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Carter, young male black lab mix. Photo courtesy Homer Animal Shelter

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Pet of the Week: Carter

This shy guy loves to play or just cuddle and hang out.

These gyros make a super delicious and satisfying tofu dish. Photo by Tressa Dale/Peninsula Clarion

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A new addition to the menu

Tofu gyros with homemade lentil wraps are so surprisingly satisfying and add extra fiber and protein to a…

This image is the only confirmed photograph of guide Ben Swesey discovered by the author. The photo, from John P. Holman’s 1933 hunting memoir, “Sheep and Bear Trails,” shows Swesey working to remove the cape from a Dall sheep ram shot by Holman in 1917.

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Ben Swesey: More to the story — Part 3

AUTHOR’S NOTE: Danger was inherent in the job. Although his fellow hunting guide, William Weaver, had narrowly escaped…

Members of the Homer High School boys and girls cross country teams pose for a photo with coaches and Kenai Peninsula Borough Mayor Peter Micciche following the borough's presentation of a commendation and certificates of achievement to the athletes on Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2026, in Homer, Alaska. Photo courtesy Justin Zank

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Best Bets

You know the drill — for information on upcoming events happening on the peninsula, take a look at…

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Homer happenings from years past

Max Wrobel was born Jan. 14, 2026, at South Peninsula Hospital in Homer, Alaska. Photo provided by Shelaine Woodrum

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Max Wrobel birth

Max Wrobel was born on Jan. 14, 2026, at South Peninsula Hospital to parents Shelaine Woodrum and Bradley…

A pencil sketch by Hannan Weisser, created from a reference image in David Pettibone's drawing class last fall, is on display at Kachemak Bay Campus through the end of January. Photo provided by Hannah Weisser

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Cultivating creativity

Exhibit showcases student work from last fall’s college painting and drawing classes.

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Death notice: Marvin “Ted” Dale Smith

Marvin “Ted” Dale Smith passed on Dec. 27, 2025 in his home. There will be a celebration of…

Charlie and Percy Weasley, 1.5-year-old males. Photo courtesy of Homer Animal Shelter

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Pet of the Week: Charlie and Percy Weasley

These two are currently being fostered, but it’s time they find they furever home.

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Homer happenings from years past

Dried rosehips cling to the bare branches of a rosebush outside the Homer News office on Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2026, in Homer, Alaska. (Delcenia Cosman/Homer News)

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Bets Bets

It’s cold outside, but things are heating up around here — the legislative season is about to start,…

These treats are full of fiber and protein and contain less sugar than a Nutri-grain bar, so you can feel good about spoiling yourself a little. Photo by Tressa Dale/Peninsula Clarion

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A treat for a new start

These cosmic brownies are a healthier, homemade version of the usual cafeteria currency.

Bon Debarras artists Dominic Desrochers, Jean-Francois Dumas and Veronique Plasse, presented by Homer Council on the Arts, will perform at the Homer High School Mariner Theatre on Saturday, March 14, 2026, in Homer, Alaska. Photo provided by Homer Council on the Arts

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Community art happenings in Homer

Homer Council on the Arts looks forward to another art-filled year.