The cable runs from the Prince of Wales Island community of Coffman Cove to Juneau.
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Hurricane-force winds topple trees and power lines on Prince of Wales Island
Winds estimated at 60-80 m.p.h. were widespread across the island.
Beach Road in Haines to reopen after months-long closure due to landslide
The assembly’s decision to reopen Beach Road came after geotechnical engineers presented a report about the landslide and potential ongoing hazards associated with it.
Crews clean up after dozens of catastrophic landslides along Haines’ Lutak Inlet
Dozens of slides covered the 10 mile stretch of road that connects downtown Haines to the freight dock, the ferry terminal and Chilkoot Lake.
In Haines, crews work to clear roads and storm drains, restore power and water treatment
City and state workers are busy protecting and restoring roads, the water supply and the electrical grid in Haines after heavy rainfall and numerous mudslides.
Hearings set over Alaska utilities tax windfall
Investor-owned utilities are saving millions on their federal tax bills. The Regulatory Commission of Alaska is holding hearings over how much should flow back to ratepayers.
Prince of Wales residents testify about spotty, nonexistent cell and internet
Prince of Wales Island residents testified about limited internet, cell and landline service on the island during a public conference last week with the Regulatory Commission of Alaska.
Skagway boat freed from rocks after ferry mishap
Three Alaska Power and Telephone workers were rescued Tuesday after their boat ran aground 6 miles south of Skagway, according to a report from the Alaska State Troopers.
Internet improvements bode well for location-neutral workers in Haines
A number of Haines residents make a living with “location-neutral” jobs. For many of those people, a reliable internet connection is essential for their work.
Fiber optic cable proposed for Upper Lynn Canal
Alaska Power and Telephone is proposing laying a submarine fiber optic cable from Juneau to Haines and Skagway.