Studies recommended relocating villages like Newtok, Kivalina and Shishmaref. But more than 10 years later they are still there, with waves getting higher and storms getting stronger.
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Leaking gas fouled Shishmaref’s coast for 18 months, until it was traced to the village’s only gas line
It’s unclear how much residual cleanup will cost, but the the owner of the gas line will cover the expenses as the responsible party.
Obama administration cancels offshore lease sales, cites lack of interest
Gov. Walker said it’s like that door has been shut in Alaska’s face. “This hits us at our lowest time,” he said.
Women’s traditional chin tattoos are making a comeback in Alaska
A new generation is using tattoos to reclaim what it means to be a Native woman in the 21st century.
Crews train to prevent repeat of Selendang Ayu grounding
The system was developed after the freighter Selendang Ayu lost power and grounded off of Unalaska Island in Dec. 2004. Six crewmembers were killed when the ship broke in half and spilled oil and its soybean cargo along the shoreline.
Access to benefits focus of VA Secretary’s visit to Point Hope, Kotzebue
Without the VA facilities and representatives, information has a hard time reaching vets in bush Alaska.