Gabriella Hernandez has a big future in social work and community-building
May 09, 2024Gabriella Hernandez of Peninsula High is a Student of Distinction in the category of Overcoming Adversity.
Sarah Ehler charts a course in science and leadership
May 09, 2024Sarah Ehler of Gig Harbor High School is a Student of Distinction in the category of Science and Technology Achievement.
MacKenzie Boyd turns challenges into triumphs
May 09, 2024MacKenzie Boyd of Peninsula High School is a Student of Distinction in the category of Overcoming Adversity.
Trevor Grayson driven by science and service
May 09, 2024Gig Harbor Now is posting profiles featuring the Students of Distinction being honored by the Greater Gig Harbor Foundation. These students will be celebrated during a banquet from 6 to 9 p.m. on Wednesday, May 15, 2024, at Ocean5, 5268 Point Fosdick Dr. Trevor Grayson School: Gig Harbor High School Category: Science and Technology Achievement
Kaylia Heidelberg scores big on the court and beyond
May 09, 2024Gig Harbor Now is posting profiles featuring the Students of Distinction being honored by the Greater Gig Harbor Foundation. These students will be celebrated during a banquet from 6 to 9 p.m. on Wednesday, May 15, 2024, at Ocean5, 5268 Point Fosdick Dr. Student: Kaylia Heidelberg School: Peninsula High School Category: Athletic Achievement Kaylia Heidelberg
Wellness Wednesday | Ending the stigma: Mental Health Awareness Month
May 07, 2024Mental health is a term that encompasses many conditions. Here are some common symptoms and treatment options.
Letter to the Editor | Linda Pitcher’s ‘The Fleet’ created a lasting impact on Gig Harbor Fishermen
May 02, 2024When Linda Pitcher arrived in Gig Harbor a few years ago, she brought with her a PhD in anthropology from Berkley. She stumbled upon our small community and its rich history of fishing, eventually becoming a volunteer at the History Museum. Linda spent several years meticulously piecing together information on all the commercial fishing boats
Grant helps Rotary continue its Little Food Pantry program
Apr 30, 2024The Rotary Club of Gig Harbor Midday’s Little Food Pantry Project embarks on its fourth year providing emergency food, thanks in part to a matching grant from Rotary International District 5020. The grant provided $3,000 to purchase food to supplement donation and fundraising efforts. Beginning early 2021 with just two pantries, the project has grown
Letter to the Editor | Inappropriate and unkind comments at school board meeting
Apr 29, 2024It seems the only way ongoing forward momentum is made in the Peninsula School District regarding DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion) and HIB (Harassment, Intimidation, Bullying), is to have the news publish an article about it. Thank you for your coverage in February. Since attending school board meetings from the beginning of the school year, I
Letter to the Editor | Initiative sponsor applauds Gig Harbor voters
Apr 26, 2024Gig Harbor taxpayers are clearly tapped out and that’s why this property tax hike got rejected by 70% of voters. Even though proponents cheated by using tax dollars and illegally utilizing city personnel to promote their side, the citizens of Gig Harbor saw through it and overwhelmingly rejected this transparent tax grab. It’s long past