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Police blotter for Dec. 3
This report contains public information available from local emergency response and law enforcement organizations.
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The ‘third space’ lending library hosting my first Gallery Walk
I am collaborating with Lodestone Library for Gallery Walk for my first time on Friday, Dec. 5. I will be having a slideshow of my adventures and be selling my calendars and new magnets. Many readers know me from my Voices column so today I am going to talk about Lodestone.
2 days ago5 min read
With homelessness rising, new federal rules could benefit states that take tougher approaches
The Trump administration’s funding priorities have drawn backlash from some states, providers.
2 days ago6 min read
Haines staff, divers respond after 81-foot tender sinks in small boat harbor
An 81-foot tender, the F/V Pavlof, sank Thursday morning while moored in the Haines Harbor.
2 days ago2 min read
Planned fiber-optic cable will add backup for Alaska’s phone and high-speed internet network
The project, set to come online in fall 2027, is expected to bring more reliable internet and phone service to several isolated coastal communities.
2 days ago4 min read
Corps of Engineers plans 3 days of closed-door flood solution meetings with ‘stakeholders and community partners’
‘Opportunity to work with our partners without any kind of public scrutiny’ will allow more candid discussion of long-term proposals, spokesperson says.
2 days ago2 min read
Gallery Walk to feature over 50 participating locations with live performances, art shows and more
December’s First Friday includes holiday activities that will extend through the weekend.
2 days ago10 min read
JDHS hockey team peppers puck past Soldotna
Crimson Bears skate over the Stars to sweep road series.
2 days ago2 min read
Mental health crisis occurring among students at MEHS
10% of students have withdrawn during school year following staffing reductions and leadership changes, parents and staff tell state education board.
2 days ago8 min read
CBJ halts new permit applications Dec. 11-Jan. 11 due to system upgrades
In-person processing of existing applications available until Dec. 31; all permitting activity will be paused between Jan. 1-11.
2 days ago2 min read
Perseverance Theatre tackles fanaticism of fame, careers in the arts with new comedy
‘Buyer and Cellar’ to open as the theatre's second play of season Friday
2 days ago4 min read
Obituary: Shirley Jean Andersen
Shirley Jean Andersen, a 25-year resident of Port Ludlow, died peacefully on Oct. 20, 2025, at the Liberty Shore Retirement Community in Poulsbo, Washington, after a long bout with Alzheimer’s Disease.
2 days ago4 min read
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