Articles from the September 15, 2016 edition
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Blue cart program finding its legs
The borough"s blue cart recycling program began at the beginning of the year and seems to be... Full story
Boaters injured in Farm Island accident
WRANGELL - Emergency assistance was dispatched from Wrangell early Sunday evening, after a private boat struck a log near Farm Island. Fire... Full story
Yesterday's News
September 16, 1916 – Two bids were submitted to the council for the south end bridge and street improvement work, the lowest being that of A. W. W...
Tyee PERS liability larger than expected, Swan nears completion
WRANGELL – Costs for the transition of operations at the Tyee Lake hydroelectric facility may be h... Full story
To the Editor: Another View
To the Editor: As there have been a few letters against the cultivation and sales of marijuana in our town I would like to share my personal opinions...
Editorial: Welcome conference guests
Petersburg is hosting two conferences this week and next. On Thursday and Friday the Alaska Recreation and Park Association meets. On their schedule...
Police reports
September 7 There was a report involving theft on Lumber Street. A call concerning assault on 4th Street was received. Suspicious activity was...
Courts
Aug. 24 Pamela Stewart appeared before Magistrate Judge Burrell for arraignment on a DUI. Stewart entered a not guilty plea, and a trial call is set...
Rep. Jonathan Kreiss-Tomkins to hold office hours
State representative Jonathan Kreiss-Tomkins will be in Petersburg Mon., Sept. 19 to hold public office hours from 3-4 pm at Glacier Express and 4-5...
PHS student has life-changing time in Thailand
The school year is well underway and Jasmine Ieremia is back in class at PHS after spending a year...
Board to vote on takeover of Juneau health clinic
JUNEAU – The final step is expected this week for a nonprofit organization to take over a Juneau health center serving homeless and uninsured r...
Juneau organization to launch Native language program
JUNEAU, Alaska (AP) – A Juneau-based organization has received nearly $930,000 in federal funds to help revitalize Alaska Native languages. The S...
PCC renovation not possible without community
The Petersburg Children"s Center began the school year earlier this month with a new look after...
School board passes sex ed curiculum this year
To comply with HB156, the school board unanimously approved the sex education curriculum and the teachers of the curriculum for the school year at...
Fish Factor: Fall is one of busiest times for Alaska's fishing industry
It surprises many people across the state that fall is one of the busiest times for Alaska”s fishing industry from the Panhandle to the Bering Sea. As...
Viking runners quicken the pace at Metlakatla
PHS cross country had an exceptional met in Metlakatla last weekend, with nine runners earning personal records (PR). The girls team placed first,...
Governor supports growing more food inside Alaska
JUNEAU, Alaska (AP) – Alaska imports 96 percent of its food, and the governor says that should change. Gov. Bill Walker spoke during a conference f...
Searchers find overdue hiker looking for "Into the Wild" bus
DENALI NATIONAL PARK AND PRESERVE, Alaska (AP) – A 45-year-old man from Mexico was located unharmed Monday after failing to return on time from a h...
Wrangell canoer joins protest in North Dakota
WRANGELL – A former Wrangell resident joined an Alaska canoe group in supporting a North Dakota tr...
Obituary, Ruth W. Sandvik, 100
Ruth W. Sandvik, 100, Petersburg resident for 75 years, died on July 29, 2016 at Seattle"s Kline... Full story
Obituary, Donald E. Schmit, 73
Donald E. Schmit,73, passed away in Roseburg, Oregon on August 26, 2016. Don was born on March 21, 1943. Don and Betty met in Napavine, Washington... Full story
Earthquake simulator demonstrates seismic risks
A state outreach program designed to shake some sense into Alaskans, with the help of a mobile...