Nearly $14 million in federal funding is earmarked for two separate programs aimed at cleaning up marine debris in the state.
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Kodiak grocery shelves left bare after rough weather delays barge deliveries
An emergency cargo flight filled with provisions landed in Kodiak Sunday morning to help fill the gap.
Alaska would be insulated from a nationwide railroad strike, officials say
Rep. Peltola, citing lack of sick leave for workers, says she opposes strike-averting legislation in current form.
Anchorage’s Polynesian community packs up thousands of pounds of donations for relatives in Tonga
Anchorage’s Polynesian community has collected thousands of pounds of clothing, food, water and other goods for Tonga.
Hawaii-based company donates 3 years of shipping to Food Bank of Alaska
The CEO of the Food Bank of Alaska says the Hawaii-based shipping company’s commitment is huge, especially with food insecurity rates spiking with the pandemic.
COVID-19 hasn’t interrupted Alaska’s resupply lifeline from Pacific NW, and woe if it does
The tug crews fit into a category of essential workers the general public rarely sees — even less so now that shore leave by mariners and visitors boarding the vessels are almost completely forbidden.
Can a Northeast Chinese city be Alaska’s next big trading partner?
A group of Chinese business delegates from the northeastern city of Harbin visited Anchorage Friday to foster discussions over future endeavors the two entities can work together on.
Unalaska cleans up fish oil spill
Fish oil is considered an environmental hazard, but is far less damaging than crude oil.
The Port of Anchorage: A crucial cargo hub at risk
“If you eat it, wear it, use it, or drive it, it’s on the ship,” said Grace Greene, vice president and general manager for Tote in Alaska.
Horizon Lines to sell Alaska operations
After years of financial trouble, Horizon Lines has announced plans to sell off its routes in Alaska and Hawaii.