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Gig Harbor Now is a nonprofit hyperlocal news organization founded in 2021 to inform, entertain and connect the Greater Gig Harbor community.
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Two men say security at a Let's Go Washington rally at Gig Harbor High School barred them from attending, which they argue is a violation of school district policy. Those involved traded allegations of assault.

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Police investigate scuffle at Let’s Go Washington rally - Gig Harbor Now
Two men say security at the rally barred them from attending, while people involved trade allegations of assault.
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November 18, 2025 at 6:04 PM
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Updated vote totals posted Wednesday afternoon show Deb Krishnadasan now leading by nearly 2,000 votes out of 38,000 cast in the race for the 26th District state Senate seat.

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Krishnadasan's lead holds after second day of ballot counting - Gig Harbor Now
Deb Krishnadasan, an appointed incumbent, now leads the race for state Senate by nearly 2,000 votes.
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November 6, 2025 at 12:36 AM
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Gig Harbor-area election results:

✔️ Krishnadasan leads Caldier in the 26th District Senate race.
✔️ Gig Harbor voters are rejecting the Cultural Access sales tax proposal.
✔️ Leighton, Lantz and Lykins lead for Charter Review Commission.

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Krishnadasan leads in 26th District; city voters rejecting Cultural Access tax - Gig Harbor Now
In other results, Stone defeats Woock in a battle of city council incumbents, while Lykins, Leighton and Lantz lead the charter commission races.
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November 5, 2025 at 4:46 AM
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Kitsap County has posted election results. In the Kitsap portion of the 26th District, Krishnadasan leads Caldier 53%-47%. Still waiting for Pierce Co. results.
November 5, 2025 at 4:16 AM
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Breaking: Gig Harbor-based Heritage Distilling will close tasting rooms in Washington and Oregon, including its flagship at the corner of Pioneer Way and Harborview Drive, effective Dec. 13:

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Heritage closing tasting rooms in Washington and Oregon, including here - Gig Harbor Now
The closures include Heritage's flagship tasting room at one of Gig Harbor's most prominent locations, the corner of Pioneer Way and Harborview Drive.
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October 23, 2025 at 12:54 PM
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New program helps incarcerated women get ink un-done - Gig Harbor Now
The 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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October 16, 2025 at 3:20 AM
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Our coverage of 2025 local elections continue with profiles of the two candidates for mayor of Gig Harbor. First up: Incumbent Mary Barber, who once helped Lisa Murkowski win re-election to the U.S. Senate as a write-in candidate:
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Barber emphasizes collaborative community governance in mayoral bid - Gig Harbor Now
Mary Barber, appointed mayor almost a year ago, is running for a full term with an eye on community input and collaboration.
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October 9, 2025 at 5:55 PM
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A local group called Thriving Generation, organized by educators, faith leaders and medical professionals, is trying to encourage kids to put down their phones and interact IRL.

A campaign kickoff event is scheduled for Oct. 10 at Gateway Park.
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Thriving Generation group aims to get families to put their phones down - Gig Harbor Now
Thriving Generation, a newly formed group, hosts a campaign kickoff on Oct. 10 and hopes families will participate in a phone-free weekend in November.
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October 1, 2025 at 11:08 PM
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A preliminary application filed by Rush Companies last month calls for 108 middle-income apartment units, and possibly a medical or assisted living facility, on undeveloped land near St. Anthony and Target.
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North Annex proposal calls for apartments on Canterwood Blvd. - Gig Harbor Now
The Gig Harbor North Annex proposal, located near St. Anthony Hospital and Target, would bring 108 apartments to land on Canterwood Boulevard.
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September 30, 2025 at 7:49 PM
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Tray Federici will be Gig Harbor's new permanent police chief, the city announced this morning. Federici has been the interim chief since Kelly Busey retired in June. Look for a story later today.
September 22, 2025 at 3:33 PM
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Peninsula School District’s new Drone Drill Team will present its inaugural performance at 8 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 18, at Gig Harbor High School. The performance is open to the public at no cost.
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First performance of drone team has school district buzzing - Gig Harbor Now
The Drone Team takes to the skies on Thursday (Sept. 17) at Gig Harbor High School for its first performance.
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September 17, 2025 at 8:32 PM
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The city of Gig Harbor's Parks Commission has recommended against restoring the former Masonic Lodge at Crescent Creek Park. The City Council will have the final say.

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Gig Harbor Parks Commission recommends against restoring Masonic Lodge - Gig Harbor Now
The price tag for restoring the lodge at Crescent Creek Park was key to the recommendation. The city council will consider it this week.
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September 10, 2025 at 3:26 PM
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Final: Gig Harbor 35, Peninsula 14. #FishBowl #wafbscores
September 7, 2025 at 2:59 AM
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Peninsula QB McConnell scores from 2 yards out, now Gig Harbor 28, Peninsula 14. #FishBowl #wafbscores
September 7, 2025 at 2:00 AM
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Shearer another score and it's Gug Harbor 28, Peninsula 7. #FishBowl #wafbscores
September 7, 2025 at 1:37 AM
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GH scores again as time expires in the second quarter. Halftime score: Tides 21, Seahawks 7. #FishBowl #wafbscores
September 7, 2025 at 1:05 AM
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Wilson West 6-yard TD run for GH, Tides lead 14-7. #FishBowl #wafbscores
September 7, 2025 at 12:51 AM
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Ian Shearer of Gig Harbor with an 8-yard TD run to tie it at 7. #FishBowl #wafbscores
September 7, 2025 at 12:27 AM
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And we have our first score: Jacob Martin of Peninsula with a 15-yard reception. Peninsula 7, GH 0. #FishBowl #wafbscores
September 7, 2025 at 12:08 AM
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And we're off! #FishBowl #wafbscores
September 7, 2025 at 12:00 AM
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Peninsula vs Gig Harbor kicks off in one hour at Mount Tahoma Stadium. #FishBowl #wafbscores
September 6, 2025 at 10:54 PM
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The four finalists for the city's police chief post are Tray Federici, James Mjor, Dan Schoonmaker and Tom Yabe. Mayor Mary Barber said Thursday that the city hopes to make a decision in the next several weeks.

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City introduces four finalists for police chief post - Gig Harbor Now
The four finalists for the city's police chief post are Tray Federici, James Mjor, Dan Schoonmaker and Tom Yabe.
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September 5, 2025 at 2:50 AM
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The finalists for the Gig Harbor police chief job are Tom Yabe (Steilacoom police chief), Dan Schoonmaker (former Poulsbo chief), WSP Assistant Chief James Mjor and GHPD interim chief Tray Federici.
September 4, 2025 at 10:42 PM
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The 47th Fish Bowl is Saturday at Mount Tahoma Stadium. Here are some of the key players and storylines in the annual game between Peninsula and Gig Harbor high schools:

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New coaches lead both teams into 47th Fish Bowl - Gig Harbor Now
Fish Bowl kicks off at 5 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 6, at Mount Tahoma Stadium. Expect a blend of the familiar and the new from both teams.
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September 4, 2025 at 9:23 PM
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Planned Parenthood operates 30 health centers in Washington, including in Bremerton and Tacoma. The organization says it plans to close none of them, despite an "existential" loss of funding.

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Planned Parenthood will keep clinics open, despite 'existential' funding loss - Gig Harbor Now
Planned Parenthood operates 30 health centers in Washington, including in Bremerton and Tacoma. The organization faces a potential loss of key federal and state funds.
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September 4, 2025 at 2:51 PM