Gig Harbor Now and Then | Our not-so-mysterious Location of Mystery and the origins of Bay-Island
Jul 13, 2026The location of Mystery No. 2 revealed.
Gig Harbor Now and Then | Log pirates and brand identification
Jun 29, 2026Local loggers in the late 19th and early 20th century branded their timber in an effort to stop thieves who targeted log rafts.
Day Tripper | Back in Ballard
Jun 25, 2026The Day Tripper returns to Ballard, this time enjoying parks, the fish ladder, murals and Nordic art and history.
Gig Harbor Sports Fields thriving in opening months
Jun 25, 2026An estimated 100 to 200 people use the fields every day, though their layout make them inappropriate for certain leagues.
State Department of Transportation announces emergency lane closure near Purdy Bridge
Jun 16, 2026One lane of traffic on the Purdy side of the bridge will close between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. Wednesday, June 17. Traffic will alternate in the remaining lane.
Gig Harbor Now and Then | Early logging laws and another local scoundrel
Jun 15, 2026How did people in the 19th century discern which logs belonged to which logger? Also, the tawdry tale of one Hervey B. Vanderhoof.
Peninsula alumni soccer game brings players home again
Jun 08, 2026The annual Peninsula High alumni soccer game helps raise funds to support current players at the school.
Photos: 2026 Blessing of the Fleet ceremony
Jun 08, 2026Photos from the Blessing of the Fleet ceremony on Sunday, June 7, in Gig Harbor.
The bands, floats and dragons of the 2026 Maritime Gig Grande Parade
Jun 06, 2026From the dancing library carts to the Dragon Boats to school bands: Photos of participants in the Grande Parade.
Did we take your picture at the 2026 Maritime Gig Grande Parade?
Jun 06, 2026Did we take your picture at the 2026 Maritime Gig Grande Parade? Look through these photos to find out.