Posted inCommunity News

Peninsula Transit Pilot Program Launches on Black Friday

Pierce County and the Gig Harbor Chamber of Commerce have announced the launch of the Peninsula Transit Pilot Program, which will offer free transportation on weekdays and Saturdays between the Key Peninsula and Gig Harbor. To kick off the program and meet travel needs during the holiday season, Peninsula Transit will partner with the Key […]

Posted inAround West Sound

Make Plans to See the Gig Harbor Lighted Boat Parade

The Gig Harbor Yacht Club is hosting its Annual Lighted Boat Parade from 5-7 p.m. on Dec. 13, 2025. The event will feature boats, yachts, kayaks, and sailing vessels of all shapes and sizes decked out in twinkling, vibrant holiday lights. Boats will start at the Arabella’s Landing marina and will circle the harbor twice, […]

Posted inAround West Sound

Alderbrook’s Gratitude Luncheon Nov. 25

Alderbrook Resort & Spa is hosting a luncheon on Nov. 25, 2025 that’s celebrating the history of — and generally appreciating — Mason County. The luncheon, which will run from 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m., will feature local Mason County vendors selling goods that showcase the county, as well as a homemade pie auction and a food […]

Posted inAt Home

Simple Roasted Turkey & Mashers

If you have a sheet pan and an oven, you are steps away from having a hearty turkey dinner. I believe comfort food shouldn’t be stressful — just simple to make, with an easy cleanup, is the name of my game. Let’s make Thanksgiving faves anytime we want. Sheet Pan-Roasted Herbed Turkey Breast with Creamy […]

Posted inAt Home

Snowball Cookies

When it’s cold outside and snow blankets the ground, try heating up the oven and whipping up a batch of Snowball Cookies. These cookies are crisp on the outside and soft on the inside, and with a hint of coconut added to the frosting, your senses might think you’ve been transported to a tropical beach. […]

Posted inAround West Sound

Peninsula Hands On Art

Nonprofit Spotlight Washington state is gifted with over 30,000 registered nonprofit organizations. Their missions are wide-ranging, but all attempt to address a significant community need, often relying completely on donor funding and an active cadre of community volunteers to do so. With federal funding reduced, rescinded or at risk, nonprofits are eager to engage increased […]

Posted inAt Home

Walnut Apple Pear Crisp

Comfort food typically calls to mind soups, stews and hearty meals meant to warm you up on a chilly day. However, you can also turn to tasty treats as a way to end a cold day on a hot note. For example, warm fruits baked into a crisp dessert provide an easy, heartwarming option for […]

Posted inFood & Entertainment

Noo-Kayet Investments Acquires Minder Meats

The Port Gamble S’Klallam Tribe’s investment arm, Noo-Kayet Investments (NKI), acquired Minder Meats, a locally owned, USDA-certified meat processor, distributor and retailer. Founded by the Minder family in 1943 and located in Bremerton, Minder Meats attracts customers from as far as the Olympic Peninsula up and down the Interstate-5 corridor, from Bellingham to Tacoma. For […]

Gift this article