The loans can be used to cover debts, payroll and other bills that couldn’t be paid because of the recent crashes.
Aleutians
2 Aleutian volcanoes on watch for potential eruption
Two western Aleutian volcanoes are showing signs of unrest, signaling the potential for an eruption in the coming days or weeks. Tanaga and Takawangha Volcanoes are about 60 miles west of Adak. Earthquake activity started increasing near Tanaga on March 4, with Takawangha following on March 8, according to the Alaska Volcano Observatory. “It certainly…
Elizabeth Kudrin remembered as ‘great survivor’ of World War II
Kudrin’s husband says his wife’s passing marks the end of an era. He calls her “the matriarch of matriarchs, the last mom from Attu.”
Tustumena to make 6 Aleutian chain runs this summer
The 59-year-old ship offered even fewer sailings last year due to repairs.
Unalaska settles suits claiming hostile work environment for police
Unalaska Department of Public Safety employees say they were either wrongfully fired or forced to quit due to harassment and bullying within the department.
Bering Sea crab crash jeopardizes St. Paul Island’s emergency medical services
The city’s economy is about 90% dependent on the harvest of snow crab, which closed for the first time in the fishery’s history in October.
Bering Sea cod fisherman fights for better catch price amid slow fishing seasons
Nearly 30 boats dropped their anchors or docked up in port, waiting for a better price.
Mount Young: Aleutian volcano renamed for explosive Alaska congressman
The mountain is west of Adak and comprises three volcanic cones.
Roads and buildings closed as heavy rains trigger flood warning in Unalaska
Heavy fog has the airport socked in — only two planes have made it in over the past six days.
Alaska crab fishery collapse seen as warning about Bering Sea transformation
Loss of snow crab and Bristol Bay red king crab harvests pose immediate hardships and raise worries about future seafood prospects.