Southeast Alaska has more residents – and more jobs – than ever. That’s according to a report released during the Southeast Conference’s annual meeting in Sitka.
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Southeast leaders consider region’s maritime industry
About 250 Panhandle business, government and nonprofit leaders will gather in Sitka Sept. 17-19.
Greens Creek allowed limited tailings expansion
An additional 18 acres will extend the life of the mine by 10 years
Carnival cruise ships installing air-pollution “scrubbers”
The world’s largest cruise corporation will soon install new pollution-control equipment on 32 of its ships. Carnival, Princess and Holland-America vessels sailing Alaska waters are likely to be among those getting the gear.
Huna Totem may build own dock without city grant
Hoonah’s village Native corporation may build its own cruise-ship dock, bypassing a city effort funded by the Legislature.
Medevac insurance company regains license
Apollo Medi Trans, a popular medevac insurance company, has its state license back. But it’s not quite ready to sign up new customers or renew policies.