A local firefighter’s stolen gear – including his red fire helmet — is the subject of this week’s Juneau Crime Line.
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Juneau swimmers bring home gold from Special Olympics World Games
Christine Quick and CJ Umbs returned from the Special Olympics World Games in Los Angeles with five medals.
Juneau first stop on gay cruise’s trip around Alaska
RSVP cruise, which caters exclusively to gay and lesbian patrons, made it’s first stop in Juneau, during it’s week-long Alaska tour.
Alleged thieves fess up to stealing Capitol flags
Two seasonal workers have admitted to Juneau police that they stole the U.S and Alaska flags. Police have yet to name or arrest them.
Slideshow: Coast Guard Buoy Tender Roundup ‘heat and beat’ challenge
The Coast Guard is hosting Buoy Tender Roundup for the first time in Juneau since 2012. The week is filled with training and intense competition, like Tuesday’s “heat and beat” challenge.
Video: Firefighter’s-eye view of live burn training
“There’s never enough training,” says Assistant Chief Ed Quinto. “Especially when your life and other people’s lives depend on it.”