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Irish pub in Proctor opening this week after nearly two years of construction

The Craftsman house has been redesigned to hold a heated patio, main dining room downstairs, plus a lounge and “lookout” upstairs.

Updated September 21, 2026 at 7:43 PM

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Tacoma youth residential treatment facility to close 6 years after expansion

September 21, 2026 at 12:19 PM

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Baking staples made by WA company recalled for undeclared allergen. What to know

September 21, 2026 at 11:19 AM

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Expect closures on popular Pierce County bike trail for utility work this week

September 21, 2026 at 10:57 AM

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Tacoma man dies after crash into power pole cuts his vehicle in half

September 21, 2026 at 9:52 AM

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Will changes on Pierce Co. highway worsen rush-hour backups? Locals are worried

Updated September 21, 2026 at 9:15 AM

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What’s the best state for teachers? See how Washington state ranked

September 21, 2026 at 5:00 AM

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Cafe with coffee, breakfast and lunch coming to Graham

September 21, 2026 at 5:00 AM

Outdoors

What will super El Niño mean for Puget Sound’s already warming waters?

Updated September 20, 2026 at 9:16 AM

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Cider taproom will close in Tacoma after 7 years, but owners promise new home

September 20, 2026 at 5:30 AM

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Puget Sound waters are on the rise

September 20, 2026 at 5:00 AM

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New vintage shop opens in downtown Puyallup. Owner says it’s the city’s first

September 20, 2026 at 5:00 AM

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Are WA residents financially responsible? 4 studies analyze debts by state

September 20, 2026 at 5:00 AM

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Where dedication pays: Jobs with the biggest earning upside

Updated September 21, 2026 at 6:12 AM

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Tacoma Humane has a new leader after four-month search. What we know

Updated September 21, 2026 at 9:26 AM

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Major swim lesson updates planned in Gig Harbor under deal for public pool use

Updated September 20, 2026 at 6:12 PM

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‘Grit City Gauntlet’ inspires hundreds to learn about Tacoma through walking

September 19, 2026 at 3:28 PM

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Rally at busy Pierce County shopping plaza features Seahawks drumline, giveaways

Updated September 19, 2026 at 10:23 AM

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Expect traffic downtown for national paddle boarding competition in Gig Harbor

September 19, 2026 at 5:15 AM

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The most-read books in Tacoma are about tradwives, literature and anxiety

September 19, 2026 at 5:00 AM

Local

Pierce County Sheriff's Office arrests suspect accused of stealing puppy

Updated September 18, 2026 at 4:31 PM

Crime

Puppy stolen from Bonney Lake breeders returned safe, suspect faces charges

September 18, 2026 at 3:53 PM

Crime

$1.5M bail for suspect in Tacoma New Year’s Day homicide

September 19, 2026 at 5:00 AM

Washington State

Children’s toy sold in WA recalled for 'ingestion hazard.’ What to know

September 18, 2026 at 2:44 PM

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Who is ‘Just Call Janelle’? Meet woman behind pink billboards all over Tacoma

September 19, 2026 at 5:00 AM

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Irish pub in Proctor opening this week after nearly two years of construction

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