The first cruise ships of the 2012 season have begun sailing through Southeast Alaska. More ships will make port calls this year than last, and some of their passengers will reflect new industry trends.
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Southeast harbors targeted for upgrades
It looks like about 10 Southeast Alaska boat harbors will see repairs or construction soon. The capital budget moving through the Legislature provides millions for docks, ramps and associated facilities.
Japanese ship watched for oil, debris after being sunk
The Coast Guard is watching for fuel and debris from a derelict Japanese fishing vessel it sank off the coast of Southeast Alaska on Thursday.
Alaska delegation introduces bills honoring Judge Boochever
Bills introduced in the U.S. House and Senate would rename Juneau’s federal courthouse facilities in honor of the late Judge Robert Boochever, who passed away in October at the age of 94.
Rescues, service bring ferry system attention
The state’s Marine Transportation Advisory Board has added its voice to a legislative citation commending the Alaska Marine Highway System.
Attorneys, judges apply for seat on Alaska Supreme Court
Fourteen Alaskan attorneys are vying to replace Morgan Christen on the Alaska Supreme Court.
State’s top judge advocates for targeted, cost-effective justice
Chief Justice Walter Carpeneti says presumptive sentencing laws limits a judge’s role in sentencing.
Justices hear appeal of dismissed civil suit stemming from Juneau murder
Simone Kim was shot and killed by Jason Coday using a rifle he acquired from Rayco Sales.
Fast ferry lawsuit defendant sinks under bankruptcy
Derecktor Shipyards of Connecticut just emerged from previous bankruptcy five months ago.
Egan’s retirement choice bill on the move
The Senate State Affairs Committee has advanced a bill giving Alaska’s public employees a choice of retirement systems, despite objections from the Parnell administration.