The settlement agreement cited five violations in 2019 at Greens Creek Mine, a silver mine in the Tongass National Forest. Most were related to lead contamination.
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Hecla Greens Creek wants to close mine to hunters
“They are putting our employees at risk by shooting in blind areas,” mine spokesman Mike Satre said. The Alaska Board of Game will weigh the proposal at its January meeting in Petersburg.
Hecla mine reports contract employee killed in fatal bear mauling
A company spokesman said this is the first bear-related injury the mine’s had since opening in 1989.
Silver production up 16 percent at Greens Creek Mine in 2013
Hecla Mining Company reports about 7.4 million ounces of silver produced at the Admiralty Island mine in 2013.
Parnell urges mining students to follow their passions
More than 50 high school students taking an “Introduction to Mining Occupations” course through the University of Alaska Southeast had quite the guest speaker on the first day of class Tuesday. Governor Sean Parnell urged the students to follow their passions, whether they end up working in the mining industry or not. “This class is…
State still the largest Juneau employer; report shows private sector increases
Juneau’s economic health still depends on government, according to the 2012 Economic Indicators report from the Juneau Economic Development Council.