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

Day Tripper | A visit to Poulsbo, Washington’s Little Norway

Dec 24, 2024 | By: Mary Williams

Out of town guests almost always enjoy a trip to Poulsbo, the center of Scandinavian culture on the Kitsap Peninsula.

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Harbor Happenings | Hanukkah celebrated at Skansie Park

Dec 24, 2024 | By:

The downtown Gig Harbor Hanukkah celebration starts at 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 29.

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Local Salvation Army behind on Red Kettle fundraiser

Dec 23, 2024 | By:

Donations to the Salvation Army’s iconic Red Kettles are down about 30%, the local branch of the organization said.

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Rush applies to build triplexes in Purdy ahead of zoning change

Dec 23, 2024 | By:

The company has filed an application for 30 triplexes near Peninsula High and Purdy Elementary, under current zoning regulations.

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Sports Beat | Tides knock off Bellarmine in return of heated rivarly

Dec 23, 2024 | By:

Gig Harbor prevailed in a seesaw battle against Bellarmine Prep, thanks in part to a fourth-quarter 3-pointer by Jack Johnsen.

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Aging population strain local hospitals’ resources

Dec 20, 2024 | By:

The aging population of the wider West Sound region stresses Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, which operates St. Anthony and St. Michael.

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Gig Harbor, other cities trying to ease financial burden on seniors

Dec 19, 2024 | By:

Gig Harbor, among other steps, is considering expanding how many seniors can participate in its utility rate reduction program.

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Gig Harbor Police Blotter | Officers warn of purse-snatchings

Dec 19, 2024 | By:

Also this week, an attempted ATM theft and a food delivery driver who was in a hurry.

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Storm, tides made for a weird weather Wednesday

Dec 19, 2024 | By:

High winds swept through Western Washington on Wednesday, Dec. 18, as a Pacific storm system moved across the region. The National Weather Service recorded the highest wind gust at 90 mph on Crystal Mountain, near Mount Rainier. Tacoma recorded gusts of 60 mph.  Peninsula Light reported about 11,000 customers were without power across its service

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Toy Drive makes Christmas merrier for 975 local children

Dec 18, 2024 | By:

150 volunteers helped out with the Gig Harbor Peninsula FISH Toy Drive, which wrapped up this week.

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