Ed Friedrich

Ed Friedrich is a longtime local journalist and Gig Harbor resident. He worked 35 years at the Kitsap Sun as a sportswriter, copy editor, page designer, news reporter, news editor and rubber band shooter. A South Kitsap native, Ed first moved to Gig Harbor while a student at the University of Puget Sound in the late 1970s and has witnessed a new community grow from old roots during the ensuing half century. He is a creek freak, weather geek, scanner addict, and digs kayaking and saltwater swimming at his Key Peninsula cabin.

Supply chain delay suspends Wagner Way traffic signal project

Jan 20, 2025

The city expects to resume the Wollochet Drive-Wagner Way project when signal components and streetlight poles arrive in the spring.

New legislators tackle deficit in debut session

Jan 13, 2025

Adison Richards and Deb Krishnadasan joined veteran lawmaker Michelle Caldier for the annual 26th District Legislative Sendoff.

Kilmer closing the book on political career

Dec 26, 2024

After eight years in the state Legislature and 12 in Congress, Derek Kilmer will shift careers to the Rockefeller Foundation’s philanthropic work.

Parks projects off the ground but long way to go

Dec 04, 2024

PenMet Parks’ DeMolay Sandspit and Peninsula Gardens projects face months if not years of design and permitting before construction can begin.

Markley steps down as Gig Harbor mayor

Nov 18, 2024

Markley said she is is leaving to focus more on family health issues. Mayor Pro Tempore Brenda Lykins will take over until a replacement is appointed.

Tacoma Narrows losing trees, possibly gaining air show

Nov 14, 2024

The trees must be cut down to comply with FAA safety standards. In other airport news, Tacoma Narrows is pursuing a new air show after a two-year absence.

PenMet Parks board approves condemnation of missing golf course parcel

Nov 06, 2024

The parks district says its only option to ensure Madrona Links remains an 18-hole public course is to acquire a 14.3-acre privately owned parcel through eminent domain.

YMCA makes pitch to cap off sports field funding

Oct 28, 2024

The Tom Taylor Family YMCA, having raised $5.5 million of $7 million needed to build two lighted, artificially turfed fields, seeks help reaching the finish line.

PenMet halts golf course lease, will consider eminent domain on missing parcel

Oct 22, 2024

The parks district terminated its operating agreement with Tyson and will vote whether to acquire 14 acres through eminent domain. Golfers shouldn’t notice any difference.

Vision for future Peninsula Gardens park emerges

Oct 17, 2024

Consultants working with the community create a master plan for the former nursery that includes all the desired amenities they could reasonably fit.