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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.
Read More about Sports Beat | Tides fall after allowing two punt return touchdowns to Mount Tahoma
Java & Clay Cafe is the kind of cozy creative space that invites folks to grab a coffee, sit down and make something beautiful.
Read More about Two in Tow & On The Go: A Day at Java & Clay Cafe
Also in today’s blotter: A shoplifter with a long history, a police impersonator and more.
Read More about Gig Harbor Police Blotter | Gig Harbor woman dies in collision in Gorst
Jeni Woock and Emily Stone serve together on the Gig Harbor City Council. Now they’re running against each other for one seat.
Read More about Gig Harbor City Council Position 3 | Incumbents face off for one post
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.
Read More about Gig Harbor City Council Position 4 | Two names on the ballot, but only one candidate
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
Read More about Gig Harbor City Council Position 2 | Younger voices seek position on council
The tattoo removal program at the Washington Corrections Center for Women helps remove traumatic symbols, thanks to Lissé Medical Aesthetics of Gig Harbor.
Read More about New program helps incarcerated women get ink un-done
David Olson is the longest-serving member of the Peninsula School Board. Jonathan Appleton is making his first run for elected office.
Read More about Peninsula School Board Position 5 | Longtime incumbent vs. first-time candidate
PSD’s Position 2 race matches Matthew Bruhn and Emily DuCharme.
Read More about Peninsula School Board Position 2 | Two first-time candidates seek seat
The annual Witches Brew paddle through the harbor takes place on Saturday, Oct. 18. Paddlers in stand-up paddle boards and kayaks will meet at the public boat launch on Randal Street at 2 p.m. (You can also launch from anywhere in the harbor and meet up at the Randal Street launch). A cauldron at the
Read More about Harbor Happenings | Witches hit the water on Saturday