A 16-year-old boy who died after his vehicle went off a steep embankment near Gig Harbor on Wednesday evening has been identified. Daniel Hallstrom died from blunt head and torso trauma, according to the Pierce County Medical Examiner’s Office. His manner of death was ruled an accident. The crash occurred Wednesday evening near the 5600…
Gig Harbor has a reputation that practically markets itself. To some, it’s a postcard-worthy waterfront town filled with boats, boutique shops and views of Mount Rainier. To others, it’s an affluent suburb where Teslas, pickup trucks and million-dollar homes somehow coexist. Mention Gig Harbor anywhere in Western Washington and you’ll usually hear the same words:…
In Pierce County, $125,000 can still technically buy you a house. At the same time, $12.5 million buys a waterfront estate in Gig Harbor with a golf simulator, movie theater, elevator, wine cellar, and room to dock a 70-foot boat. The massive gap between those two listings says a lot about where Pierce County’s housing…
A waterfront estate in Gig Harbor with a private dock for a 70-foot boat, a golf simulator, and a car carousel is currently the most expensive home for sale in Pierce County. The massive property is asking $12.8 million — and after more than 570 days on the market, it remains one of the most…
There’s something about the Washington coast that makes you slow down in the best way. If you’ve been searching for the best coastal towns in Washington for a quiet, cozy escape, you’re in the right place. Think charming waterfront streets, misty mornings, and the kind of small towns where you can wander without a plan…
A new ranking is highlighting the most desirable places to live in Pierce County right now, with one Tacoma neighborhood taking the top spot. The list, compiled by Niche, ranks communities based on factors like schools, cost of living, crime, jobs, and overall livability. Top 5 Places To Live In Pierce County (2026): Top Spots…
A Powerball player in Western Washington is $250,000 richer after hitting a six-figure prize in the latest drawing. The winning ticket matched four white balls and the red Powerball in the Saturday, April 18 drawing, according to Washington’s Lottery. That combination typically pays $50,000, but the prize was boosted to $250,000 after the player added…
