Gig Harbor Police Blotter | Passer-by makes off with dropped cash
Nov 20, 2025 | By: Vince DiceThe man was carrying $300 in cash in a money clip in his back pocket.
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Police investigate scuffle at Let’s Go Washington rally
Nov 18, 2025 | By: Vince DiceTwo men say security at the rally barred them from attending, while people involved trade allegations of assault.
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Medical care at jails gets more expensive as contractors pull out of Washington state
Nov 05, 2025 | By: Conor WilsonJails routinely get only one or two contract bids because the handful of companies that provide such services are leery of insurance costs and legal liabilities.
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Gig Harbor Police Blotter | Drive-by eggings plague Gig Harbor
Oct 30, 2025 | By: Vince DiceEditor’s note: The Blotter is written based on information provided by Gig Harbor Police , Gig Harbor Fire & Medic One and the Pierce County Sheriff’s Office. Gig Harbor police arrested three teenagers who wreaked havoc around the area on Oct. 22, throwing eggs at several vehicles before crashing a car into a light pole. The trio of troublemakers were also involved
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‘Washington needs more’ programs like this one, auditor’s report finds
Oct 27, 2025 | By: Conor WilsonCARES programs connect people who called 911 with services and support to minimize the likelihood of them needing to go the ER again.
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Gig Harbor Police Blotter | Gig Harbor woman dies in collision in Gorst
Oct 16, 2025 | By: Vince DiceAlso in today’s blotter: A shoplifter with a long history, a police impersonator and more.
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New program helps incarcerated women get ink un-done
Oct 15, 2025 | By: Marsha HartThe tattoo removal program at the Washington Corrections Center for Women helps remove traumatic symbols, thanks to Lissé Medical Aesthetics of Gig Harbor.
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City hires Federici as permanent police chief
Sep 22, 2025 | By: Vince DiceTray Federici will be the Gig Harbor police chief on a permanent basis, the city announced early on Monday, Sept. 22. Federici, has been the interim chief since Kelly Busey retired in June. He was among four finalists the city announced at an open house earlier this month. “I’m humbled and excited to carry forward
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Gig Harbor Police Blotter | Hot dog! Pet owner cited for leaving pups in parking lot
Sep 16, 2025 | By: Vince DiceEditor’s note: The Blotter is written based on information provided by Gig Harbor Police , Gig Harbor Fire & Medic One and the Pierce County Sheriff’s Office. Gig Harbor police cited a 50-year-old Gig Harbor woman on suspicion of animal cruelty after she left three dogs inside a car in the Target parking lot on the afternoon of Aug. 23. Other shoppers
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Police arrest suspect in wave of mail thefts, find mailbox ‘master key’
Sep 10, 2025 | By: Vince DiceThe key is normally used by mail carriers to access community mailbox banks. It fell into the wrong hands.
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