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

Hundreds protest against Trump administration in largest political demonstration in Gig Harbor history

Apr 05, 2025 | By:

Hundreds of people lined Point Fosdick and Olympic drives on Saturday, April 5, for a Hands Off demonstration against the Trump administration. The Gig Harbor protest was one of hundreds across the country on Saturday. Local organizers from Indivisible Gig Harbor and other organizations called it the largest political protest in Gig Harbor history. Protesters

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Sports Beat | Gig Harbor’s Snyder is third-ranked high school golfer in the country

Apr 04, 2025 | By:

Also in this week’s sports column: The strangest ending to a baseball game you’ve likely ever heard of.

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Two In Tow & On The Go | $2 movies and the Skittles machine

Apr 04, 2025 | By:

For affordable kid fun, the $2 throwback films for kids at Galaxy Theatres are a sure bet each summer — and we’re currently enjoying the seasonal specials going on now for $2 per ticket for showtimes at this month’s Spring Fest.

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Photos: Low-tide walk at Tacoma DeMolay Sandspit Nature Preserve

Apr 03, 2025 | By:

Carolyn Bick tagged along with Harbor WildWatch on a recent low-tide beach walk on Fox Island. Here’s what they saw.

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Gig Harbor Police Blotter | Man arrested after threatening neighbors on Vernhardson

Apr 02, 2025 | By:

Also this week: A “very nice” 1990s Honda Civic and theft of a tip jar.

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New principal selected for Gig Harbor High School, current principal takes early leave 

Apr 02, 2025 | By:

Bob Marshall, a former PSD teacher and the current principal at North Kitsap High in Poulsbo, will take over from Michele Suiter.

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Military medicine cutbacks put strain on civilian health care system — as well as service members and retirees

Apr 01, 2025 | By:

Naval Hospital Bremerton offers fewer services than it did just a few years ago, forcing many patients into the overburdened civilian system.

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New Gig Harbor baseball coach comes from a family of Peninsula Seahawks

Apr 01, 2025 | By:

Both of Ben Sleeter’s sons play for Peninsula High, and his wife is an assistant volleyball coach there.

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Harbor Happenings | This 5K hits the streets on Saturday — no foolin’

Apr 01, 2025 | By:

The first Fools Run, hosted by the Gig Harbor Chamber, includes a post-race celebration on Judson Street.

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