leaving the future of the old Masonic Lodge aside for now.

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Plaque honors former mayor Chuck Hunter for work on Donkey Creek ‘daylighting’

Jan 26, 2026 | By:

The former construction professional spearheaded efforts to get the new bridge built, removing a fish-passage barrier on Donkey Creek.

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DeMolay Sandspit open again, but another closure is coming this summer

Jan 22, 2026 | By: Suzanne Roig

After removing a seawall and two recently acquired buildings, an even more extensive project is planned for Tacoma DeMolay Sandspit Park this year.

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Legislators see a threat in Pierce County Sheriff Swank’s committee testimony

Jan 19, 2026 | By: Jake Goldstein-Street/Washington State Standard

Three legislators, including a former Snohomish County sheriff, say Swank tried to intimidate lawmakers while testifying about proposed legislation on masks, sheriff qualifications and more.

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City may explore putting stormwater park at property it owns on Soundview Drive

Jan 15, 2026 | By:

Grant funds would cover a feasibility study for the stormwater park, which would manage stormwater runoff and provide recreational opportunities.

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Challengers emerge for both 26th District state representatives

Jan 14, 2026 | By:

Gig Harbor Republicans Katy Cornell and David Olson will run against freshman Democrat Adison Richards, while Democrat Renee Hernandez Greenfield challenges veteran Republican legislator Michelle Caldier Valdez.

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Hearing examiner denies Kensington Gardens expansion

Jan 13, 2026 | By:

The decision puts up a roadblock on plans for six new buildings on the property in rural Gig Harbor. Kensington Gardens appealed it.

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