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City hosts dozens of events this month. By Anneli
Dec 2, 20193 min read
Holidays in the Harbor
It’s December. The sun rises at 7:30am and sets just after 4pm. The temperatures remain below 50 degrees most days. Clouds, fog and rain...
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Local Business reflects on its history Interview.
Oct 14, 20194 min read
50 Years Strong
Owning and operating your own business can bring about long hours and stress but also incredible triumphs and rewards. Much has changed...
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Gig Harbor’s SUP Festival Returns. Story &
Sep 16, 20194 min read
Walking on Water
Have you ever stood on shore, watching people glide by on stand-up paddle boards (SUP), longing to try it for yourself? Well, mark your...
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Gig Harbor organization celebrates 25 years. By
Aug 12, 20193 min read
New Neighbors
It’s 1994, and Barbara Burrows, a military wife new to Gig Harbor, has placed an ad in the newspaper inviting residents to have coffee at...
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Gig Harbor’s Kensington Gardens expands. By Anneli
Jul 15, 20193 min read
A Natural Addition
Occupying 27 acres in northwest Gig Harbor, Kensington Gardens is a labyrinth of sculptured hedges, topiaries, lush manicured lawns, and...
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Free plant swap keeps gardens growing. By Colin
Jun 18, 20194 min read
Wanna Trade?
While some dread weekend yard work, gardeners look forward to every chance they can get to create a colorful and unique life-filled space...
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Camp Stand by Me continues a special mission. By
May 13, 20194 min read
Camp for All
For adults, reminiscing of a week at summer camp can stir up some very fond memories. Carefree summers paddling the canoe and jumping...
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Local writer and artist takes her love of nature
Apr 15, 20193 min read
“WA is Water: An Intimate Portrait”
“I’m constantly exploring and pushing the boundaries between visual art and literary craft.” Jennifer Chushcoff has been creating art and...
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The three Rotary Clubs of Gig Harbor gathered to
Mar 18, 20194 min read
Celebrating the Honorees
On February 1, 2019, the three Gig Harbor Rotary Clubs gathered together to honor three Gig Harbor citizens for their dedication and...
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Community comes together at the 2019 Chamber of
Feb 12, 20193 min read
Recognized For Their Service to Gig Harbor
Every year since 1984, Gig Harbor Chamber of Commerce members, community leaders, elected officials and Gig Harbor residents come...
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Harbor WildWatch’s creative approach to learning.
Jan 21, 20194 min read
Inspire More Kids with Lessons from an Escape Room
An innovative educational program based on teamwork and problem-solving inspired by attempts to break out of an Escape Room will be...
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The people and heritage of the Gig Harbor
Dec 17, 20184 min read
Historic Boatyard Provides Tangible Link
About a dozen brave souls recently braved the cold night and frigid waters along shoreline of Gig Harbor to lie belly down in the mud as...
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Explore more than 200 vendor offerings at
Nov 19, 20183 min read
Massive Holiday Market Festivities
Thanksgiving weekend is a time for family and feasting. It’s a time to slow down our busy lives for a few hours and have some good...
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Explore more than 200 vendor offerings at
Oct 26, 20183 min read
Massive Holiday Market Festivities
Thanksgiving weekend is a time for family and feasting. It’s a time to slow down our busy lives for a few hours and have some good...
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Recovery Center close to reality. By Colin
Sep 17, 20183 min read
Treating Addiction
The late ‘90s and early 2000s brought a methamphetamine epidemic across the nation. While still a major problem, law enforcements...
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Walking tours offer history lesson and a lot of
Aug 17, 20184 min read
History of the Harbor
There are many reasons people choose to make Gig Harbor their home: the friendliness of the community, the beauty of the surrounding...
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Rick’s Bike Sale. By Colin Anderson.
Jul 23, 20187 min read
The Cycle for Good
Rick Anderson is an avid re-user and recycler. When my brother and I were very young, I remember my dad taking us on walks to nearby...
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Celebrate the region's wine, beers
Jul 16, 20184 min read
A New Experience Comes to Gig Harbor
What began eight years ago as an afternoon of food and wine tastings at Harbor History Museum has now evolved into a three-day wine and...
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Helping the Food Insecure Story and Photos. By
Jun 28, 20184 min read
My Sister’s Pantry
“The food here is excellent, it’s real good,” said Mark Voyer, a client at My Sister’s Pantry. He was one of the many people lined up on...
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