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July 26 – An officer responded to a report of a disturbance on Kiseno Street. An officer conducted a welfare check on an individual and found all okay. Property was reported lost on Odin Street. Property was reported lost in South Harbor. Two abandoned vehicles were impounded from the South Harbor parking lot. Petersburg Police Department (PPD) received a report of a black bear getting into a secured trash can on Dolphin Street. The Alaska Wildlife Trooper (AWT) and Alaska Department of Fish and Game (ADF&G) were notified. July 27 – PPD rec...
July 19 – An officer responded to a report of suspicious activity on Harbor Way. Petersburg Police Department (PPD) received a report of a fallen tree obstructing the southbound lane of Mitkof Highway. The responding officer helped move the tree and notified the Department of Transportation (DOT). An officer responded to a report of possible fraudulent activity on Birch Street and determined it was unfounded. An officer responded to a report of a dangerous driver at 12th Street and Haugen Drive, located the vehicle and did not observe any u...
July 20, 1923 – The big Evinrude race for the silver trophy awarded by the Evinrude Company was pulled off last Sunday and was won in decisive fashion by Sam Gauffin. The course was from town, around the black buoy, and then to Scow Bay where the channel beacon was rounded, and return. Gauffin had the race well in hand all the time. Neil MacGregor was second, Paul Lund third and Ed Locken so far behind that he did not finish the race. July 16, 1948 – In a report to the Chamber of Commerce on Tuesday, president Earl Ohmer informed the members th...
We are blessed and have much work to do To the Editor: Saint Catherine of Siena church would like to thank the fire department, emergency responders and outreach of fellow church leaders, citizens and sympathizers for your support during the tragic burning of our church. The initial blaze was battled courageously by Petersburg’s volunteer fire department to curtail its spread, damage and consumption of the property. This effort undertook hours of focus and attention by the entire fire fighting team. Amazingly, even as the fire continued, a f...
July 12 – Petersburg Police Department (PPD) received a report that a deer was killed by a vehicle on Mitkof Highway and the meat was salvaged by a local charity. PPD received a report of a power outage on North Nordic Drive. Power and Light (PP&L) was notified. A disabled vehicle on North Nordic Drive was moved. Jimmie Hudson was issued a citation for failure to produce proof of insurance and a warning for speed. An officer assisted Emergency Medical Services (EMS) on North 12th Street. An individual on Cornelius Street was issued a warning f...
The Petersburg Borough Assembly recognized Petersburg Volunteer Fire Department staff and volunteers during its meeting on Monday for their efforts to fight the fire that ravaged the St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church on July 6. The fire, which was ruled an accident and was the result of maintenance work, raged for 10 hours, covering Petersburg in smoke and warranting response efforts from the PVFD, EMS, Search and Rescue, the Petersburg Police Department, the U.S. Coast Guard, the U.S....
July 5 – Officers responded to a noise complaint on South 5th Street. Petersburg Police Department (PPD) received a report of concern about fireworks. An officer responded to a report of an unsecured building, secured it and notified its owner. An officer responded to a minor vehicle accident in the south parking lot at Sandy Beach Park. An officer responded to a report of suspicious activity on Haugen Drive and determined it was unfounded. An officer responded to a report of suspicious activity on South Nordic Drive and determined it was n...
They say 'To dare is to do,' and Scott May, 59, did just that when he successfully completed the first known open-water swim across Frederick Sound. May, aided by his wife Bridget Wittstock and Tom Thompson in a boat alongside him, completed the 4-mile swim on Wednesday in about four hours, starting from Horn Cliffs on the mainland and making landfall at Frederick Point. "I didn't think I'd really actually do it and I really didn't tell anybody, but when I said it to a few people then I was...
4th OF JULY COMPETITION WINNERS: 50 yard dash 6 & under Girls 1st - Emma Aikins 2nd - Stella Walker 3rd - Amara Westhoff Boys 1st - Owen Martin 2nd - Odin Burrell 3rd - Reilly Gacchina 50 yard dash 7-9 Girls 1st - Ivy Worhatch 2nd - Lucy Peterson 3rd - Emery Ledge Boys 1st - Jackson Zweifel 2nd - Caleb Westry & Luke Day 3rd - Grady Walker 50-yard dash 10-12 Girls 1st - Lucia Worhatch 2nd - Daisy Marrow 3rd - Jane Day Boys 1st - Devin Westry 2nd - Jamari Tate 3rd - Ryder Diehl Training Wheel...
Following an executive session during Monday’s Petersburg Borough Assembly meeting, the assembly voted 6-0, with Mayor Mark Jensen excused, to approve the new collective bargaining agreement between the borough and the Petersburg Municipal Employees Association. The new CBA will run from July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2026. The biggest change from their last agreement is the introduction of a new wage matrix, which eliminates step increases and replaces them with a longevity pay system. According to the agreement, employees will receive a p...
July 6, 1923 – Two youthful “Penrods” weary of the humdrum routine of life in their hometown of Wrangell and determining to strike out boldly in search of adventure, boarded the Jefferson as stowaways on the last trip south of that boat, bound for the great outside world. By playing a skillful game of hide-and-seek, they managed to dodge the officers and members of the crew for a time, but finally an unkind fate brought the culprits to the attention of Captain Livingstone who, in spite of their boyish pleadings, wired Mrs. Jack Cool to meet the...
June 28 – Found property was turned in to the Petersburg Police Department (PPD) and subsequently returned to its owner. A dog reported as lost from Vesta Street was found by its owner. An officer provided lockout assistance on North Nordic Drive. Officers conducted a welfare check on Skylark Way. An officer conducted a welfare check on Haugen Drive due to a 911 hang up and found all okay. June 29 – PPD received a 911 hang up from North Nordic Drive and an officer conducted a check of the provided location but found nothing of concern. An off...
June 21 – A driver on Frederick Point Road was issued a warning for parking in the middle of the roadway and impeding traffic. An officer responded to a report of suspicious activity at the Frederick Point rock pit, made contact with individuals in an occupied vehicle and determined it was non-criminal. An officer advised individuals on Scow Bay Loop Road of curfew times and requirements for minors. An officer conducted additional patrols on Vesta Street in response to a request. An officer conducted additional patrols on Frederick Point D...
A Kake resident was reported missing Friday night after failing to return from a fishing trip, prompting a search over the weekend, according to Petersburg Fire/EMS/SAR Director Aaron Hankins. A U.S. Coast Guard press release identified the missing man as Timothy Wilson Jr., 70, last seen Friday morning departing aboard a 15-foot Lund near Pup Island. Coast Guard Sector Juneau received a relayed report from the Alaska State Troopers at 8:30 p.m., Friday, of an overdue boater. Using a cell phone...
June 14 – A driver at the South Boat Harbor was issued a warning for failure to maintain lanes and failure to signal a turn. An officer assisted Emergency Medical Services (EMS) on Papke’s Landing Road. Property found at the crane dock was turned in to the Petersburg Police Department (PPD). Kelsey Hammer was cited for excessive speed on Mitkof Highway. An intoxicated person on Valkyrie Street was warned for abuse of PPD services. An officer responded to a report of suspicious activity on Chief John Lott Street and determined it was unf...
Community members are preparing to welcome the crew of the Hōkūle'a when it visits Petersburg this week as part of its Moananuiākea Voyage, a journey that will cover 43,000 nautical miles around the Pacific Ocean over the next four years. According to the Polynesian Voyaging Society, the Hōkūle'a, meaning "Star of Gladness," is a deep sea double-hulled voyaging canoe built in a traditional Hawaiian style that can be crewed by about a dozen people. Its voyage will take 400 crew members, who will...
June 7 – Petersburg Police Department (PPD) received a report of graffiti on South 3rd Street. An officer spoke with a citizen regarding domestic violence. Officers assisted with a residential inspection on Mitkof Highway. Property lost on Howkan Street was reported to the PPD. PPD received a report of a possibly abandoned vehicle in the Middle Harbor parking lot. PPD received a parking complaint on Haugen Drive. The owner later moved the vehicle. A protective order was served. An officer responded to a report of a reckless all terrain vehicle... Full story
Petersburg is ramping up preparations for this year's star-spangled celebration as Independence Day draws near. On Monday, it was announced that "Let Freedom Ring" would be the theme for floats participating in the Fourth of July parade, beating out other contenders "Tour America," "Create Hope in the World," and "Celebrate U.S." The Petersburg Chamber of Commerce is organizing the parade and Administrator Mindy Lopez is encouraging any and all local organizations, nonprofits, churches,...
The Petersburg Borough Assembly unanimously passed an ordinance that will raise the amount that sewer utility rates will increase by in FY24 during its June 5 meeting. In May 2022, the assembly voted to increase sewer utility rates by 3% annually from FY23-FY26, but this new ordinance will double the planned rate increase in FY24, raising rates for one year by 6%. According to an annual rate review of the utility, the 6% raise is needed to keep up with increased costs and expenses to the...
May 31 – An officer conducted an extra patrol watch on Chief John Lott Street. An officer investigated suspicious activity on Mitkof Highway and found all okay. Petersburg Police Department (PPD) notified Power and Light (P&L) of a city wide power outage. A fire alarm activated on North 1st Street due to the power outage – all was okay. An officer assisted an individual on Lake Street. An individual completed a sex offender registry. An officer conducted a welfare check on an individual on Lake Street and found all okay. An officer spoke wit... Full story
The Petersburg Borough Assembly will hold the third and final readings of two ordinances that could affect local harbor operations at its meeting next Monday. Ordinance #2023-07 would limit the amount of moorage space than can be used by live-aboards and increase fines for wake violations while Ordinance #2023-09 would codify harbor parking enforcement. Both ordinances were unanimously approved by the assembly during their first and second readings last month. The Harbor and Ports Advisory...
May 24 – An officer provided a courtesy transport to an individual on Mitkof Highway needing assistance getting to the hospital. Petersburg Police Department (PPD) received a report of a dangerous driver on South 3rd Street but the responding officer was unable to locate the described vehicle. An officer provided a courtesy transport to an individual on Fram Street. An officer responded to a complaint of a parked vehicle blocking access on North 2nd Street. The owner was contacted and the vehicle was moved. May 25 – An officer conducted extra f... Full story
Alaska lawmakers reached a compromise on the state budget and adjourned after a one-day special session last week, approving a $1,300 Permanent Fund dividend for this fall with the possibility of a second, smaller payment next year if oil revenues exceed projections. The amount of the PFD and the capital budget — construction and maintenance projects in legislators’ home districts — were the final items that forced legislators into a special session after the regular session ended May 17 without a budget. The governor called them back to work...
