One of only 26 bills passed by the legislature this year, Senate Bill 28 got the governor’s signature last week. It increases a state land allotment for the Petersburg borough to more than 14,000 acres.
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Talking Trash: Glass reused in Southeast landfills
Most recyclables in Petersburg go into a single bin at people’s homes. Plastics, aluminum, paper, it’s all picked up by the borough once a week. But glass is different.
Southeast Alaska Native literacy program expands
The Sealaska Heritage Institute announced this week it will be partnering with the Central Council of Tlingit and Haida Tribes of Alaska’s Head Start to offer the Baby Raven Reads program in Southeast communities.
State road striping gets messy in Petersburg
Motorists are complaining about the state of Alaska’s road painting job this week, with bright yellow line paint smeared along several state roads. The paint has also stained some vehicles and spread in yellow footprints and tire tracks.
Trial for fatal Petersburg van crash now set for 2018
Superior court judge Trevor Stephens agreed to set a new trial date of July 30, 2018. The judge hoped that could be as close to a firm trial date as possible.
Petersburg resident receives medal from King of Norway
A Petersburg resident has been recognized by the King of Norway for her dedication to promoting relations between Norway and the U.S. The Norway Ambassador to the U.S. was in Petersburg last week to hand out the Medal of St. Olav.