The processor F/V Akutan was abandoned in Unalaska’s Captains Bay in September following a disastrous fishing season in Bristol Bay where the ship’s owner went broke, the crew went unpaid, and it’s 158,000 pound haul of salmon was declared unfit for human consumption.
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Unalaska fire chief says he was forced to resign
Colvin believes he was pushed out by Public Safety Director Mike Holman while the interim city manager was out of town. Citing personnel issues, the City of Unalaska is limited in what they can say about Colvin’s departure.
Coast Guard medevacs man experiencing symptoms of appendicitis
The U.S. Coast Guard medevaced a man Saturday off a bulk carrier 122 miles southwest of Adak.
As recall effort gets underway, Unalaska’s mayor denies illegal dock negotiations
months of intense public criticism. Frank Kelty has denied allegations that he interfered with the former city manager or forced his resignation.
Unalaska police chief confirms investigation of city councilors
Members of the Unalaska City Council are under investigation. Police Chief Mike Holman confirmed Tuesday to KUCB that the Unalaska Department of Public Safety is investigating current and potentially former city councilors.
Cruise ship cancellation a ‘significant loss’ to Unalaska businesses
Although Unalaska is known as America’s top fishing port, tourism — in particular the cruise ship industry — is a growing source of revenue especially for small businesses and non-profits.