Gig Harbor Fire: Man Falls From Rope Swing at Sunrise Beach

The weekly Gig Harbor Fire and Medic One blotter compiles reports from June 7 through June 13.

Pierce County Hard Money Lender Indicted for False Statements, Fraud

Between 2008 and 2009, Emiel A. Kandi made false statements in loan applications on properties in Gig Harbor and other cities in Washington, documents say.

Discarded Cigarette Likely Cause of Gig Harbor House Fire

Gig Harbor Fire & Medic One responded to a house fire in the 7200 block of 54th Avenue NW on Thursday. The damage from the fire is estimated at $20,000.

Police Seeking Community's Help to Identify Purse Thief

The woman in the photo has stolen purses from various stores in Federal Way, Gig Harbor, Bonney Lake, Lakewood and Lacey over the past 3-4 years, according to Gig Harbor Police.

Gig Harbor Fire Blotter: Crews Respond to Suicidal Teen

The weekly Gig Harbor Fire and Medic One blotter compiles reports from May 25 through May 30.

Boat Owner Accidentally Dumps 100 Gallons of Diesel Fuel Into Gig Harbor

Target Provides Free Smoke Alarms to Gig Harbor Fire & Medic One

Due to limited resources, Gig Harbor Fire & Medic One was forced to purchase the smoke alarms that firefighters carried to install in local homes. That’s when Target pitched in with free alarms.

Gig Harbor Woman Sues State, Former TCC Instructor for Sexual Abuse

The woman is accusing her former Tacoma Community College teacher Kevin Gausepohl of sexual misconduct and blaming the State of Washington for failing to protect her.

Gig Harbor Fire Blotter: Towel Catches on Fire, Hit and Run

The weekly Gig Harbor Fire and Medic One blotter compiles reports from May 17 through May 23.

Firefighters to Reward Kids for Wearing Helmets

Kids wearing their helmets will receive a "Safe Rider Citation" for one free Happy Meal at McDonald’s.

Fire Ops 101 Offers Policy Makers an Insider's Look at Firefighting

Gig Harbor Fire Blotter: Bird's Nest Sparks Grass Fire

The weekly Gig Harbor Fire and Medic One blotter compiles reports from May 10 through May 16.

Gig Harbor Fire and Police Participate in Water Rescue Exercise in Steilacoom

The training will focus on dive rescue and surface water rescue efforts and is being conducted for training purposes, as well as building interagency partnerships.

Community Update

Truck Loses Trailer On State Route 16

State Patrol Makes 1,150 DUI Arrests Through April This Year

Washington State Patrol troopers in District 1 removed 1,154 drivers impaired by alcohol and/or drugs.

Authorities Still Determining Cause of House Fire in Westbridge Estates

The fire Tuesday destroyed a home in the 1700 block of Firgrove Place Northwest.

Gig Harbor Fire Blotter: Firefighters Clean Up Oil Spill on Wollochet Drive

The weekly Gig Harbor Fire and Medic One blotter compiles reports from May 4 through May 9.

Modified Lockdown Lifted for Goodman Middle, Harbor Heights Elementary Schools

Goodman Middle School and Harbor Heights Elementary in Gig Harbor were briefly placed in modified lockdown this morning due to police activity approximately 1.5 miles away near Patterson's Market.

Two-Alarm Fire Rips Through Unoccupied House in Westbridge Estates Neighborhood

The blaze destroyed the home in the 1700 block of Firgrove Place Northwest. Gig Harbor Fire & Medic One and other departments controlled the fire after 45 minutes. The cause is still under investigation.

Free Boating Safety Equipment Inspections This Saturday

Gig Harbor Police will be offering boating safety equipment inspections for free this Saturday.

Safety Alert: Area Waters Still Cold Even in Warm Weather

The Washington Department of Health reminds people to be safe if you’re out on the water during this nice spring weather.

Police to Step Up Cinco de Mayo DUI and Liquor Enforcement

Beginning on Saturday, May 4, local, county and state police in Pierce, King and Snohomish counties will begin intercepting fiesta-goers who get behind the wheel after too many margaritas or beers.

Gig Harbor Police Log: Fire Set to Port-a-Potty, Water Tower Vandalized

The following information was supplied by the Gig Harbor Police Department. It does not indicate a conviction.

WATCH: How Domestic Violence Services Have Changed Since David Brame Shooting

Pierce County TV produced a segment on the Crystal Judson Family Justice Center.

Gig Harbor Hosting Police Volunteer Summit This Saturday

More than 70 volunteers from around the state are expected to attend the summit this Saturday in Gig Harbor.

Gig Harbor Police Respond to Graffiti in Multiple Places

The following information was supplied by the Gig Harbor Police Department. It does not indicate a conviction.

Gig Harbor Man Arrested for Trying to Murder Girlfriend’s 91-Year-Old Mom

The incident took place at a Gig Harbor home in the 7200 block of Soundview Drive, on Tuesday, April 16.

VIDEO: Learn About The Gig Harbor Police Department's New Sets of Wheels

The department's fleet now includes 2013 Dodge Charger patrol vehicles.

Owner of Route 16 Running and Walking Reacts to Boston Marathon Explosions

Miguel Galeana, owner of Gig Harbor's Route 16 Running and Walking, said the tragic news from Boston hits close to home.

Boston Marathon 2013 Explosion: Six Runners from Gig Harbor Registered for Race

Reports and updates on the reported explosions on Boylston Street near the finish line of the Boston Marathon.

Gig Harbor Product, UW Tight End Austin Seferian-Jenkins Charged With DUI

The charge stems from an incident last month in which the Husky was arrested in Seattle.

UPDATE: Five Teens Involved in Early Morning Crash on SR 167

A 16-year-old Gig Harbor girl and two other teenage girls were sent to the hospital for non-life threatening injuries.

GHPD Blotter: Are 32 Air Fresheners, WD40 and Baby Diaper Pins Signs Of Suspicious Activity?

The following arrest information was supplied by the Gig Harbor Police Department. It does not indicate a conviction.

Guns, Guitars and Drugs Uncovered as Trio Arrested in Connection with Burglary Spree

Police recovered massive amounts of stolen items taken from a series of burglaries stretching from Gig Harbor to Bellevue after searching the Tacoma apartment of a suspect.

State Fire Marshal: Fire Sprinklers, Staff Save Lives at Merrill Gardens

State Fire Marshal Charles Duffy credited fire sprinklers and fast-acting staff at Merrill Gardens in Gig Harbor for saving lives on March 25, 2013.

Gig Harbor Police Lt. Bill Colberg Hangs Up Badge After 41 Years In Law Enforcement

Colberg retired last week, following a distinguished a career that included three decades working in Gig Harbor.

GHPD: No Fees For Pierce County's False Alarm Program For Those In Gig Harbor

The department posted on its Facebook page that some Gig Harbor residents have mistakenly received billing invoices from Pierce County.

Gig Harbor Fire & Medic One's Erik Pearson Retires

The battalion chief spent 32 years as a firefighter.

GHPD Blotter: Mysterious Fire, Neighbor Dispute Over Dog & Stolen Cell Phone

The following arrest information was supplied by the Gig Harbor Police Department. It does not indicate a conviction.