Articles from the December 4, 2014 edition
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Petersburg Mayor advises new governor
Petersburg Mayor Mark Jensen brought his fisheries knowledge to bear as a chosen member for new... Full story
Southeast gillnet and purse seine task forces meet in Petersburg
The Southeast Alaska Drift Gillnet and Purse Seine task forces met in Petersburg on Tuesday and Wednesday, respectively, to review the 2014 season... Full story
Parade, tree lighting usher in holiday festivities
The fridge is full of leftovers and downtown is bright with Christmas lights and decorations, two... Full story
Float sections arrive, scheduled completion nears for harbor project
The first pieces of the floats have arrived for the Drive Down Dock project, though complete installation is still to come as the modular sections...
Yesterday's News
December 5, 1914 – J.C. Allen, ex-deputy U.S. Marshal for the Petersburg precinct is attending on the court as a witness. Mr. Allen will return...
Small changes made to annual pickling contest at Sons
Some contestants might be in a bit of a pickle as last minute changes are announced to the annual Pickled Herring Contest, to be held this coming...
Weather damage knocks KFSK off the air
Local radio station KFSK went off the air on Wednesday due to fan-related transmitter damage from weather. According a statement on their Facebook...
Letters to the Editor
To the Editor: I believe the Petersburg Borough should not involve itself in land acquisition at Papke’s Landing unless it is part of a plan to...
Police reports
November 25 Following a call to police, Petula A. Ohmer, 49, was charged with Driving Under Influence. A deceased cat near the roadway was reported...
Courts
November 26 Superior Court Judge William Carey presided over a Change of Plea hearing for Randi Jo Haviland, charged with Minor Consuming Alcohol....
Brewfest finds a better fit with schedule, coordination
The ninth annual Devil's Thumb Brewfest and Chili Cookoff was a huge success under different...
Hockey club angling for new recruits ahead of tournament
The Wild Kings of Petersburg aren't strapping on their ice skates just yet, but the season is just...
TAC members identify common ground in timber transition
Tongass Advisory Committee (TAC) members compiled work-group draft recommendations for the Tongass National Forest’s timber management plan...
Correction:
The Nov. 20 edition of the Petersburg Pilot incorrectly identified Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints Elders Kettle and Lofton as members of...
Winter lights for the darkest nights: Event to aid PMHS emergency housing, transportation
Parks and Recreation Director Donn Hayes believes Petersburg should be at its brightest as the year spins towards its darkest day, looking to launch...
Fish Factor: Alaska fishery meetings kick into high gear
It’s the time of year when Alaska’s fishery meetings kick into high gear - with five set for this week alone. The industry will get a first...
Furbearer trapping season opens in Unit 4
The trapping season for marten, river otter, mink and weasel opened December 1 on Admiralty, Baranof, and Chichagof islands (Unit 4). Unit 4 beaver...
Study: World's most acidic sea water in Bering Sea
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) _ The world's most acidic ocean waters are found during the cold winter months in the Bering Sea, according to a new study....
Schools testing merits of reduced lighting policy
Petersburg schools will be testing out the idea that less is more when it comes to lighting — and not simply saving a bit on the budget, though...
Obituary, Jimmie Rex Stafford
Born in Springfield, Missouri to William Edward and Essie Eunice Stafford on September, 11th 1924....