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Josiah Kelly, right, appears for a superior court arraignment at the Kenai Courthouse in Kenai, Alaska, on Tuesday, Nov. 26, 2024. (Jake Dye/Peninsula Clarion)

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Anchor Point man accepts plea deal for November shootings

Buildings operated by a local health clinic and an addiction recovery nonprofit were targeted.

Robert Gutierrez

Obituaries

Robert “Scott” Gutierrez

May 12, 1971 – June 4, 2025

Wanda Baxter

Obituaries

Wanda Baxter

August 16, 1935 – June 2, 2025

The Homer Senior Citizens Inc. sign, illuminated by sunlight on June 12. (Chloe Pleznac/Homer News)

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Homer Senior Citizens shares update on financial recovery

The nonprofit disclosured last year it had substantial unpaid payroll taxes and outstanding invoices.

Cars and trucks adorned with flags drive down the Homer Spit Road on Saturday, June 14, 2025 in Homer, Alaska. The processional was in honor of Flag Day and the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Army being formed. (Chloe Pleznac/Homer News)

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Vehicle convoy celebrates Flag Day with parade down Homer Spit

The processional honored the 250th anniversary of the founding of the U.S. Army.

A demonstrator holds up a sign during the “No Kings” protest on Saturday, June 14, 2025, at WKFL Park in Homer, Alaska. (Chloe Pleznac/Homer News)

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Homer hits the streets to say ‘No Kings’

Around 700 gathered locally as part of a nationwide protest.

The Cutting Edge Crew, including Jonathan Bloch, Maria Bloch, Nathan Kincaid, Misty Kincaid and Nicole Reynolds, donate their first place prize of $500 to Homer Little League during the Homer Steps Up celebration on June 5, 2025, in Homer, Alaska. Photo provided by South Peninsula Hospital

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‘The Cutting Edge Crew’ wins 2025 Homer Steps Up Challenge

The group chose to donate their $500 win to Homer Little League

Mike O'Meara.

Opinion

Letters to the editor

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Cats, dogs, guinea pigs and a bunny are up for adoption at Alaska Mindful Paws. Photo courtesy of Homer Animal Shelter

Community

Pets of the Week: Group Photo

Alaska Mindful Paws has plenty of furry friends waiting for their furever home.

Alex Koplin is a founding member of Kenai Peninsula Votes. (courtesy photo)

Opinion

Point of View: Do you know who the fourth branch of government is?

I’ve been asking friends if they know what the fourth branch of government is. Most say there are…

A vintage Underwood typewriter sits on a table on Tuesday, Feb. 22, 2022, at the Homer News in Homer, Alaska. (Photo by Michael Armstrong/Homer News)

Opinion

Point of View: Support our seniors and nonprofits — protect Medicare, Medicaid and SNAP

The turnaround at Homer Senior Citizens Center (HSC) is nothing short of miraculous, thanks to the leadership of…

The Homer Harbor is photographed on Saturday, May 20, 2023, in Homer, Alaska. (Homer News file photo)

Opinion

Point of View: Weighing financial uncertainty amid harbor expansion plans

Smart financial decisions wait for the right time to invest.

Potted succulents are for sale at the Homer Farmers Market on Saturday, May 31, 2025, in Homer, Alaska. (Delcenia Cosman/Homer News)

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It’s National Certified Nursing Assistants’ Day! June 12 kicks off this year’s CNA Appreciation Week — do you…