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Gig Harbor Now reporters chase down news that affects community residents, providing facts with context and perspective.

Gig Harbor Now and Then | Aeroplanes and dental drool

Oct 20, 2025 | By: Greg Spadoni

When 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:

The 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:

The 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:

The 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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Two in Tow & On The Go: A Day at Java & Clay Cafe

Oct 17, 2025 | By:

Java & Clay Cafe is the kind of cozy creative space that invites folks to grab a coffee, sit down and make something beautiful.

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Gig Harbor Police Blotter | Gig Harbor woman dies in collision in Gorst

Oct 16, 2025 | By:

Also 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:

Jeni 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:

Julie 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:

No 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:

The 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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