As the fishing season ramps up, mid-sized coastal towns are finding they have little say over who shows up to work in the industry.
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Tribal health programs throughout Alaska take precautions against coronavirus
Alaska Native and tribal health organizations take the wellness of their communities pretty seriously. Many of them are taking a precautionary approach to coronavirus — but their biggest piece of advice is this: Don’t panic.
Tribal government starts food and supplies drive for smaller Southeast communities without ferries
Toothpaste, shampoo and conditioner, baby wipes and diapers, and feminine products are in short supply without a ferry to deliver freight to Angoon, Hoonah, Kake, Pelican, and Tenakee Springs.
Amid the ferry shutdown, an Angoon school asked the Coast Guard to deliver food
The Chatham School District superintendent says that USDA foods bound for a school in Angoon were stuck in a Juneau warehouse for weeks. The school reached out to the Coast Guard last month requesting they deliver those goods, but that request was denied.
Ferry Matanuska sailings canceled through mid-April
Service on the ferry Matanuska, the Alaska Marine Highway’s sole operating mainliner this winter, has yet to begin. Transportation officials have announced more cancellations through the middle of April, when the Columbia is expected back in service.
Ferry service gaps create food shortages in Southeast Alaska communities
As the shutdown in regional ferry service continues, private business owners in Southeast Alaska are trying to keep up with the demand as customers look for options.
Alaska DOT eyes charter vessels for Angoon, Hoonah and Kake
The Alaska Department of Transportation seeks ships capable of ferrying 125 passengers from Juneau to Hoonah, Angoon and Kake. The three communities aren’t scheduled to receive a state ferry until March.
Family members suspected and JPD confirms that alcohol was a factor in fatal Juneau car crash
Ralph Watkins is sharing what he knows about his son’s car crash because he wants it to be a wake-up call.
Tazlina brought back into service to provide more Southeast Alaska ferry sailings
The Tazlina was scheduled to have new side doors installed this winter. Instead, the state ferry will provide service between Juneau and the communities of Haines, Skagway, Hoonah and Gustavus.
Alaska Marine Highway reduces winter service as LeConte, Aurora ferries docked for repairs
The Alaska Department of Transportation says this winter there will be one ferry a week to Haines and Skagway, and no AMHS service to Angoon, Tenakee Springs, Pelican and Gustavus.