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    Articles by Megan Pacer
    The Homer Spit stretching into Kachemak Bay is seen here on Thursday, Dec. 10, 2020 in Homer, Alaska. (Photo by Megan Pacer/Homer News)
    Personal watercraft allowed in Kachemak Bay once again
    By Megan Pacer • December 15, 2020 2:30 am

    Fish and Game repeals ban that kept them out of critical habitat areas

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    This sea otter pup recovered from the beach in Homer has been admitted to the Alaska SeaLife Center for care and rehabilitation. (Photo courtesy Alaska SeaLife Center)
    Sea otter pup found in Homer recovering at...
    By Megan Pacer • December 10, 2020 2:30 am

    A young sea otter pup rescued from the beach in Homer is now being treated by the Alaska SeaLife Center…

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    Ice chokes the Homer Harbor on Jan. 9, 2020, in Homer, Alaska. (Photo by Michael Armstrong/Homer News)
    Fishery council closes federal waters in Cook Inlet...
    By Megan Pacer • December 9, 2020 2:30 am

    Fishermen, processors, elected officials warn of devastation to the fishery

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    The Anchor Point Fire and Emergency Medical Services station on Milo Fritz Road in Anchor Point is shown in an undated photo. (Photo courtesy Anchor Point Fire and EMS)
    Formation of Western Emergency Service Area moves forward
    By Megan Pacer • December 9, 2020 2:30 am

    Board members have been appointed and transfer of assets is next

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    COVID-19. (Image courtesy CDC)
    State reports 4 new deaths, 577 new COVID-19...
    By Megan Pacer • December 9, 2020 2:30 am

    The Alaska Department of Health and Social Services reported four new deaths and 577 new cases of COVID-19 on Wednesday,…

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    The intersection of Skyline Drive and Ohlson Mountain Road, seen here Thursday, Dec. 10, 2020 outside Homer, Alaska. Residents of Ohlson Mountain Road have concerns about safety and speeding in the area, and the Kenai Peninsula Borough Assembly has formally asked the Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities to conduct safety and speed studies on the road. (Photo by Megan Pacer/Homer News)
    Assembly asks for safety study on Ohlson Mountain...
    By Megan Pacer • December 9, 2020 2:30 am

    Residents worry about increased traffic, speeding hazards

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    Homer senior Adeline Berry signs her National Letter of Intent to swim at University of Alaska Fairbanks with her dad, Jack Berry. (Photo courtesy Adeline Berry)
    Homer students sign to collegiate teams
    By Megan Pacer • December 2, 2020 2:30 am

    Two Mariners athletes head to college for swim, rowing

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    Lighted tree and present structures decorate the lawn Saturday, Dec. 16, 2017 at the Bear Creek Winery Gardens near Homer, Alaska. (Photo by Megan Pacer/Homer News)
    Trees for cheer: Group plans Christmas tree decoration...
    By Megan Pacer • December 2, 2020 2:30 am

    Members of the community are invited to decorate the trees

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    This screenshot shows the number of COVID-19 cases different regions of the Kenai Peninsula Borough School District has had over the last 14 days. (Screenshot by Homer News)
    Remote learning extended for most schools
    By Megan Pacer • December 2, 2020 2:30 am

    Younger students were able to return to onsite learning on Wednesday

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    Ice chokes the Homer Harbor on Jan. 9, 2020 in Homer, Alaska. (Photo by Michael Armstrong/Homer News)
    Cook Inlet salmon fishery issue to be decided...
    By Megan Pacer • December 2, 2020 2:30 am

    Fishermen, processors take issue with option to close waters to commercial fishing

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    COVID-19. (Image courtesy CDC)
    State reports 689 new COVID-19 cases Wednesday
    By Megan Pacer • December 2, 2020 2:30 am

    The Alaska Department of Health and Social Services reported 689 new cases of COVID-19 on Wednesday and no new deaths…

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    COVID-19. (Image courtesy CDC)
    State addresses COVID-19 case data backlog
    By Megan Pacer • November 27, 2020 2:30 am

    More than 1,600 positive cases were reported late by new commercial lab in Anchorage

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    COVID-19. (Image courtesy CDC)
    DHSS: 13 additional deaths tied to COVID-19
    By Megan Pacer • November 24, 2020 2:30 am

    Coronavirus activity is up at South Peninsula Hospital

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