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

Sports Beat | Tides win district swimming title; Seahawks third

Nov 07, 2025 | By:

In girls soccer, Gig Harbor defeats Peninsula to advance to the district title game on Saturday, Nov. 8. Both the Tides and Seahawks have already qualified for state.

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State suspends treatment provider’s license

Nov 07, 2025 | By:

Peninsula Counseling is closely linked with Rainier Recovery, and DOH alleges that Rainier’s former CEO was involved with it.

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Updated equipment puts Peninsula High School actors in a new light

Nov 06, 2025 | By:

Peninsula School District this year installed new auditorium lighting, including an upgraded stage-lighting system that replaces antiquated equipment dating to the 1960s.

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FISH, other foods banks experiencing record demand due to government shutdown

Nov 06, 2025 | By:

With SNAP benefits not available and federal workers not getting paid, more people are turning to food banks like Gig Harbor Peninsula FISH.

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Authors gather for annual Write in the Harbor conference

Nov 06, 2025 | By:

The annual Write in the Harbor conference takes place this weekend on Tacoma Community College’s Gig Harbor campus. This year’s theme  – Craft, Creativity and Connection – aims to provide “Inspiring Words, Artistic Expression and Meaningful Connection.” The conference begins Friday, Nov. 7 with a reception at 6:30 p.m. and welcoming address by keynote speaker

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Krishnadasan wins 26th District Senate seat

Nov 05, 2025 | By:

Deb Krishnadasan, an appointed incumbent, now leads the race for state Senate by nearly 2,000 votes.

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The ‘Jonny Appleseeds’ of Manila clams and Pacific oysters

Nov 05, 2025 | By:

A Fish and Wildlife biologist discussed shellfish management efforts last week during the KGI Watershed Council’s annual State of the Watershed meeting.

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Gig Harbor Now notice of 2025 annual meeting

Nov 05, 2025 | By:

Gig Harbor Now notice of annual meeting

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Medical care at jails gets more expensive as contractors pull out of Washington state

Nov 05, 2025 | By:

Jails 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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