The state spent $40 million to extend and upgrade the remote road outside of the Southeast Alaska village of Kake across the northern side of the island to a new boat ramp about 12 miles from Petersburg.
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Petersburg assembly calls for tailings dam ban and a pause on British Columbia mining permits
The resolution asks for a pause on permitting for new mine projects until there’s an agreement between the U.S. and Canada on protecting rivers from mining pollution.
Central Southeast Alaska moose hunt sets new record
Nearly half this year’s haul, or 61 moose, came from Kupreanof Island.
Missing Kake man found dead on Monday
Troopers say it appears that 55-year-old David Dalton succumbed to the elements.
Flu season could strain hospitals even further, Petersburg health officials say
Health care providers are urging people to get vaccinated for the flu as well as COVID-19.
Petersburg group raises money for long-term upkeep of historic Southeast lighthouse
The lighthouse building dates back to 1935, built in the art deco style. It replaced one that burned to the ground in 1933.