Photos | Final Waterfront Farmers Market of 2025
Aug 29, 2025 | By: Vince DiceSee photos of the final Waterfront Farmers Market of 2025.
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Two in Tow & On the Go | Dash on over to this Tacoma park
Aug 29, 2025 | By: Tonya StricklandDash Point Park & Pier has sandy saltwater beach, fishing access, a picnic shelter, public restrooms, parking, and a small beach playground. The area is known as a beachy/cool/small-community that’s largely maintained that vibe over the decades.
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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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BoatShop volunteers bring pre-20th century oars into the present
Aug 26, 2025 | By: Carolyn BickThe Gig Harbor BoatShop’s Community Boat Restoration Program is making spoon blade oars in much the same way craftsmen did in the late 19th century.
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Day Tripper | Flying high at the Museum of Flight
Aug 26, 2025 | By: Mary WilliamsWhen Day Tripper columnist Mary Williams heard that someone had covered a retired Soviet jet in beads, her question was: Why? She visited the Museum of Flight to find out.
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Harbor Hapenings | Summer unofficially draws to a close
Aug 26, 2025 | By: Charlee Glock-JacksonAccording to the calendar, summer continues for a few more weeks. But the end of Summer Sounds and the farmers market and the start of school says otherwise.
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Food banks, farmers reeling after elimination of purchasing assistance program
Aug 25, 2025 | By: Conor WilsonA federal program helped food banks buy produce from local farmers. It won’t be available next year.
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Gig Harbor Now and Then | A history mystery at the Donkey Creek Bridge
Aug 25, 2025 | By: Greg SpadoniThe Donkey Creek Bridge used to be dangerous for both drivers and pedestrians. But until recently, it was hard to figure out why.
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