The city administrator said there were so many people in town, computers slowed to a crawl and phones stopped working at City Hall.
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Scientists look for clues to Mt. Edgecumbe’s next eruption
While no eruption is imminent, scientists recently spent a few days collecting data on surface temperatures and gasses they hope will shed light on what’s brewing beneath the surface.
Navigation, communication were factors when cruise ship slammed into Sitka dock, report says
No injuries were reported in the accident, but damage to the pier was estimated at over $2 million dollars.
NOAA says revised analysis could allow Southeast king salmon troll fishing, despite ruling
If successful, Southeast trollers might be able to harvest king salmon this summer – if not on the traditional date of July 1, then possibly in August.
Troopers identify victims, recover 2 more bodies from Sitka charter boat sinking
One passenger and the boat’s captain have yet to be found.
Justice Department will appeal court order forcing Southeast Alaska troll fishery closure
The notice to appeal was submitted on May 23 on behalf of the Department of Commerce and the National Marine Fisheries Service.