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Fiscal note measure aims to make borough more transparent, says sponsor

The Kenai Peninsula Borough has adopted a permanent policy aimed at making the legislative process more transparent. Ordinances…

NPFMC OKs pots to deter whales

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NPFMC OKs pots to deter whales

Whales and the North Pacific Fishery Management Council potentially transformed the black cod fishery last week when the…

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Lower prices could mean more markets for state’s wild salmon

Too much red and pink salmon could be a blessing in an ugly disguise for 2015.  The commercial…

This map illustrates the routes each of the four Cooper Landing Bypass alternatives would take, along with the existing Sterling Highway route. The project would likely cost between $250 and $304 million with construction beginning in 2018.

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DOT unveils options for $250M-plus Cooper Landing Bypass

The Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities wants feedback on plans to move the Sterling Highway around…

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Greenpeace group boards Arctic offshore drill rig

ANCHORAGE — Six Greenpeace activists protesting Arctic offshore drilling on Monday boarded a drill rig as it was…

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Soldotna program aims to better business climate

SOLDOTNA — A better rapport between the city of Soldotna and local businesses could result in a healthier…

Pacific cod fishery slow going this season

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Pacific cod fishery slow going this season

Bad weather and a lack of markets has led to a basic shutdown of the Pacific cod season…

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Except for dividend checks, citizens disconnected from Alaska’s finances

Alaska’s current budget crisis can easily be blamed on the plunge in oil prices, which are less than…

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Sportfishing businesses can apply for Cook Inlet 2012 salmon disaster relief

The Pacific States Marine Fisheries Commission is now accepting applications from sportfishing businesses in Cook Inlet for $4.6…

Montana charges former  Board of Fish nominee

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Montana charges former Board of Fish nominee

Roland Maw has been charged in Montana following an investigation regarding residency issues. Jim Kropp, chief of law…

Dr. Sarah Spencer of South Peninsula Hospital

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Addiction treatment offered in Homer, Ninilchik

Dr. Sarah Spencer of South Peninsula Hospital is now accepting referrals for the treatment of addiction to prescription…

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Southeast Alaskans look to increase food production

JUNEAU — Where does your food come from? Where does your kid’s school lunch come from? Ninety-five percent…

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Senate passes bill limiting state in alternate gas plan

JUNEAU — The Alaska Senate passed a bill Tuesday that would temporarily restrict participation by a state-sponsored corporation…