Gig Harbor Now reporters chase down news that affects community residents, providing facts with context and perspective.
Police responded to more drug offenses in 2024, thanks to re-criminalization. Theft declined, but remains the city’s most common crime.
Read More about Gig Harbor sees overall decrease in crime in 2024, increase in some serious crimes, calls for service
Are your children up to date on their vaccines? Here’s a look at immunizations are required for which ages.
Read More about Immunizations urged as back-to-school season approaches
This week’s top events include Airport Day, Chalk the Harbor, and an outdoor movie at Sehmel Park.
Read More about Harbor Happenings | Airport Day touches down at Tacoma Narrows
The ASL group meets every Wednesday to learn new signs and build connections between Deaf and hearing people.
Read More about American Sign Language group offers chance for communities to connect
You can learn a lot by reading newspapers from 72 years ago, including that ketchup was a bargain in 1953.
Read More about Gig Harbor Now and Then | The latest news from 1953
Krishandasan leads the primary by 157 votes after Caldier was up by 89 on election night. Both candidates advance to the general.
Read More about Krishnadasan overtakes Caldier in 26th District Senate primary
Pierce County invites the public to comment on a Determination of Significance, which is required when a project is likely to cause significant adverse environmental impacts.
Read More about County seeking comments on Fox Island Bridge replacement
Traffic on eastbound Highway 16 backed up six miles following the collision.
Read More about Six injured in collision that backed up Highway 16 traffic
The city of Gig Harbor is studying many options to expand access to affordable housing — not just a multi-family tax exemption.
Read More about Op-ed | Gig Harbor faces housing challenges, state mandates
Both candidates will advance to the general election; the primary results show the race is every bit as close as expected.
Read More about Caldier leads by 89 votes in 26th District Senate primary