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Gig Harbor Now reporters chase down news that affects community residents, providing facts with context and perspective.

New Peninsula School District chief focused on students’ reentry, healing

Sep 05, 2021 | By:

Peninsula School District Superintendent Krestin Bahr takes charge amid a persistent surge in COVID-19 cases from the delta variant.

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Filkins: Seahawks ‘tremendously disappointing’ in season opener

Sep 04, 2021 | By:

After more than a year without fans filling the seats, Peninsula’s season-opener against the 3A powerhouse Bellevue Wolverines was not how the Seahawks envisioned their return to Friday night lights in front of a packed home crowd. On paper, the non-league football matchup appeared enticing. The Seahawks and Wolverines entered the contest ranked No. 6

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Peninsula schools to reopen amid rise in COVID cases

Sep 04, 2021 | By:

Students will be returning to school, though in masks, five days a week: “That will be our moment of celebration,” one teacher says.

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Seahawks Football ready for normal, and fun, season

Sep 03, 2021 | By:

The eight-ranked Seahawks open the season at home Sept. 3 against No. 4 powerhouse Bellevue. They’re coming off five straight winning seasons.

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Narrows Bridge toll increase should be the last

Sep 03, 2021 | By:

Despite state loans and federal rescue funds, a 25-cent hike is deemed necessary.

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Poetry walk celebrates Donkey Creek salmon run

Sep 03, 2021 | By:

Poets put into verse the November return of chum salmon to Donkey Creek Park for walkers along the stream bank.

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Harborview roundabout work snarling traffic

Sep 03, 2021 | By:

Work has begun on construction of a roundabout at the intersection of Harborview Drive and Stinson Avenue in downtown Gig Harbor. Drivers and pedestrians alike will be affected by the project, which will be done in three phases. The first phase, which involves relocating underground utilities, is expected to last through October, according to Public

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New Peninsula schools completed ahead of schedule

Sep 03, 2021 | By:

Three new Peninsula schools will be ready for students on Sept. 7 and the fourth, Artondale, will open later in the fall.

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