City introduces four finalists for police chief post
Sep 04, 2025 | By: Vince DiceThe four finalists for the city’s police chief post are Tray Federici, James Mjor, Dan Schoonmaker and Tom Yabe.
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County erred in removing Purdy from urban growth area, state’s Growth Management Hearings Board rules
Sep 04, 2025 | By: Ted Kenney“In retracting Purdy from the UGA, the County failed to account for the reality that Purdy’s built environment is characterized by urban growth, not rural development,” the board ruled.
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City to hold police chief open house Thursday
Sep 02, 2025 | By: Carolyn BickMembers of the public can meet four finalists for the city police chief position on Thursday; the city declined to say who they are.
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Court puts new Madrona Links operator on hold
Sep 01, 2025 | By: Ed FriedrichPenMet Parks sought to replace Stutsman Enterprise with Troon Golf on Sept. 1, but the court granted Stutsman a temporary restraining order.
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Stoplight finally directing traffic at Wollochet-Wagner crossing
Aug 28, 2025 | By: Gig Harbor Now StaffThe project was expected to be completed in a few months, but supply chain issues extended it to more than a year.
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PenMet announces fall closure of Tacoma DeMolay Sandspit Park
Aug 27, 2025 | By: Vince DiceThe 10-week closure of the beloved DeMolay Sandspit Park on Fox Island allows removal of a bulkhead and restoration of a beach.
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PenMet adding 39 acres to McCormick Forest Park
Aug 27, 2025 | By: Ed FriedrichThe park district was awarded a second grant Tuesday, the two of which will cover the estimated $1.7 million cost.
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City considers updating sign code to include all signs, not just commercial ones
Aug 25, 2025 | By: Carolyn BickThe proposed new code would cover political signs, as well as those promoting businesses. Signs still wouldn’t be permitted in roundabouts.
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Pierce County seeks public’s experiences with sea level rise amid increase in flooding
Aug 21, 2025 | By: Carolyn BickFlooding has afflicted homes and businesses in the peninsula and across the county in recent years. Pierce officials want to learn more.
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Krishnadasan won primary election by 1,158 votes
Aug 20, 2025 | By: Vince DiceCaldier led the primary election in early returns, but late-arriving ballots boosted Krishnadasan. Both candidates advance to the general.
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