A private plane crashed near Eldred Rock Wednesday afternoon. It was carrying three passengers and a pilot.
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35th Anniversary of the Prinsendam, Part 1: The Rescue
Despite an incoming typhoon, 30-foot seas, and 100-meter visibility, every one of the more than 500 passengers and crew escaped before the ship burned and sank.
New homes for 40+ animals rescued from one Ketchikan house
Ketchikan’s animal shelter has gotten some relief in recent weeks after rescuing more than 40 animals from one home in early October.
Sitka officials say stun gun incident conformed to police policy
“It’s pretty astounding that the young man was Tased multiple times and didn’t comply. Because immediately you want to … it hurts!” said Sitka Police Chief Sheldon Schmitt.
Southeast skin artist chosen for Native arts residency
Yup’ik artist Peter Williams of Sitka is headed to the Institute of American Indian Arts in Santa Fe, New Mexico, under a Rasmuson Foundation-funded artist-in-residence program.
How 3D printing helps preserve and return sacred Tlingit objects
The Smithsonian is using 3D printing and scanning technology to preserve and repatriate Hoonah Indian Association items.
Sealaska dividends funded by other Native corporations
Sealaska will distribute $17.5 million in dividends to its 22,000 shareholders on Dec. 3. Most of the money comes from zinc and oil earnings up north.
Arrest video raises questions of excessive force in Sitka jail
It’s not pretty to watch. Sitka police chief Sheldon Schmitt is candid about that.
How researchers use traditional place names and knowledge
Using traditional knowledge to support ecological research was the focus of two presentations Saturday at the “Sharing Our Knowledge” Tlingit clan conference.
Sitka keeps Alaska Bulk Water afloat with 6th contract extension
Not a single drop has been exported so far, but at the company’s request, the Sitka Assembly last week agreed to extend their contract for the sixth time.