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It Started With A Bucket
Keeping the house clean is an ongoing challenge. Factor in rainy weather, children and pets, and it’s a daily ritual for most of us. We...
Drive and determination fuels local business
Apr 25, 20173 min read


Nautical Museum
The visitor from the Midwest stood silently in front of the most popular display at the Harbor WildWatch exhibit at the Skansie...
Maritime goes high-tech with Harbor WildWatch
Apr 25, 20174 min read


Old-World Wines
Washington state is well-known for its incredible number of vineyards, wineries and vast growing regions. We are second only to...
Rare winemaking done in our own backyard. By
Apr 17, 20173 min read


Inspire
Photos courtesy of Harbor Montessori & Curious By Nature. Few things cause more parental angst than finding the right fit for their...
Inspire your “Littles” with Gig Harbor’s stellar
Apr 17, 20175 min read


Athletes of the Month: Seth Wahto & Chad Stevens
Seth Wahto: Peninsula High School There is no doubt Peninsula High School senior, Seth Wahto, has what it takes to succeed in wrestling....
By Patty Hutchens.
Apr 7, 20173 min read


Designing Your Dream Home
David Pool Architecture brings decades of experience. The housing market in the greater Seattle area these days is, for lack of a better...
By Colin Anderson. Photo by William Wright
Apr 7, 20173 min read


A Perfect Pairing
What if every purchase you made gave back? With OneHope Wines, they are doing just that. Annmarie Mitchell of Gig Harbor is an...
Enjoy great wine while benefiting a great cause.
Apr 7, 20173 min read


Traditions with a Twist
Wedding ideas abound but which ones to pick will set the tone and perhaps be the first memories of a couple’s new life together. Their...
The wedding trends of 2017. By Jani Gonzalez.
Mar 28, 20175 min read


RAGS Wearable Art Show
Photo Courtesy of YWCA Rags Guild. Domestic violence is something that is never deserved or justified, and unfortunately it as an all too...
Popular event continues in support of Pierce
Mar 22, 20174 min read


What's up?
Many of us have hobbies. It can be collecting, antiquing, creating crafts or art. For others, it’s cooking, mixology, travel or outdoor...
Paddle board popularity in the Harbor. By Colin
Mar 17, 20175 min read


Athletes of the Month: Ali Mariah Lukkasson & Avery Jones
Ali Mariah Lukkasson: Peninsula High School Sixteen-year-old Ali Mariah Lukkasson strives to be the best she can be when it comes to both...
By Patty Hutchens.
Mar 7, 20172 min read


KGHP Community Radio
Photos by Diane Fetzner and Courtesy of KGHP Radio. As with any good business, community radio KGHP is constantly adapting to what its...
Continuing to expand its reach. By Colin Anderson.
Mar 7, 20173 min read


Proud Immigrant Roots
I found comfort in knowing that Dad’s hospice was a veritable “stone’s throw” from Puget Sound—in a location that strongly resembled his...
Gig Harbor’s growing heritage. By Jon Johansen.
Mar 7, 20174 min read


The Power of Positive Thinking
Our thoughts manifest as actions, actions become habits and habits create success. Positive thoughts generate positive energy, which is...
Positive thinking works! By Teresa Pesce.
Feb 16, 20174 min read


It's Puppy Love
“Dogs are minor angels, and I don’t mean that facetiously. They love unconditionally, forgive immediately, are the truest of friends,...
A recent study in neuroscience validates what
Feb 8, 20174 min read


Athletes of the Month: Michael Campigotto & Emily Shields
Michael Campigotto: Peninsula High School Senior Michael Campigotto has shown Peninsula High School athletic fans that he has what it...
By Patty Hutchens.
Feb 3, 20173 min read


Express Yourself In Unique Fashion
Bringing smiles to customers’ faces has been a tradition for van der Veen Jewelers for many years. Whether the occasion is an...
Local jeweler creates distinctive pieces. By Patty
Feb 3, 20173 min read


Making a Difference for 35 Years
“You must do the things you think you cannot do.” - Eleanor Roosevelt Eleanor Roosevelt was a strong woman, and she was one of the...
Altrusa helps to feed hungry kids. By Nancy L.
Jan 31, 20174 min read


Health Revolt
It’s no secret that chronic back pain is a gargantuan medical matter—especially for the masses it plagues. Roughly 85 percent of...
Back pain: an escapable epidemic. By Kate Murphy.
Jan 27, 20175 min read


Creating Connections
Starting out in the workforce can be overwhelming. Whether you are ready to begin a new career or going back to work after time away,...
Chamber of Commerce provides networking
Jan 18, 20173 min read
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