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Marlena Erickson returned from a life-changing trip to Sweden last Tuesday. Erickson spent more than 11 months in Hudisvall, Sweden, which is approximately two hours north of Stockholm, as a foreign exchange student through the Petersburg Rotary Club. “I still feel like I’m in a dream,” Erickson said. “It was such an amazing experience.” Erickson explained that she was able to take a three week tour of Europe while she was there as well. She visited Germany, Poland, Austria, France and Belgi... Full story
The trip of a lifetime awaits River Quitslund as he leaves for Ching Mai, Thailand Monday. Quitslund applied for the foreign exchange student program through the Petersburg Rotary Club. “This was kind of a split-second decision,” Quitslund said. “My guidance counselor asked if I would be interested and I applied.” He was not interested at first, but after discussing the program with his mother, Karen, he realized what a great opportunity it would be. Quitslund explained that his mother wanted...
Win the new iPad in the library’s Amazing Rainforest Race. The deadline for entries is Saturday August 11 at 5pm. Complete each leg of the race and your name will be entered into the iPad drawing on August 13. Clues are at the library or online at psglib.org. Teen Reading Raffle - enter at psglib.org or at the library to win great prizes. Grand prize is a Kindle Fire - drawing is on August 7. Summer Reading Challenge Final Event – Ice cream party - Friday August 3rd at 1:30. Ice cream sundaes and prizes for all of our summer readers. To be elig...
Sabrein Elise Cole was born July 6, 2012 to Katie Bell and Eric Cole at Juneau Bartlett Regional Hospital. She weighed 8 lbs 11 oz and was 19 ¾ inches long....
The sun rises over mountain peaks as heavy fog blankets Petersburg’s waterfront last week....
A bald eagle in flight over the tidal flats along Wrangell Narrows....
This sand bar near Shakes Slough up the Stikine River was the scene of “customer appreciation” BBQ hosted by Rocky’s Marine on Sunday. An estimated 30 boaters shared in the festivities....
July 28, 1982 - Max Haube, Rose Haube and John Silva Sr. were given the honorary title of Parade Grand Marshals during the past 4th of July in Petersburg. The honor was fitting, as both men are considered pioneers in the Petersburg fishing industry. Born in 1885, John Silva recently celebrated his 97th birthday, allowing him to lay claim to being the oldest man in Petersburg. John came to Petersburg from Wrangell in 1918, and was employed by Alaska Glacier Seafood and P.F.I. for 38 years. His...
“The World” will visit Petersburg on Sunday, July 29, according to Sally Dwyer, office manager of the Petersburg Chamber of Commerce. The World, launched in 2002 is the largest privately owned yacht on the planet. It measures 644 feet and is owned by the persons residing aboard the 165 private luxury residences. The owners, according to the ship’s website, determine the cruise itinerary. The residents wake up to a new destination every few days. The ship’s Enrichment Program brings experts onboard to prepare residents for experiences from wi...
Saltwater from Frederick Sound cascades of this Humpback during a breech last weekend. Humpbacks have been congregating in greater numbers along the Kupreanof shoreline from Portage Bay to the Turnabout Spit....
The Hanseatic anchored in Frederick Sound and passed through the Narrows on Monday. The six deck, 400 foot, 5-star cruise ship hosts 184 passengers and 125 crew. The vessel is described as the only five-star expedition-cruise ship in the world and specializes in trips to Antarctica. The vessel has the highest ice class for passenger ships, E4. Approximately 160 guests were lightered into town for shopping and excursions, according to Sally Dwyer of the chamber of commerce....
Heather Canik (left) applies stage makeup to Nick Johnston and Ellie Hegar (right) applies makeup to James Hegar. Monday was a makeup test, to prepare for a video shoot taking place this weekend. The group are working to make a video trailer for a screenplay written by James Hegar called "Dead End Job," which was a semi-finalist in Amazon's Best Script Contest last October. The script attracted a director who contacted Canik and Hegar about possibly making the film....
Sweet Mama, reigning matriarch at Anan Observatory, comes out to welcome everyone back - and not only are the bears returning, but the salmon and the visitors are all flocking as well....
July 21, 1982 - The Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities and The Boeing Company have announced the schedule for the forthcoming free demonstration of the Boeing Jetfoil in eleven Southeast Alaska communities. The Jetfoil built by Boeing Marine Systems, is the boat that flies like an airplane on underwater “wings” or foils. The demonstration came about in response to legislation introduced in the recent legislative session by Sen. Bill Ray of Juneau. The $1.2 million pro...
Two mature bald eagles rest upon a rocky reef just south of the Five Fingers Lighthouse on Tuesday....
The Petersburg Parks and Recreation Department and The Trading Union teamed up to host the Safety Bike Rodeo Saturday. Safe Routes to School of the Alaska Department of Transportation had representatives on hand along with Reflectasaurus to ensure all in attendance received all safety information needed. “We are hoping to make this a much larger event in the future,” Barry Morrison said. “Maybe we will add a carnival to it next year.” Many organizations pulled out all the stops to make sure this...
Perched on a log, young Blaise Cowan takes aim at a 3 dimensional deer target during the annual Devils Thumb Archery Tournament at the Jack Hicks Memorial Archery Range. Over 80 people of all ages attended the event on Saturday, July 14 in Petersburg....
Bergie-bits and ice bergs float out of LeConte Bay behind Camp Island last Sunday in this view from LeConte Outlook on the Three Lakes Loop Road....
A bald eagle perched atop a harbor piling watches last week’s Fourth of July festivities....
July 14, 1982 - If someone has explained to you that, honestly, he was bumping along Three Lakes Loop Road last Wednesday in an old pickup truck and along came a big, silver Greyhound bus with a sign in the front window saying “Macon, Georgia,” he was telling the truth. The driver of the first tour bus to hit Petersburg in years says he has always liked cruising his Greyhound down the less beaten, potholed path. He guided this busload of senior citizens from Macon, up Canada’s rugged Highw...
Petersburg's First Friday Meet the Artist event was a big success Friday evening. Even the rain could not keep Petersburg art lovers at home. Paintings by Beth Flor were displayed for the public at Miele Gallery and Framing, and everyone had a chance to talk with the artist. “I like to paint places I have been,” Flor said. “And I take photos of the subjects sometimes to capture the light at the moment.” Don Cornelius was on hand at Wild Celery Framing Studio and Eclectic Gallery with several of... Full story
The Petersburg Parks and Recreation Department Big Viking Summer Camp is in full swing and this week the theme for these campers is Ancient Ancestors. “We are trying to teach the kids the hardships of living on the land,” Brigham Young University intern Jake Hartner stated. “This is obviously not a true Tlingit structure, but they are getting the idea behind the activity.” Hartner and his wife, Tiffany, also a BYU intern, guided the children to the woods around Sandy Beach Park. Campers Ines La...
Most playful – Chewie, entered by Caleb Fankhauser Largest – Eros, entered by Marisa Martens Smallest – Yoshi, entered by Darla Mattingly Hairiest – Hank, entered by Helen Riemer Baldest – Rocky, entered by Alesha Taylor Loudest bark - Chewie, entered by Caleb Fankhauser Highest jumper – Eros, entered by Marisa Martens Longest tail – Yuna, entered by Samantha Kivisto with Sajjan White Shortest tail – Benson, entered by Terry Wolf with Peter Newman Fattest – Rocky, entered by Alesha Taylor Skinniest – Britlee, entered by Dakota Caples Most...
Nathan Daniel Rock was born on June 29, 2012 to Ken and Nora Rock at Mat-Su Mid-Wifery in Wasilla, Alaska. He weighed 9 lbs. ad was 20 3/4 inches long....
