The U.S. Coast Guard says a seaman will face a court martial on murder and other charges in the death of a fellow seaman.
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Coast Guard suspends search for 5 missing fishermen west of Kodiak
Rescuers on scene said the elements were against them: 40 mph winds, well-below-freezing temperatures, and high seas as they searched for the boat and crew.
GCI applies to bring fiber optic to Aleutian communities
The project would bring fiber optic cable from Kodiak to Unalaska, spanning approximately 428 miles.
Could Makushin Volcano provide geothermal energy to Unalaska?
The Ounalashka Corp. and Chena Power have formed a company to develop a geothermal project at nearby Makushin Volcano. Unalaska city officials support the new project.
Unalaska considers legal action against airlines involved in last month’s fatal plane crash
Whether or not the city pursues legal action, officials said the crash and suspension of flights have “highlighted how fragile public transportation is for Unalaska and the entire region.”
Unalaska declares emergency over suspended air service; city plans to charter flights for community
Unalaska’s mayor says the city’s goal is to get flights up and running next week — as long it can secure an emergency waiver from the U.S. Department of Transportation.
With regular flights still suspended, Unalaska considers emergency declaration after crash
City officials took up the idea after RavnAir Group announced that it would not resume regular flights until early November.
With candidacy deadline approaching, 2 Unalaskans have filed for 5 seats
Prospective candidates must file by Monday, Aug. 19.
With 20 ships scheduled, Unalaska expects record-setting cruise season
While tourism demand is growing in Unalaska, Carlin Enlow of the Unalaska Visitors Bureau doesn’t see the small fishing community becoming a major cruise ship destination like Ketchikan or Juneau.
Death Of Coast Guard member sparks investigation in Unalaska
The Coast Guard is investigating the death of a crew member of the cutter Douglas Munro. The Virginia man was found unresponsive Sunday on Amaknak Island.