A summer afternoon or balmy evening finds the outdoor seating area at 7 Seas Brewing Co. in Gig Harbor bustling with activity. Couples, groups of friends and families share the conviviality of gathering over a pint or two of local brew, tasting new … read more

September was “Curb Appeal Month,” and before we wrap it up — along with many of the summer maintenance chores — we asked our local realtors a few questions about curb appeal. If you’re getting ready to sell your home, or simply want … read more

John and Suzanne Pitts bought a small RV and traveled six months and 16,000 miles through the Western Territories of Canada and Alaska in 2013. At the same time, they were researching a new place to build and settle down for what might … read more

Ask any gardener, hiker or picnicker — the region’s wasp population got its sting back. “Compared to recent years, the number of wasps is considerably up,” said Richard Zack, Washington State University entomologist. Equipped with sharp stingers, craving sugar and searching for water … read more

Model Tested: 2018 Honda Clarity plug-in Hybrid Engine: 1,498cc, 103 horsepower, Atkinson-cycle 4-cylinder, plus 181-horsepower electric motor Transmission: Electric continuously variable transmission EPA Ratings: 110 combined city/highway — electric; 42 combined city/highway — gas Base Price: $36,600 As Tested: $37,490 Overview: The original … read more

Editor’s note: This is the second part of an excerpt adapted from hiking expert Susan Elderkin’s book, “Best Hikes With Kids: Western Washington” (Mountaineers Books, April 2018). Enjoy exploring the region’s hikes with your little ones — these are the perfect spots for … read more

Model Tested: 2018 Hyundai Ioniq Engine: 1.6-liter, 104-horsepower, gas direct injection Atkinson-cycle 4-cylinder, coupled with a 45-horsepower (44.5 KW) electric motor Transmission: 6-speed eco-shift dual-clutch automatic EPA Ratings: 119 combined city/highway — electric; 52 combined city/highway — gas Base Price: $24,950 As Tested: … read more

A cancer diagnosis is a ticket to a place no one wants to go. The path is uncertain, the effort exhausting, and the itinerary largely out of our control. Aside from immediate concerns such as reviewing treatment options and coverage for medical costs, … read more

Model Tested: 2018 Infiniti QX80 4WD Engine: 5.6-liter V8 • Horsepower: 400 • Torque: 413 pound-feet Transmission: 7-speed automatic with adaptive shift control and manual mode EPA Ratings: 13/city, 19/highway, 15/combined Base Price: $67,850 As Tested: $84,660 Overview: The Infiniti QX80 is the … read more