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The city proposes a 1.9% increase in spending in 2025-26, which is significantly less than inflation.
Read More about City nearly ready to adopt budget for next two years
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.
Read More about Markley steps down as Gig Harbor mayor
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.
Read More about Tacoma Narrows losing trees, possibly gaining air show
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.
Read More about PenMet Parks board approves condemnation of missing golf course parcel
Although Election Day has passed, Democrats in Washington’s 26th Legislative District are gearing up for another few weeks of quasi-campaigning as they decide who should replace state Sen. Emily Randall. Randall, D-Bremerton, won election to Congress during Tuesday’s general election. She will resign as senator representing the 26th Legislative District, which includes Gig Harbor, the
Read More about With Randall on her way to Congress, who replaces her in the Legislature?
Adison Richards, a Peninsula High graduate who now lives in Bremerton, appears likely to defeat former Rep. Jesse Young for a seat in the state House.
Read More about Randall leading race for Congress; Richards, Caldier winning legislative races
Voters in the Gig Harbor area were eager to cast their ballots in the 2024 election. As of Monday, Nov. 4, Pierce County reported having already received ballots from 65.49% of registered voters in Gig Harbor. That’s the highest ballot return level of any city or large jurisdiction in Pierce County. The trend extends outside
Read More about Over 60% of Gig Harbor-area voters have already cast ballots in 2024 election
The city of Gig Harbor has taken in less revenue than expected in 2024, but it has also spent less than expected.
Read More about City revenue up, expenses down as council begins mulling the next budget
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.
Read More about PenMet halts golf course lease, will consider eminent domain on missing parcel
Leaving Highway 16 at Burnham Drive and turning left onto Sehmel Drive has always meant a quick shift into rural mode. As drivers navigate the winding two-lane road through Swede Hill and North Rosedale, over hills and alongside woods and scattered residences, there’s nary a place to shop or fill the gas tank before arriving
Read More about A filling station in the forest? Developers propose bringing gas, retail and more to the heart of Swede Hill