Gig Harbor Now reporters chase down news that affects community residents, providing facts with context and perspective.
Few new amenities are planned, but some might be moved around and there will be smoother flow among them.
Read More about Master plan pursuing a more connected Crescent Creek Park
At the annual future chefs competition, elementary students learn about nutrition, cooking techniques — and making yummy food.
Read More about ‘Future chefs’ whip up gourmet cuisine while competing in national cook-off
All three Fox Island Bridge alternatives presented Tuesday would require taking five to 10 properties at a cost of $9-12 million and feature a roundabout at the Warren Drive end. The cheapest option would cost at least $209 million.
Read More about Four options emerge for Fox Island bridge replacement
At least one of the victims did not die as a result of the fire or by natural causes, a sheriff’s office spokeswoman said.
Read More about Two found dead following ‘suspicious’ fire on 14th Avenue in Gig Harbor
A Tacoma man racked up more than $52,000 of purchases using fuel cards stolen from city of Gig Harbor-owned vehicles.
Read More about Stolen fuel cards were used 767 times before city noticed
Fire Chief Dennis Doan has been frustrated by a slow design review and streetlight and parking requirements.
Read More about New Kimball fire station making way through approval process
Other upcoming events include an emergency preparedness expo, the spring plant swap and more.
Read More about Harbor Happenings | Possible plans for Crescent Creek Park unveiled April 9
The $500,000 award enables the county to monitor sensitive eelgrass habitat that serves as an indicator of nearshore health.
Read More about Pierce County receives grant to map eelgrass
In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Frank C. Ross had several grandiose plans to build a freight railroad through Gig Harbor. None of them came especially close to fruition.
Read More about Gig Harbor Now and Then | A freight railroad for Gig Harbor
The Harbor History Museum’s Maritime Gallery, featuring the purse seiner Shenandoah, opens April 26.
Read More about Longtime local fisherman donates net for display with Shenandoah