Films about Unalaska get Emmy nod (2008-09-23)
A series of short films called The Real Dutch, which featured Unalaskans, received an Emmy nod this year.
RCA revokes Adak's power certificate (2008-09-23)
After months of mismanagement and rolling blackouts, the Regulatory Commission of Alaska has revoked the City of Adak's ability to run the power utility.
Your Voices: How will the economic crisis affect Unalaska? (2008-09-23)
How will the collapse of the US economy affect Unalaskans? We asked your views.
PCR Triathalon draws large crowd (2008-09-22)
This year's PCR triathalon involved over 30 athletes and 35 volunteers.
Unalaska' Candidates Forum (2008-09-22)
Learn about your local candidates and prepare for the upcoming elections!
Russians missile testing in Bering Sea (2008-09-18)
Russian submarines armed with intercontinental ballistic missiles are test firing their rockets in the north Pacific this week.
Crab team releases OFL recommendations (2008-09-18)
The crab planning team is meeting in Seattle to discuss this year's overfishing limits.
Russian pollock seeks MSC certification (2008-09-18)
The Russian Pollock Association is seeking certification from the Marine Stewardship Council.
Researchers tag humpbacks in Unalaska Bay (2008-09-18)
A group of researchers is tagging whales to learn more about their migration habits and they're getting a little help from a Crocodile.
Adak's power returns (2008-09-16)
Adak's power crisis ends as the Aleut Corporation extends credit to help the city buy more fuel. But some say the fuel problem indicates a need for change.
Medicine Dream brings music therapy (2008-09-15)
The Native American pop-rock brand brought community members spiritual healing.
Adak fuel crisis continues (2008-09-15)
The city of Adak's fuel problems continue with shortened power availability and no publicly announced plans until tomorrow.
New airport under construction in Atka (2008-09-12)
Atka's new, lengthened airport is underway and will allow larger airplanes to reach the village.
Medicine Dream plays in Unalaska (2008-09-12)
The Native American band Medicine Dream will give a concert and wellness presentations this weekend.
Unangan culture program planning begins (2008-09-12)
Planning is underway for Unangan culture classes for elementary school students.
City still considering alternative energy (2008-09-11)
The City of Unalaska is still considering large-scale alternative energy projects, but geothermal looks difficult to develop.
City council considers energy relief (2008-09-11)
Unalaska's city council is considering short-term and long-term residential energy relief options.
Development leaders tour Unalaska (2008-09-09)
Board members from the Resource Development Council toured Unalaska to see what role the community can play in developing Alaska's resources.
Adak's power and debt problems continue (2008-09-05)
The City of Adak is experiencing power problems again and, despite a 60-day reprieve, still doesn't have a clear plan for paying off it's $525,000 debt.
Aleutians Region schools may not be viable (2008-09-03)
Aleutians Region Schools superintendent fears that the schools may not be large enough this year to remain active.
Photographers documenting the Aleutians (2008-09-03)
A pair of photographers is trying to make remote Aleutian Islands accessible, at least for viewing.
Aleutian caves reveal past (2008-09-02)
Archaeologists look at the remains of an ancient cemetery.
The aftermath of a volcano (2008-09-02)
When Kasatochi Volcano erupted in August, it did more than just release a massive cloud of ash and gas, it changed an island.
Local Delegate at the Democratic Convention (2008-08-29)
Unalaska resident Jane Bye attends the Democratic National Convention in Denver, CO.
Big Crowd at the Heart of the Aleutians Festival (2008-08-29)
Last Saturday was the Heart of the Aleutians festival, and sunny weather brought out a big crowd.
Sasquatch found (2008-08-15)
Two children lost in Summer's bay stumble across cave
Cold water might affect crab stocks (2008-08-14)
Cold water temperatures may affect crab reproduction and stocks for future years.
New bridge opens to traffic (2008-08-14)
The new Bridge to the Other Side partially opened to traffic today.
City council explores ways to help residents with rising costs (2008-08-13)
The Unalaska City Council is considering subsidizing utilities and possibly reducing sales taxes on residential heating fuel.
Tundra Golf Classic (2008-08-12)
Eighteen teams played 18 holes--and lost almost 800 balls--in Pyramid Valley for the 10th annual Tundra Golf Classic.
Tundra Golf Classic (2008-08-12)
Eighteen teams played 18 holes--and lost almost 800 balls--in Pyramid Valley for the 10th annual Tundra Golf Classic.
Aleutian volcanos continue to cause problems (2008-08-12)
Three Aleutian volcanoes continue to rumble and send ash clouds the have cancelled flights around the state.
Westward transfers crab quota to APICDA (2008-08-12)
The City of Unalaska allows Westward to sell 163,000 pounds of brown crab quota to APICDA for processing in Atka.
Edgmon says energy relief not what he hoped for (2008-08-08)
The state legislature passed an energy relief package this week that included $1200 in rebates, but it's not what bush legislators were trying for.
Soap Box Derby champs return (2008-08-08)
Unalaska's Soap Box Derby winners returned from the competition in Akron, Ohio.
Crab ratz cost recovery fee reduced to 1.05% (2008-08-08)
NMFS reduced the crab rationalization cost recovery fee from 3% of landed value to 1.05%.
Pollock survey returns (2008-08-08)
NOAA's pollock survey shows most of the fish are in the northwest in similar spots to last year.
The Ring of Fire rumbles on (2008-08-08)
Another volcano erupted this week and an earthquake rocked Unalaska.
Unalaska commercial salmon fishing opens (2008-08-05)
Unalaska's commercial salmon fishing opened Saturday and four vessels are seeking pinks.
Unalaskans react to Stevens' indictment (2008-08-05)
Senator Ted Stevens' indictment elicited different reactions from Unalaskans.
Upcoming Red Gold film screening (2008-08-05)
The documentary Red Gold about salmon culture in Bristol Bay will be screened on Wednesday.
TelAlaska purchased by out of state company (2008-08-05)
Local telephone provider TelAlaska was purchased by an outside communications acquisition company.
Gun threat leads to felony charges (2008-08-05)
Two men were charged with felonies after threatening a home with a gun.
N Bering Sea closed to bottom trawling (2008-08-04)
New regulations close parts of the northern Bering Sea to bottom trawling.
Community Crossroads: Kristjan Laxfoss (2008-08-04)
The second in our series, Community Crossroads, which highlights Unalaska's diverse community.
Cleveland volcano erupts (2008-07-29)
Mt. Cleveland recently erupted, covering the area in ash.
Russian radio vs. the volcano (2008-07-29)
Three Russian ham radio operators set up a call station on a remote Aleutian island--but they ran into a few explosive problems.
Nikolski residents finally leave island (2008-07-29)
After three weeks of trying, residents and visitors finally left Nikolski.
Russian Radio Expeditions (2008-07-19)
The Russian Robinson Club is setting up a temporary ham radio operation on the Islands of the Four Mountains.
Shell Oil uses Dutch Harbor as staging ground (2008-07-17)
Shell Oil is using Dutch Harbor as a staging ground for its research vessels bound for the Chukchi Sea.
Aleutians accident risk assessment plan in works (2008-07-17)
A accident and spill risk assessment is in the works for the Aleutian Islands.
Community Crossroads: Lana Nguyen (2008-07-16)
The new radio series, Community Crossroads, highlights Unalaskans and their stories.
Okmok ash cancels flights (2008-07-16)
Ash from the Okmok volcano has led to some flight cancellations and ash fall advisories.
APICDA opens new processing plant in False Pass (2008-07-16)
APICA opened a new processing plant in False Pass that could help the small community's economy.
Community Crossroads: Lana Nguyen (2008-07-16)
The new radio series, Community Crossroads, highlights Unalaskans and their stories.
NOAA research vessel stuck in port (2008-07-14)
NOAA is trying to host pollock stock assessment comparison studies, but one ship is stuck in port.
NOAA research vessel stuck in port (2008-07-14)
NOAA is trying to host pollock stock assessment comparison studies, but one ship is stuck in port.
Okmok volcano erupts, ranch evacuated (2008-07-14)
Okmok volcano suddenly erupted on Saturday causing an evacuation of Fort Glenn cattle ranch.
McLees Lake opening closed to salmon fishing (2008-07-09)
The mouth of McLees Lake in Reese Bay will be closed to subsistence salmon fishing for longer than normal this season because of poor sockeye salmon returns.
Long time resident Quirk leaves for Homer (2008-07-09)
Long time area resident, Terry Quirk, gets ready for new adventures in Homer.
City Council talks about school bond, changes COPA (2008-07-09)
The City Council is considering another school bond and passed an ordinance that affects your electric bills.
Required TWIC cards available in Unalaska (2008-07-08)
TWIC cards will soon be required to enter certain dock areas. The enrollment center will be in Unalaska for 10 days.
City council considers school bond (2008-07-08)
The City Council will discuss putting a $4.5 million school bond on the ballot.
Samoan dancers share culture on 4th of July (2008-07-08)
Unalaskan gathered to celebrate the Fourth of July and learn about other cultures.
Faces of Freedom -- what does that mean to you? (2008-07-03)
This year's parade theme is "Faces of Freedom," but what does that mean to you?
Fireworks show in the works (2008-07-03)
Unalaska prepares for Fourth of July Fireworks show.
Beached bird survey in Unalaska Sunday (2008-07-02)
A beached bird survey that collects climate change baseline data will be held in Unalaska on Sunday.
Adak running out of fuel, can't afford more (2008-07-02)
The city of Adak is running out of fuel because a bad fishing season left it in debt.
Adak running out of fuel, can't afford more (2008-07-02)
The city of Adak is running out of fuel because a bad fishing season left it in debt.
Owners of Alaska Ranger try to limit their liability (2008-07-01)
The Fishing Company of Alaska is trying to limit their liability in the Alaska Ranger sinking, which would limit the damages they might have to pay to victims.
NOAA research cuts might impact future harvest limits (2008-07-01)
Increased fuel prices have decreased NOAA's research trips this year. This might have a future impact on fish harvest predictions.
Metal salvaging project at Unalaska landfill (2008-06-27)
A metal salvaging company is extracting scrap metal from the landfill and transporting it away for free.
Sockeye salmon finally reach Reese Bay (2008-06-27)
Sockeye salmon are finally reaching the Reese Bay weir, just two weeks late.
Lost villages project (2008-06-26)
Three villages on Unalaska Island were evacuated and abandoned during WWII. Now an anthropologist wants to help some residents return.
Human remains to be returned to Qawalangin tribe (2008-06-25)
Human remains excavated in the 1950s and '60s will soon be repatriated to the Qawalangin tribe in Unalaska.
Reactions to rising fuel prices (2008-06-25)
People in Unalaska react to constantly rising fuel prices.
Runway redesign could change the look of Unalaska (2008-06-25)
The new runway master plan requires new warning gates and eventually closing part of Airport-Beach Road.
Japanese research vessel passes thorugh Unalaska (2008-06-23)
A Japanese research vessel passed through Unalaska on its way to the Chuckchi Sea and hosted residents aboard the ship.
Researcher helps communities adapt to climate change (2008-06-23)
A researcher wants to use local knowledge to help communities adapt to climate change.
Nikolski village council builds geodesic greenhouse (2008-06-20)
The Nikolski village council is building a modern, weather proof greenhouse to provide healthy foods for locals.
Containership fire controlled--crew all safe (2008-06-20)
A containership caught fire 700 miles south of Unalaska but the crew extinguished it before needing assistance.
Local writer and long time resident moves (2008-06-20)
Unalaska resident and state writer laureate Jerah Chadwick is leaving after 26 years.
Short-staffed PCR cuts Solstice Run, but will hold other summer events (2008-06-16)
Other events, like the Fourth of July Parade and the Ballyhoo Run, will be held as scheduled.
Marquardt mulls APOC challenge (2008-06-16)
The mayor was fined for two public office law violations on Thursday.
Mahoney, Winters win Soap Box Derby (2008-06-16)
Racers competed Saturday for a chance to go to the All-American Soap Box Derby in Akron, Ohio.
Tide pool posse goes on a field trip (2008-06-12)
The PCR's Tide Pool Posse went down to the boat harbor to check out the things living below the sea.
APOC: Marquardt broke the law with campaign e-mail (2008-06-12)
The commission found the mayor in violation on one complaint, but not another.
Berrimilla passes through to Northwest Passage (2008-06-12)
The 10-meter long Australian sailboat is passing through Unalaska to the Northwest Passage and beyond.
APOC to decide Marquardt cases tomorrow (2008-06-11)
The mayor faces charges of elections law violations from two complaints stemming from e-mails.
Potential landfill fee increases (2008-06-11)
The City Council is discussing increasing fees for the landfill so the facility will begin to pay for itself.
Weir fish running late (2008-06-10)
Sockeye salmon are slow to return to the Reese Bay weir this year.
WWII Vet visits Unalaska (2008-06-10)
A World War II veteran returns to Dutch Harbor 66 years after his first arrival, the eve of the first Japanese bombing.
City, 302 finally reach agreement on contract (2008-06-10)
The City Council will decide tonight whether to ratify the agreement that ends a year-long stalemate.
Two survivors rescued after ship sinks near False Pass (2008-06-06)
The 32-foot Andromeda was a gillnetter based out of Port Moller.
Bishop visits Russian Orthodox Church (2008-06-04)
Russian Orthodox Bishop Benjamin of San Francisco is in Unalaska this week celebrating the 200th anniversary of the local parish and the Church of the Holy Ascension.
Alaska Ranger investigation could end Friday (2008-06-04)
The Marine Board of Investigation plans to start drafting its report next week.
Edgmon, Bowers look to rematch in this year's HD37 race (2008-06-03)
The state Division of Elections' filing deadline for the race was yesterday.
School hatchery releases fish (2008-06-02)
A group of students from Unalaska High School released 6,500 coho fry into the Iliuliuk River today.
Dutch Harbor bombing revisted (2008-06-02)
Historian Jeff Dickrell gives a slideshow in honor of the 66th anniversary of the bombing of Dutch Harbor.
APIA, APICDA and Edgmon staffers seek fuel solutions (2008-06-02)
A meeting in Anchorage will address what can be done to avoid fuel crises like Nikolski's last winter.
Graduating class sets scholarship record (2008-05-29)
Unalaska's 2008 graduating class earned a record $1.6 in scholarships this year.
City considers changing sales tax (2008-05-29)
The city is considering changing the sales tax on food and residential heating fuel in order to help area residents.
New Unangan culture program (2008-05-29)
The Unalaska City School District wants to launch a pilot program in Unangan education for elementary school students in the fall.
Unalaskan attends state Democratic Convention (2008-05-29)
Jane Bye represented Unalaska and District 37 at last weekend's state Democratic Convention in Palmer.
City Council reduces mil rate (2008-05-28)
The Unalaska City Council voted to reduce the mil rate and passed the capital and operating budgets during a meeting that lasted more than 4 hours Tuesday night.
Improvements in the works at Unalaska's shooting range (2008-05-27)
The Aleutian Rod and Gun Club is asking for $6,500 from the city to clean up and improve the facility on Amaknak Island.
City Fish & Game Committee seeks ban on Unalaska Bay trawling (2008-05-27)
In recent years, more pollock boats have been dropping their nets in local waters, raising salmon concerns.
Team targeting rat infestations visits Unalaska (2008-05-27)
Two information sessions will be held Wednesday morning and evening at City Hall.
Unalaskans honor Memorial Day (2008-05-27)
Unalaskans gather to honor veterans, elders and others on Memorial Day.
Unalaska projects get state funding (2008-05-23)
Unalaska gets almost $7.5 million for projects in state FY2009 operating budget.
Unalaska Memorial Day Celebrations (2008-05-23)
Unalaska plans Memorial Day events to honor veterans and other community members.
Energy consultant: City needs two new generators (2008-05-22)
At a City Council work session Wednesday, Michael Hubbard said demand will soon outstrip power supply in Unalaska.
The world within the Tustumena (2008-05-22)
There's a side to the ferry that most people don't see.
AEA leads energy discussions (2008-05-21)
The Alaska Energy Authority gathered ideas from Unalaskans for the state energy plan.
City council to hold special powerhouse meeting (2008-05-21)
At issue is whether the city should buy a third generator for the plant.
The Tustumena in Southwest AK (2008-05-19)
The Tustumena has been serving Southwest Alaska for more than 40 years, but this year the service was reduced.
Alaska Energy Authority to hold town hall meeting in Unalaska Tuesday (2008-05-19)
A delegation will be here to hear ideas on what to do about the problem of rising energy costs in Alaska.
Unalaska Cathedral celebrated in new exhibit (2008-05-16)
The Museum of the Aleutians is opening a new exhibit on the history of the local Orthodox Church.
MMS hears from Unalaska on Bristol Bay drilling (2008-05-16)
5.6 million acres of the Bering Sea could go on the auction block for gas drilling in 2011.
Gelding project finishes (2008-05-15)
The Unalaska gelding project castrated 5 of Unalaska's feral stallions, but the project wasn't supported by everyone.
Gelding project finishes (2008-05-15)
The Unalaska gelding project castrated 5 of Unalaska's feral stallions, but the project wasn't supported by everyone.
Gelding project finishes (2008-05-15)
The Unalaska gelding project castrated 5 of Unalaska's feral stallions, but the project wasn't supported by everyone.
Unalaska Gelding Project gets under way (2008-05-14)
The gelding project aims to reduce the growth of Unalaska's feral horse herd.
Some union members reach agreement with city (2008-05-14)
The move divides the Unalaska members of Local 302, many of whom have yet to reach a deal with the city.
MMS to hold Unalaska public hearing on gas leasing tomorrow (2008-05-14)
The meeting on the proposed lease sales in Bristol Bay will be from 7 to 9 p.m. at City Hall.
Council takes up property taxes, powerhouse expansion tonight (2008-05-13)
Councilmembers will look at whether to reduce the city's property tax rate, and what the next year's capital budget should look like.
Coastguardsmen to receive honors for Alaska Ranger rescue (2008-05-12)
The crews of the cutter Munro and two helicopters will receive commendations in Kodiak Thursday.
Ferry authorities taking comments on fall/winter schedule (2008-05-12)
The public comment teleconference starts at 9 am. Call 1-800-315-6338, conference code 3902 # to join.
Icebreaker Healy returns from its winter research cruise (2008-05-06)
Researchers working onboard the ship will present a slideshow about the expedition at the Grand Aleutian tonight.
Divers clean up trash in small boat harbor Saturday (2008-05-02)
Two previous cleanups produced two tons of garbage apiece from the areas near the A and B floats.
Unusual earthquakes shake up western Aleutians (2008-05-02)
The third 6-plus magnitude quake in two weeks hit west of Adak Thursday.
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Join us back here next Thursday for your local news.
Former Alaska Ranger captain: no confrontation over sea ice (2008-04-19)
Steve Slotvig disputed crew members' earlier testimony about the reasons for his departure from the Alaska Ranger shortly before the ship sank.
Cracked steel in bulkheads could have weakened Alaska Ranger (2008-04-18)
Two Coast Guard inspectors testified today that bulkheads inside the ship's ballast tanks were "wasted" in places.
Survivors: fish master drove Alaska Ranger dangerously in ice (2008-04-17)
In today's testimony, three former crew members leveled some of the most serious allegations yet.
Alaska Ranger hearings resume in Seattle (2008-04-15)
Operations staff from the vessel's owner answered questions today about the ship's propulsion system.
City, Local 302 head towards mediation (2008-04-11)
In a letter to city employees last week, Chris Hladick made the city administration's final offer for contract changes.
City Council considers third generator for new powerhouse (2008-04-10)
Some council members criticized the idea as premature at Tuesday night's meeting.
NTSB, FAA look for answers in plane crash (2008-04-10)
The Grumman Goose hit a tractor trailer as it landed in Unalaska Wednesday afternoon.
Grumman Goose crashes on Unalaska runway (2008-04-09)
The nine people onboard sustained only minor injuries when the plane hit a tractor trailer while landing.
Two men arrested for allegedly stockpiling meth materials (2008-04-08)
Jeffrey Treannie and Reeschard Stam were both charged with second degree misconduct involving a controlled substance.
Looking to tighten budget, city eyes unfilled positions (2008-04-08)
Finance and Public Safety Department heads suggesting combining two vacant seats.
Inspectors: Alaska Ranger was OK in January (2008-04-03)
One of the Coast Guard inspectors gave FCA high marks for safety, but was critical of his own agency.
Alaska Ranger assistant engineer admits to struggles with drinking at sea (2008-04-02)
Rodney Lundy said in testimony today that he had been drunk while the Alaska Ranger was at sea, but not while he was on duty.
Alaska Ranger assistant engineer admits to drinking on the ship (2008-04-02)
Rodney Lundy testified Wednesday that he had had alcohol on the ship at sea, but not on his watch.
Marine Board looks at sea ice, other factors in Alaska Ranger case (2008-03-31)
A fisheries observer testified Monday that she had had some safety concerns on the fishing vessel before it sank.
Alaska Ranger survivor says crew was drinking before ship sank (2008-03-30)
Julio Morales testified Sunday that the chief engineer was intoxicated when he abandoned ship.
Marine Board of Investigation begins in Unalaska (2008-03-28)
Coast Guard and National Transportation Safety Bureau investigators heard from the Alaska Ranger's first assistant engineer.
Alaska Ranger survivor recounts ship's final moments (2008-03-27)
The Coast Guard's formal Marine Board of Inquiry into the ship's sinking begins tomorrow in Unalaska.
For Alaska Ranger and other H&G trawlers, safety regs were in flux (2008-03-26)
A formal investigation by the Coast Guard and National Transportation Safety Board begins later this week.
On second thought, mayor won't be going to Norway (2008-03-26)
Shell Oil had offered to pay for Marquardt and other Bering Sea community leaders to attend a conference in Scandinavia.
Search called off for missing Alaska Ranger crew member (2008-03-25)
A Coast Guard helicopter stopped looking for Satoshi Konno at 9:12 p.m. Monday.
Some Alaska Ranger surivors arrive safely in Unalaska (2008-03-24)
Ship owner Fishing Company of Alaska has identified the four dead crew members, who include the ship's captain.
Missing Alaska Ranger crew member identified (2008-03-24)
A Coast Guard cutter and two helicopters are still searching for Satoshi Kanno, the ship's fish master, this morning.
Search continues for missing Alaska Ranger crew member (2008-03-24)
The Coast Guard and National Transportation Safety Board are looking into the cause of the ship's sinking.
Four dead, one missing from sinking trawler (2008-03-23)
The Alaska Ranger began taking on water early this morning 120 miles west of Unalaska.
Selendang Ayu spill may have hit seabirds hardest (2008-03-21)
Representatives of the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service will be in Unalaska next week discussing remediation efforts.
China now second-largest importer of Alaskan seafood (2008-03-21)
According to export data from 2007, China has passed South Korea as the destination for the most seafood after Japan.
Legislature, Unalaska School Board honor Walter Dyakanoff (2008-03-20)
The local leader passed away in Unalaska on March 5.
DEC hosts shipping safety meetings in Unalaska (2008-03-19)
Staff met with processors, local port personnel on post-Selendang matters.
Citywide work stoppage brings Unalaska services to a halt (2008-03-18)
Today's action followed months of impasse on contract negotiations between the city and Local 302.
Unalaska court moves to new digs on April 1 (2008-03-14)
The new courthouse will be across the street from the old one, downtown on West Broadway.
Sunday spaghetti feed will benefit fire victims (2008-03-14)
The Fredericks family is hoping to gut and rebuild their house by the end of the summer.
Council votes in updates to ethics code (2008-03-12)
Two ordinances passed unanimously by the four present council members at last night's meeting.
Unalaska Raiders finish 1-2, 2-2 in 3A tourney (2008-03-10)
The Nanooks and the Whalers finished on top in the men's and women's competitions, respectively.
Firefighters fight downtown blaze (2008-03-10)
Although most of the house was saved, several pets trapped inside died in the fire.
Boys advance, girls out in 3A regionals (2008-03-07)
The Raiders will face the Bethel Warriors tomorrow at 9 a.m.
NMFS releases proposed Bering Sea bottom trawl closures (2008-03-07)
The protected areas hint at what the future of fishing in a warmer Bering Sea might look like.
Move over, Moby-Dick: white orca spotted in the Aleutians (2008-03-06)
Only two previous sightings of white killer whales have been documented in the Bering Sea.
Raiders post wins in Dillingham (2008-03-06)
The boys are 1-0 and the girls 1-1 as of this afternoon in the Region 3A basketball tournament.
North Pacific right whale gets own ESA listing (2008-03-06)
The change is technical, but could mean changes for oil and gas leasing in the Bering Sea.
NMFS issues cautious Steller sea lion recovery plan (2008-03-05)
The final draft issued today suggests that the marine mammal's western population could take two more decades to recover.
USFWS, Park Service looking for input on ferry exhibits (2008-03-04)
Tonight's meeting at the Museum of the Aleutians will inform an interpretive plan for the ferry route.
After a tough run in Bethel, Raiders head to regionals (2008-03-03)
Both the boys and girls teams lost to the Warriors. The regional tournament begins on Wednesday in Dillingham.
USFWS talks rats tonight at the Museum of the Aleutians (2008-03-03)
The agency's Alaska Maritime National Wildlife Refuge issued its environmental assessment on the Rat Island project in December.
Fuel shortages spread to Pribilofs (2008-02-28)
Two Bering Sea villages are now getting fuel by air delivery while waiting for barge shipments.
Scientists confirm new kelp species discovery in Aleutians (2008-02-28)
Golden V kelp may be not only a new species and genus, but a previously unknown family of the plant.
Fire contained, Pacific Glacier heads for Dutch Harbor (2008-02-27)
The ship was safely evacuated to nearby fishing boats, who helped fight the fire.
Fire on Pacific Glacier extinguished, say owners (2008-02-27)
The factory trawler is expected back in Dutch Harbor at midnight tonight.
Judges pick regional winners in bird calendar contest (2008-02-27)
Cade Terrada, Emma Marquardt and Disney Williams were among the local winners in the regional contest.
Pollock trawler ablaze northeast of Unalaska (2008-02-26)
No injuries or fatalities have been reported onboard the Pacific Glacier, a 276-foot factory trawler.
Emergency fuel reaches Nikolski, but hopes still rest on barge (2008-02-22)
Two ACE Cargo planes were able to reach the village this afternoon, after a week of foiled attempts.
Sea Grant looking for community input on research (2008-02-21)
The program is seeking help in setting its priorities for projects in the Aleutian region.
Booming opie season hits halfway mark (2008-02-20)
As of Wednesday, the 65-boat fleet has caught over half of the fishery catch limit.
Coast Guard calls off search for balloonist (2008-02-15)
C-130s and cutters have been searching for Michio Kanda, 58, since January 31.
Blizzard warning in effect until 7 p.m. this evening (2008-02-15)
Snow and wind have closed down flights, city offices and some roads in Unalaska today.
Nikolski receives emergency shipment, hopes for fuel barge next week (2008-02-14)
Governor Palin's office is in the process of assessing the village's plight and how it should respond.
Possible clues, weather delays in missing balloonist search (2008-02-13)
A C-130 surveillance flight scheduled for today was grounded by bad weather.
Nikolski council declares disaster emergency over fuel crisis (2008-02-13)
The village is down to just 400 gallons of oil left for its power plant.
Ethics, energy on City Council agenda for tonight (2008-02-12)
A draft ethics policy would elaborate on the city's currently thinly outlined investigations procedure.
APOC Grants Marquardt's Request for Extension (2008-02-07)
The Commission will revisit the matter at its meeting in June.
Marquardt requests more time to refute APOC charges (2008-02-06)
The commission is scheduled to hear the Unalaska mayor's case at tomorrow's meeting in Juneau.
APOC investigator recommends fine for Marquardt (2008-02-02)
The commission's five members will decide next week whether to levy the recommended $1,000 fine.
Unalaska Democrats caucus Feb. 5, Republicans still need volunteers (2008-01-25)
The Democratic caucus will be at the Burma Road Chapel at 4:30 p.m. on Super Tuesday.
New cookbook includes local tugboat captain's recipes (2008-01-25)
Chris Starkenburg has been cooking on boats for almost thirty years.
UNALASKA LOCAL NEWS RETURNS ON FEB. 12 (2008-01-25)
Join us back here then for more of your local headlines from KIAL AM 1450.
Unangan language program on tonight's school board agenda (2008-01-24)
The program was discontinued in 2006 by the school district for lack of funding.
Spit dock target practice could get Russian national deported (2008-01-23)
Yuriy Gureev was arrested on multiple charges onboard the fishing vessel Heritage last Tuesday.
Good news for local halibut fishermen at IPHC (2008-01-23)
The local quota, which was cut by 13 percent last year, is up 6 percent in 2008.
Gusting winds thwart Nikolski fuel delivery (2008-01-21)
A Magone Marine crew was only able to offload a small portion of their shipment before winds drove the Redeemer out to sea.
Nikolski still waiting on fuel following missed barge delivery (2008-01-17)
Local tribal authorities continue to pay for emergency fuel shipments on planes and fishing boats.
Crane, loaders needed to pull garbage truck out of ditch (2008-01-16)
Crews from West Construction and Pac Steve hauled the Williwaw Services truck back onto the road this afternoon.
Coast Guard medevacs girl from St. Paul (2008-01-15)
A C-130 made it to the island after a Guardian Flight from Unalaska couldn't.
Kodiak man gets brief jail sentence in truck theft (2008-01-15)
Kalen Little will serve ten days in the Kodiak Jail for the September 19 incident.
Q Tribe wants Selendang owners to pay cultural damages (2008-01-14)
The tribe is seeking nearly $1 million for threats posed to traditional knowledge by missed subsistence harvests.
Six Unalaskans down with the flu (2008-01-11)
The number of cases of the Type A influenza doubled today, qualifying as a small outbreak.
Fake $100 bill shows up at Eagle (2008-01-10)
So far it's an isolated incident, but Public Safety says keep an eye out for counterfeit bills.
Kayak is the subject of two weekend events (2008-01-10)
A talk and slideshow about the boat's local history is tomorrow, and a museum exhibit opens Saturday.
Commerce secretary appoints Palin's NPFMC nominee (2008-01-10)
Robert Dersham was selected for his experience in the sport fishing sector, and with state fisheries regulation.
Crab Pot Deli opens on Unalaska side of town (2008-01-07)
The new sandwich shop is targeting high school students, and offering healthy alternatives.
Disabled freighter gets up and running again near Attu (2008-01-02)
Both engines on the Mathawee Naree failed on Monday in the western Bering Sea.
Fireworks veteran lights up Unalaska (2007-12-31)
Tonight's display will be at 11:59 p.m., and visible along Front Beach.
Akutan Airport receives another $2.6 million from feds (2007-12-28)
The project is tentatively expected to begin construction in 2010 or 2011.
Van pulled from harbor after Christmas accident (2007-12-28)
Two vans slipped off the road into the water in the past week.
Man found after going missing overnight in Captains Bay (2007-12-28)
William Ammons had experienced motor trouble in his skiff on his way to hunting foxes Wednesday.
Earthquake rumbles southeast of Nikolski (2007-12-26)
The 6.5 temblor wasn't enough to prompt a tsunami warning for Nikolski or Unalaska.
Bering Sea coastie gets Christmas call from George Bush (2007-12-26)
Michael Tapp was the only serviceman not stationed overseas to receive the call.
Bison headed to Umnak Island (2007-12-24)
APICDA hopes to entice trophy hunters to the island by adding another game species.
Shellfish poisoning reported in Unalaska (2007-12-20)
Paralytic shellfish poisoning is the result of eating clams that have consumed a certain kind of microorganism.
FCA wins minor victory on bycatch suit (2007-12-20)
An appeals court struck down some enforcement measures, but left the rest of the bycatch regulations alone.
Former council member pushes for higher fish tax (2007-12-19)
Dennis Robinson argued at Tuesday's meeting that a processed fish tax could solve many of Unalaska's money problems.
Late night quake shakes Adak (2007-12-19)
The 7.2-magnitude tremor hit around 11:30 last night, but there are no reports of damage or injuries.
Long term budget on the City Council's agenda tonight (2007-12-18)
The council is considering launching a five-year financial sustainability plan at its final meeting of the year.
Old Glory tour to visit Unalaska on Monday (2007-12-14)
The flag is traveling to memorial sites across the country until Memorial Day.
FCA trawler catches on fire at OSI dock (2007-12-13)
Local firefighters say blaze would've been much more difficult to fight if the crew hadn't gotten to it first.
North Pacific council: no pollock for Adak (2007-12-12)
In its last day of deliberation, the council didn't take up a proposal to give Adak a piece of the Bering Sea processing quota.
Jamie Sunderland named new Public Safety Director (2007-12-12)
Sunderland replaces Bob Beasley, who left earlier this summer.
Unalaska wrestlers deliver solid performance in Bethel (2007-12-12)
Sophomore Cameron Lynch and senior Brian Magpantay both qualified for state.
North Pacific council doubles yellowfin sole quota for Bering Sea (2007-12-11)
In Monday's TAC setting deliberations, the council also approved the 1 million-ton pollock limit.
Canadian fishermen say pollock bycatch violates salmon treaty (2007-12-07)
They argue that chinook salmon aren't making it into Canada because they're being caught as bycatch in the Bering Sea.
North Pacific council looks likely to pass lower pollock quota (2007-12-06)
Earlier this week, the council's science advisors recommended a quota of one million tons for 2008, nearly a third less than this year.
Man arrested in Sports Bar knife fight (2007-12-04)
Rickey Barrett, 37, of Mississippi was charged with third degree assault with a weapon.
Dead whale causes trouble for the airport (2007-12-04)
Harbor officers dragged the whale out to sea a day after it washed up near the runway.
Zoya Johnson appointed to City Council (2007-12-04)
The council voted unanimously to appoint her a week after they nearly did the same for Kris Flanagan.
Council to try again to appoint interim member tonight (2007-12-03)
Last week's vote resulted in a 3-1 stalemate over the appointment of Kris Flanagan.
Unalaska out as Bethel and Dillingham advance to championship (2007-12-01)
The Raiders led the Whalers for two games before Barrow came back to win the set.
Bethel Warriors are Region 1 Volleyball Champions (2007-12-01)
Bethel beat Dillingham 3-1 in the championship match Saturday night.
Barrow, Nome and Bethel walk away winners in afternoon games (2007-11-30)
In the closest set of the day so far, Nome came from behind to top Kotzebue 3-2.
Second day of volleyball regionals kicks off at 12:30 today (2007-11-30)
Two of the three missing teams have arrived in Unalaska as of late this morning.
Severe winds no longer expected (2007-11-30)
High winds watch issued yesterday has been called off.
Volleyball tourney rescheduled for afternoon (2007-11-29)
As of this morning, five of the nine teams had arrived despite the weather.
Winds calm, but more may be on the way (2007-11-29)
The container van that blew down General's Hill yesterday afternoon was the only reported property damage.
Unalaska, Koliganek win in first day of volleyball championships (2007-11-29)
Cancelled flights forced a delayed start time for today's games.
Heavy rains flood pot yard at OSI (2007-11-29)
Employees were able to redirect the stream this afternoon.
Community members needed for energy conservation committee (2007-11-29)
The City Council is looking at creating a panel headed by Dick Peck to explore energy savings in town.
Volleyball regionals postponed on account of weather (2007-11-28)
Games will begin later on Thursday, once teams are able to make it into town.
City goes ahead with Title 3 raises (2007-11-28)
Pay increases had previously been frozen as union negotiations faltered.
Winds blow van down General's Hill (2007-11-28)
Winds gusted as high as 77 miles per hour this afternoon.
City Council fails to agree on new council member (2007-11-28)
Dick Peck blocked the appointment of Kris Flanagan, arguing that the whole council needed to be present to vote.
Six candidates vie for Caldero's seat (2007-11-26)
The City Council will appoint one of them to complete the outgoing councilmember's term at tomorrow's meeting.
Plenty of ANC-DUT seats, but so far not many takers (2007-11-21)
Alaska Airlines still has seats on the post-Christmas and -New Year's flights.
PCB contamination at powerhouse site worse than expected (2007-11-20)
The city wants the Army Corps of Engineers to pay for the cleanup, but the corps says the military isn't at fault.
Turkey Trot fundraiser hits the road Wednesday night (2007-11-20)
Proceeds from the annual event benefit the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
Thanksgiving hosts still needed for Coast Guard crew members (2007-11-19)
26 crew members still need a place to spend the holiday.
Captain Sig catches heat on endorsement deal (2007-11-15)
Russian import crab is being sold under the Deadliest Catch star's name.
McGlashan and others push for resuming Unangan education in Unalaska's schools (2007-11-15)
The district's language and culture education program was cut two years ago for lack of funding.
Bridge detour closes for the season tomorrow (2007-11-14)
ADOT's project manager says the bridge should be up and running by next September.
City Council will fill Caldero's seat at next meeting (2007-11-14)
Letters of interest for the appointment are due on November 21.
More e-mails added to APOC complaint against Marquardt (2007-11-12)
Jeff Hancock has submitted to state investigators more than a hundred addition e-mails sent by the mayor.
Salmon bycatch in pollock fishery reaches new highs (2007-11-09)
Regulators say the catch could have an impact on sport and subsistence salmon fishing in Western Alaska.
Unalaskans order one last round at legendary bar (2007-11-07)
Latitudes, formerly known as the Elbow Room, was once among the most notorious in Alaska.
Gregory picks up votes from Bobbitt, Flanagan to win runoff (2007-11-06)
Unalaska's one newly elected city official will take his seat at next week's council meeting.
Gregory defeats Baker in runoff landslide (2007-11-05)
Preliminary results from today's vote show Gregory more than doubling Baker's numbers.
A rough pollock B season comes to an end (2007-10-31)
Fish migration hurt shoreside processors and fishermen, and uncaught quota will cut city tax revenues.
Mayor may face ethics complaint over election (2007-10-31)
Jeff Hancock says he'll file at least one complaint with APOC this week, and is pushing for a city ethics policy.
Caldero steps down from City Council (2007-10-30)
He says he's yet to decide whether he'll continue his Senate campaign.
Greenpeace looks for allies in the Pribilofs (2007-10-29)
The group is seeking support for trawl limitations around the islands, where it has a complicated history.
Divers take Halloween festivities underwater this weekend (2007-10-26)
Unalaska's first-ever underwater pumpkin-carving contest will be held on Sunday morning.
Infant learning summit to be held at Grand Aleutian next week (2007-10-26)
Representatives of Alaska's Early Intervention/Infant Learning Program will be meeting with local agencies and organizations.
DEC will pay for Marquardt's Anchorage trip (2007-10-24)
City Council had voted not to spend city money to send the mayor to a shipping safety conference later this month.
PSEA members challenge Hladick's contract again in City Council meeting (2007-10-24)
Union members cautioned that approving the city manager's contract would send the wrong message to city employees.
2008 pollock TAC could be lower than expected (2007-10-23)
Early numbers from 2007 pollock surveys show stocks are lower than projected.
Baker says election challenge may continue (2007-10-22)
The city's ten-day window for contesting its investigation results closed today.
Text of Marquardt's e-mail (2007-10-22)
The text of the e-mail cited here
Fleet goes fishing as crab prices are settled (2007-10-17)
Though agreed upon more quickly than last year's, prices are a slight disappointment to fishermen.
Mayor's race results stand after recount this morning (2007-10-15)
City election officials also released their report on last week's investigation earlier today.
Most crab boats stay in port as price haggling continues (2007-10-15)
Negotiations are still underway between harvesting co-ops and processing companies.
City investigators: no misconduct in last week's election (2007-10-12)
Randall Baker says he will most likely challenge the conclusion of this week's investigation.
Election investigation could wrap up this afternoon (2007-10-12)
Investigators say they most likely won't address the issue of citizenship in their proceedings.
Full audio of election investigation conclusion (2007-10-12)
A recording of the last fifteen minutes of the procedings today.
First day of elections investigation unfolds in Unalaska (2007-10-11)
The lawyer for Randall Baker, who filed the complaint, is dissatisfied with the process.
Council OKs investigation, nixes mayor travel (2007-10-10)
A public meeting about the investigation into last week's election will be held Thursday morning.
Election investigation begins tomorrow morning (2007-10-10)
A 9 a.m. meeting with elections officials at City Hall will be open to the public.
City Council to authorize inquiry into election allegations (2007-10-09)
The city clerk, attorney and manager will be directed to investigate Randall Baker's allegations at tonight's council meeting.
Crab fishermen set 2007 king prices (2007-10-09)
Their opening asking price is up from last year's.
Baker challenges election results (2007-10-08)
He says many voters who cast ballots on Tuesday shouldn't have been allowed to.
Marquardt keeps seat by three votes (2007-10-05)
After absentee and question ballots were tallied this afternoon, the incumbent beat Shannon Morrison 283-278.
Barge runs aground in Humpy Cove (2007-10-05)
The 271-foot vessel wasn't carrying its own fuel supply, so no oil was spilled.
New Horizon crane arrives in Dutch Harbor (2007-10-04)
The new unit will replace the existing crane, which has served the city dock for about 20 years.
Candidates react to yesterday's election (2007-10-03)
Roger Rowland has been reelected, but all other elections hinge on absentee ballots and runoffs.
Marquardt, Rowland, Baker lead in preliminary election results (2007-10-02)
As many as two of Unalaska's three races may be headed for runoffs.
Voting underway in Unalaska mayor, council races (2007-10-02)
As of 5 p.m., 493 voters had cast ballots at City Hall.
Ray Hudson returns to read in Unalaska (2007-10-01)
His new book, a history of Unalaska's Methodist orphanage, is Family After All: Alaska's Jesse Lee Home.
Crab TACs jump for 2007/2008 season (2007-09-28)
The red king crab limit is the highest its been since 1982.
Candidate's forum tonight at Burma Road Chapel (2007-09-27)
Come be part of the live audience for the event, and ask the candidates your questions.
Anchorage company to buy Alaska Wireless (2007-09-25)
If GCI's Unalaska offerings match those elsewhere in Alaska, the company could challenge TelAlaska on cable services.
Public Safety says no foul play in observer death (2007-09-24)
Jay Alderman had been out drinking with friends prior to his fatal fall, according to witnesses.
2007 Mayor's Race: Shannon Morrison (2007-09-21)
Part three in a three-part series introducing the candidates who are up for election on October 2.
Icicle to pay $900,000 for fish waste in Udagak Bay (2007-09-20)
The company agreed to the settlement in June following a $1.1 million cleanup.
Body of fisheries observer found near Westward dock (2007-09-20)
Jay Alderman, 25, worked for TechSEA and was assigned to the Westward I.
2007 Mayor's Race: Katherine McGlashan (2007-09-20)
Part two in a three-part series introducing the candidates who are up for election on October 2.
2007 Mayor's Race: Shirley Marquardt (2007-09-19)
Part one in a three-part series introducing the candidates who are up for election on October 2.
Mayor sees new hope for Makushin project after DC visit (2007-09-17)
The city is seeking federal funding for exploratory drilling in Makushin Valley, below the previous test site.
Dive photos on display tonight at museum (2007-09-13)
Local divers Reid Brewer and Roger Deffendall spend 40-days at sea photographing life in the western Aleutians.
Aldridge won't run again for old seat (2007-09-12)
The former city council member has withdrawn her name from the election for seat C.
Qawalangin Tribe to file cultural claim over Selendang Ayu spill (2007-09-12)
The tribe is seeking testimony from locals about the past uses of Makushin and Skan Bays.
Farewell to the dead humpback whale (2007-09-12)
The 46-foot marine mammal has been towed back out to sea and sunk.
Whale necropsy looking unlikely (2007-09-11)
UAF marine biologist Reid Brewer says the 46-foot humpback is probably too badly decomposed.
40-foot dead whale washes up in Unalaska (2007-09-10)
A necropsy is expected on the 40-ton humpback sometimes this week.
Twenty-nine Unalaskans get US citizenship (2007-09-05)
Wednesday's naturalization ceremony was the first in years in Unalaska.
Greenpeace pays respects to Amchitka blast site (2007-08-30)
The visit is the first by a ship owned by the organization, which formed in response to the 1971 nuclear test on the island.
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Pollock shift worries fishermen (2007-08-09)
For the past few years, fishermen have had to travel northwest of the Pribilofs to find fish during the summer.
Ben Stevens turns up on tugboat in Dutch Harbor (2007-08-08)
The former state senate president is working for a contractor on Shell Oil's Artic exploration.
10th annual Camp Qungaayux kicks off in Unalaska (2007-08-06)
The program for 4th through 12th graders aims to teach both Unangan and Western understandings of the natural world.
A bad week for Uncle Ted, a good one for Caldero (2007-08-03)
The Unalaska Democrat has enjoyed a spike in attention as the only declared Stevens challenger.
Cabrera gets 12 1/2 years for drunk driving fatality (2007-08-02)
Alan Fulinara was killed when Victorio Cabrera's van veered off the South Channel Bridge embankment.
Man arrested after quick spin in the UniSea bus (2007-08-02)
Andrew Mordovskoi was charged with first-degree vehicle theft for the Monday night incident.
Crews test new towing system in Dutch Harbor (2007-08-01)
Coast Guard officers, state officials and congressional staffers were on hand to watch the trial run.
NOAA researchers find large pollock stocks, but not near Unalaska (2007-07-31)
Preliminary results from NOAA's 2007 survey find lots of small fish northwest of the Pribilofs.
3,000-year-old mask found on Amaknak Island (2007-07-30)
Local archaeologists believe the whalebone artifact is the oldest of its kind yet discovered.
Results in for Ballyhoo Race (2007-07-23)
Holly Holman, Mike Tranel, Douglas Krukoff, Abbygale Jensen, Trey Henning and Amber Vernon won their divisions.
New dry dock arrives in Dutch Harbor (2007-07-23)
The new Magone Marine facility will be able to service boats twice as large as the old submarine dock.
Church group restores Unalaska bishop's house (2007-07-23)
A United Methodist group from Pennsylvania is working with the local restoration committee to fix up the historic building.
Winters makes it to second round of soap box race (2007-07-23)
The All-American Soap Box Derby was held on Saturday in Akron, Ohio.
North Carolina firm to acquire TelAlaska (2007-07-19)
Outgoing TelAlaska CEO says services should remain the same in Unalaska and elsewhere.
Unalaskans prepare for the big race in Akron (2007-07-18)
Emerson Winters and Julie Rowland are competing in the All-American Soap Box Derby in Ohio on Saturday.
Port crews test new response equipment (2007-07-18)
A full simulation of a maritime emergency will take place in Dutch Harbor later this month.
SBX radar back in Hawaii for repairs (2007-07-17)
The enormous piece of equipment is expected back in the Aleutians around the end of the year.
Dutch Harbor tops seafood landings once again (2007-07-16)
As usual, the port was No. 1 in volume and No. 2 in value in 2006.
Japanese begin third search for war dead on Attu (2007-07-16)
A reconnaissance mission by American and Japanese personnel last week turned up the remains of two soldiers killed in the 1943 battle.
Man found at Margaret Bay died of natural causes (2007-07-13)
Thanh Nguyen, 42, a longtime UniSea employee, apparently died of a heart attack.
Presentation on bridge site archaeology planned for tonight (2007-07-10)
Recovery work at the site must be completed by August 15, when construction crews begin working there.
Downed Goose fate still unclear (2007-07-09)
The plane flipped over on takeoff from Driftwood Bay on June 24.
Kamchatka volcano spews ash over Aleutians (2007-07-06)
Ash from Kluchevskoy volcano has drifted as far east as Unimak Pass following the volcano's largest eruption since 1994.
Fisher pleads guilty to federal drug charges (2007-07-05)
The 49-year-old Unalaska resident was arrested for selling methamphetamine in April.
Six men charged in Sports Bar brawl (2007-07-03)
The assailants allegedly kicked the victim repeatedly in front of the bar on Saturday night.
Tomorrow will be Unalaska's busiest 4th in years (2007-07-03)
Popular kids activities will return to the softball park, before the annual parade.
Chair attacker pleads to lesser charge (2007-07-03)
Alfred Tucker will serve 180 days for fourth degree assault following the June 14 incident.
Governor wants scrutiny of Maruha-Nichiro deal (2007-07-02)
Sarah Palin sent a letter to the Justice Department and Federal Trade Commission.
PCR gym floor fixed ahead of schedule (2007-06-29)
The gym will reopen on July 6 following repairs to the floor, which was damaged in March.
One fueler stays non-union, another contests election (2007-06-29)
Delta Western Fuels has apparently challenged last week's pro-ILWU vote.
Horizon to install new crane this fall (2007-06-27)
A larger unit will replace the existing crane, which has been here since the city dock was built.
Plane crashes on takeoff from Driftwood Bay (2007-06-26)
Pen Air's two-man crew was flown to Anchorage but, according to the company, wasn't injured.
Commerce Department names Cotten, Fields to NPFMC (2007-06-25)
Cotten, who will fill Stephanie Madsen's seat, was an alternate on the governor's list.
Delta Western employees vote unanimously to join ILWU (2007-06-25)
The outcome of a similar election at North Pacific Fuels remains up in the air.
Local fuelers vote on union membership today (2007-06-22)
North Pacific Fuels employees are split on whether to join the ILWU; Delta Western votes this afternoon.
Basset, Roberts and Vernon win Solstice Run (2007-06-22)
The annual event had runners in five different age groups.
Man arrested for threatening engineer with knife (2007-06-20)
Michael Bennett was charged with third degree assault following the incident.
Former St. Paul tribal leader admits to selling seal genitalia (2007-06-19)
Michael Richard Zacharof could face up to a year in prison for illegally selling oosiks.
Rod and Gun Club holds annual Father's Day pin shoot (2007-06-18)
The club hopes to expand annual event and host a second competition in August.
Another blacklisted tramper arrives in Unalaska (2007-06-18)
NMFS has issued a warning about the Seed Leaf, which is currently anchored in Captains Bay.
Unalaska, Akutan deal with grass fires (2007-06-18)
A fire behind the Crowley dock on Captains Bay Road occupied firefighters for two hours.
NEAFC: Alaska pollock can leave Morocco, but Polestar can't (2007-06-15)
A special meeting of the fisheries commission on Wednesday and Thursday made the decision.
Man accused of attacking roommate with chair (2007-06-15)
Alfred Tucker was charged with first degree assault in Unalaska's District Court yesterday.
Power outage resulted from grounded line (2007-06-14)
Public Utilities expects the system to be back to normal operation early this afternoon.
City manager: Original Makushin idea won't work (2007-06-13)
After a meeting with geothermal developers, Chris Hladick says building a plant on original test well isn't feasible.
Man arrested after crashing SUV into UniSea building (2007-06-12)
Jimmy Sakar is being charged with six different offenses after a Saturday night car chase.
Crew member killed in accident onboard fishing trawler (2007-06-12)
Vinh Phan was killed by a hydraulic lock door on June 3, according to the police investigation.
Tiglax checks on bird recovery on Avatanak Island (2007-06-11)
Foxes, which have decimated many Aleutian bird populations, were eradicated on the island in 2003 and 2004.
NMFS knew tramper was blacklisted during Dutch Harbor visit (2007-06-07)
The agency says that because the cargo was legal, NMFS had no clear mandate to stop the Polestar in Alaska.
Pro-union fuelers give it another go this month (2007-06-06)
Employees at North Pacific and Delta Western will vote whether to join the ILWU later this month.
Dutch Harbor pollock shows up on pirate tramper in Morocco (2007-06-05)
The incident threatens to tarnish Alaska pollock's sustainable image.
APICDA pays out first dividend to member communities (2007-06-04)
CEO anticipates that the $11.2 reserve account won't grow much, but will be enough to help out struggling communities.
Today is the 65th anniversary of the bombing of Dutch Harbor (2007-06-04)
Local historian Jeff Dickrell will give a talk on the bombing at the high school auditorium tonight.
Unalaska's wild horses to be gelded this year (2007-05-31)
Friends of Alaska National Wildlife Refuges received a grant to bring in a veterinarian for the procedure.
Detour opens in South Channel bridge project (2007-05-30)
Traffic will be rerouted for about a year while blasting work is done near Airport Beach Road.
Police use teenage informant to nab drug dealer (2007-05-29)
Jason Tungul is charged with four counts of misconduct involving a controlled substance.
City and public safety employees stall in contract negotiations (2007-05-11)
The employees' contract expired last June, but disagreements over cost of living have led to an impasse.
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DEC consultants want local advice on anchoring ships in trouble (2007-05-10)
Next Wednesday's forum will seek input for locals on good places of refuge around Unalaska Island.
Crew member pleads guilty in observer sexual harassment case (2007-05-09)
The incident was the second of its kind in the past month onboard Bering Sea fishing vessels.
Work begins on South Channel bridge (2007-05-08)
Construction is slated to take three years, although the project manager thinks it will be done by October 2008.
Gardening workshops this week in Unalaska (2007-05-07)
UAF's Bob Gorman will talk soils and greenhouses at the high school and museum.
Medical examiner says recovered body is Joseph Arop (2007-05-04)
The family of the drowned processor is trying to raise money to return the body to Sudan for burial.
From Bering Sea crab boat to Ketchikan tourist trap (2007-05-03)
Ex-crabbers are setting up shop in a Southeastern port to make the most of "Deadliest Catch"'s success.
Filipino divas' tour packs them in in Unalaska (2007-04-30)
Although original plans for two shows were scaled back, several hundred people attended Sunday night's performance.
DEC checks water quality in Iliuliuk Bay, Dutch Harbor (2007-04-30)
Both areas were listed as impaired in the early '90s because of visible oil pollution.
Filipino pop stars perform in Unalaska Sunday (2007-04-27)
Kuh Ledesma and Pops Fernandez are taking a major detour from their American tour to play for the local Filipino community.
Congressional subcommittee looks at commercial fishing safety (2007-04-26)
Alaska has made good use of voluntary inspections, Coast Guard admiral says, but other states haven't.
Unalaska students monitor stream health (2007-04-25)
Junior high and high school students studied stream invertebrates with aquatic biologists this week.
Air tank dispute likely to continue into tonight's council meeting (2007-04-24)
A city memo sent to Public Safety volunteers last week sparked debate at a City Council meeting last weekend.
Unalaska man arrested for dealing meth from houseboat (2007-04-24)
Harmon Fisher will face federal and state drug-dealing charges.
Fisherman who attacked crewmate pleads no contest (2007-04-23)
Sione Pakalani attacked Floyd Decker with a crowbar after Decker threatened his cousin.
Harbor Crown truck thief pleads no contest (2007-04-23)
Jason Fennimore stole and later abandoned the vehicle in a drunk-driving incident.
'Deadliest Catch' turns fishermen into rock stars (2007-04-17)
The Northwestern crew says that since the second season, their lives haven't been the same.
Body found Friday may be missing processor (2007-04-16)
The remains were recovered from Udagak Bay, near where Northern Victor crew member Joseph Arop disappeared in February.
Mayor seeks budget for emergency tow equipment (2007-04-10)
A $35,000 budget amendment would cover one of two tow packages to be used in incidents like the Salica Frigo near-miss.
NMFS to buy back four freezer-longliner licenses (2007-04-10)
The deal takes out about 10% of the fleet at a cost of $35 million.
City in talks with geothermal firms again about Makushin (2007-04-09)
City Manager Chris Hladick met with two companies' representatives to discuss development prospects.
Community Art Show opens this weekend (2007-04-06)
The opening reception is Saturday at 7 p.m. at the Museum of the Aleutians.
Huge rockfish found in Pribilof Canyon (2007-04-06)
The specimen, caught by the Kodiak Enterprise, is believed to be a century old.
Juanita Lewis resigns from City Council (2007-04-06)
Lewis is the fifth council member in the past year to step down before the end of her term.
Unalaskans vote narrowly against same-sex benefits (2007-04-04)
51.5% of Unalaska's 200 voters approved the measure supporting a constitutional amendment.
North Pacific Council shoots down Maruha-Nichiro inquiry (2007-04-04)
Fish and Game Commissioner Denby Lloyd was concerned about impacts on Southwestern fishing communities.
Deadliest Catch season 3 premieres (2007-04-03)
Due to a delayed opilio season, cameras are still rolling as the new season opens on the Discovery Channel.
State questions Maruha-Nichiro merger (2007-04-03)
Fish & Game Commissioner wants the North Pacific council to look at the proposed consolidation.
Baby born on fishing boat in Dutch Harbor (2007-04-02)
Little information was available today about the birth, which may be under investigation.
Two charged in crowbar fight (2007-03-30)
One of the two men was badly injured in the incident in a fishing boat's freezer hold.
Planning of post-Selendang Ayu restoration work begins (2007-03-30)
Federal and state agencies hope to take comments in Unalaska to shape the program.
Five boats freed after icy night near St. Paul (2007-03-29)
Three crab boats, one freighter and a processor were caught up in sea ice Wednesday.
Five boats freed after icy night near St. Paul (2007-03-29)
Three crab boats, one freighter and a processor were caught up in sea ice Wednesday.
Unalaska student goes to Anchorage for geography bee (2007-03-28)
Carlin Enlow will compete against 100 other Alaskan students in the National Geographic-sponsored competition.
Public Safety trains with mock fire in Unalaska (2007-03-27)
The elaborate scenario involved a blaze and burn victims at the Methodist Church.
Blizzard update, 2 PM - Schools closed this afternoon (2007-03-26)
Busses will leave elementary school at 2:30 and city school at 2:40.
Unalaska student tops state in Letters About Literature (2007-03-23)
Jennifer Ruiz is the third Unalaska student to win the state level of the national competition.
PenAir settles on replacement plane for Saab fleet (2007-03-22)
The company plans to phase in the Bombardier Q400 by 2016.
Small boat harbor misses out on federal funding (2007-03-21)
The Army Corps of Engineers' decision to not fund breakwater construction this year will set back harbor construction.
PCR gym to be repaired this summer following water damage (2007-03-21)
A burst pipe on March 10 damaged the gym's maple floorboards, although the extent isn't clear.
City looks to local fixes for shipping safety (2007-03-20)
Following the near-wreck of the Salica Frigo, the possibility of city-level safety regulations is being explored.
City mulls next step after Salica Frigo close call (2007-03-19)
A presentation on possible safety measures will take place at Tuesday's City Council meeting.
Exodus Explorer crew rescued after sinking (2007-03-19)
The fishing boat ran aground near Adak on Sunday morning.
Unalaska kids play Robin Hood with the Missoula Children's Theatre (2007-03-16)
The show will be at noon and 2 p.m. tomorrow at the high school gym.
Gov. Palin announces NPFMC picks (2007-03-15)
Doug Hoedel and Stephanie Madsen end their terms in August.
Lydia Black, scholar of the Aleutians, dies at 81 (2007-03-13)
The Ukraine-born author and professor published numerous books on Unangan and Aluutiq culture.
HMCS Ottawa stops in Unalaska (2007-03-12)
The Canadian Navy frigate is on its way home from the Middle East and Southeast Asia.
Shipwreck narrowly averted in Unalaska Bay (2007-03-09)
The Salica Frigo was within 3/10 of a mile of Hog Island when it restored power.
Blog grows quiet after anonymity policy changes (2007-03-07)
The Unalaska Advertiser site had become a well-read, often-vicious soapbox for community members.
Delta Western employees join labor strike (2007-03-07)
Picketers at North Pacific Fuels are in their second week of striking in Unalaska.
Raiders come out strong in tourney opener (2007-03-07)
The boys' team beat Chevak 61-39 in the first game of regionals.
John Conwell hired as new superintendent (2007-03-02)
The current high school principal will take over for Darrell Sanborn in June.
Researchers look at Steller's eider health in Unalaska (2007-03-01)
The team from the Alaska Sea Life Center is on its second trip to the Aleutians this year.
Roger Rowland appointed to City Council (2007-02-28)
Rowland was one of three candidates for Joanna Aldridge's seat.
AWCRSA gives its OK to PacSteve dock (2007-02-27)
The board voted to end public comment after a second meeting Monday.
North Pacific Fuel employees strike over contract (2007-02-27)
The Teamsters-organized strike began on Saturday and will continue until a resolution is reached, the union says.
City Council to appoint interim member tonight (2007-02-27)
Three candidates are vying for Joanna Aldridge's vacated seat.
Man crashes truck into Captains Bay (2007-02-26)
Public safety personnel rescued him from the partially submerged vehicle before hypothermia set in.
Raiders face challenges in Bethel, Anchorage games (2007-02-22)
Boys are now 6-6, girls are 4-8 going into regionals next month.
Alaskan seafood exports top $2 billion (2007-02-22)
Increasing sales to Europe and Asia accounted for half of the state's 2006 total exports.
Coast Guard Queen of the Fleet pays visit to Unalaska (2007-02-21)
The Ketchikan-based cutter Akushnet received the title earlier this month after the decomissioning of the Storis.
No charges following frozen meat fight (2007-02-20)
Two men sustained only minor injuries after attacking each other with a tube of frozen hamburger.
Opilio season booming, but strange (2007-02-16)
Some fishermen have flown home to wait out delivery hold-ups.
Man arrested for sex assault in UniSea bunkhouse (2007-02-15)
The alleged incident took place on Tuesday afternoon.
PacSteve plans generate controversy at council meeting (2007-02-15)
The city has asked for an extension on the public comment period for the new dock project.
City manager gets earful about Unalaska's roads (2007-02-14)
Truck drivers say that deteriorating conditions are costing them tens of thousands of dollars a year.
Aldridge resigns from City Council (2007-02-14)
The council will pick an interim replacement at its next meeting.
City to ask for extension on PacSteve project comment period (2007-02-14)
Members of the public protested the lack of public notice for the cold storage project.
City Council meets tonight to discuss PCBs, landfill rates (2007-02-13)
Tonight's session will be preceded by a town hall meeting on Unalaska's roads.
All four crew members rescued from sinking fishing boat (2007-02-12)
The fishing vessel Illusion capsized in Makushin Bay on Friday night.
Jeep rolls into Unalaska Lake (2007-02-12)
Driver escaped with cuts and bruises, but his vehicle was badly damaged.
No sign of missing man on second dive (2007-02-08)
Divers working on Tuesday and Wednesday found no evidence of Joseph Arop.
SBX radar reaches Aleutians (2007-02-07)
Missile Defense Agency announced its arrival today, about a month after it left Hawaii.
Stellar Sea heads back to St. Paul (2007-02-07)
The processing vessel was sidelined for three weeks by an engine room fire.
Search continues for missing processor (2007-02-06)
Divers returned to the Northern Victor today for a second round of dives.
NMFS study finds continued decline among Pribilofs' seals (2007-02-05)
New report estimates that the seals' birth rate dropped by 9 percent over the last two years.
Man missing off Icicle processing vessel (2007-02-05)
Joseph Arop disappeared off the Northern Victor in Beaver Inlet on Thursday.
Dutch Harbor tops seafood landings by volume for 17th year (2007-02-05)
The port also ranks second for value of landings, bringing in $166.1 million worth of seafood.
City Council approves new travel policy (2007-02-01)
Guidelines limit when and how many council members can travel on the city's nickel.
Scope for recycling project expected this month (2007-02-01)
City Council discussed the issue again at its regular meeting on Tuesday.
Japanese seafood buyers visit Unalaska (2007-01-31)
C.G.C. Group hopes to triple its purchases from UniSea parent company Nippon Suisan.
APIA: Amchitka consortium needed (2007-01-31)
Group plans on monitoring nuclear test site in tandem with DOE efforts.
New Year's sex assault charges dismissed (2007-01-31)
District attorneys failed to bring charges to a grand jury in time.
OC pays out biggest dividends ever (2007-01-29)
$20 a share tops previous record of $13 a share, set last January.
Raiders basketball: Girls go 0-5, boys go 2-3 on the road (2007-01-29)
A tough run for both teams against Nome, Kotzebue, Selawik and Point Hope.
Raiders leave Nome without a win (2007-01-25)
Boys lost a close game last night in the second day of the series.
Blizzard advisory downgraded (2007-01-25)
If it remains at category 1, city services will be up and running tomorrow.
BLIZZARD UPDATE (2007-01-25)
Travel advisory, blizzard warning both still in effect today.
Raiders lose first round in Nome (2007-01-24)
The boys and girls both rematch this evening, and continue on to Kotzebue Thursday.
Repairs are underway on Stellar Sea (2007-01-24)
The processing vessel is still probably weeks away from processing crab.
Blizzard shuts down some city services (2007-01-24)
PCR and landfill are both closed following an afternoon of blowing snow and whiteout conditions.
Seattle couple plans 4,000-mile walk to Aleutians (2007-01-22)
Erin McKittrick and Bretwood "Hig" Higman will hike, raft and ski from Seattle to Unimak Island.
EAD tanner closes in Unalaska Bay (2007-01-19)
The 49,000-pound limit should be reached by 5:59 p.m. today, according to ADF&G.
Stellar Sea may not be as badly damaged as feared (2007-01-19)
The ship's crew and processors are waiting in Unalaska until more is known about the ship's fate.
Stellar Sea arrives safely in Dutch Harbor (2007-01-18)
Sidelining of major processing vessel could put a snag in the opie season.
Processor catches on fire north of Unalaska (2007-01-17)
The Stellar Sea was on its way to Dutch Harbor as of this evening.
Arctic Hunter waiting on inspection (2007-01-17)
The fishing boat was temporarily repaired Tuesday after running aground on Hog Island.
Fishing boat grounds on Hog Island (2007-01-16)
The Arctic Hunter was pulled off the beach at about 8:30 a.m. today.
Tsunami brings warning, but no damage (2007-01-15)
An earthquake near the Kuril Islands sparked a 3-hour warning in Unalaska.
City Council disagrees on meeting ideas (2007-01-12)
Location change, possible space renovations and other ideas were met with skepticism.
Chemical spills onboard APL vessel (2007-01-11)
A container leaking ethylenediamine was quarantined on the APL dock.
City Council begins new meeting system tonight (2007-01-11)
Metal and nets, funding requests and other issues are on the work session agenda.
17 earthquakes jolt Unalaska today (2007-01-10)
The largest one had a magnitude of 5.3, and struck 55 miles southwest of the island.
Another processor onboard for opilio season (2007-01-10)
UniSea offered $1.50 a pound today, according to co-op negotiators.
Westward posts first price for 2007 opies (2007-01-09)
A few boats have left Dutch Harbor, expecting $1.525 a pound from the processor.
High winds on the way today (2007-01-09)
Schools will be closed this afternoon, and drivers are cautioned to avoid Captain's Bay Road.
Warnings and closures still in place, but wind AWOL (2007-01-09)
Schools and most city offices are closed and tonight's City Council session has been rescheduled.
Groundfish FEIS issued (2007-01-08)
The document is open for public comment for 30 days.
Unalaska continues to explore geothermal power (2007-01-08)
The city is considering developing Makushin without corporate backing.
Basketball season begins promisingly for Unalaska (2007-01-08)
Boys were 2-2 and girls were 3-1 in season openers against Sand Point and King Cove.
New finance director will start next month (2007-01-08)
Tonya Miller was hired to fill the last of Unalaska's director-level openings.
World War II historical signs to be posted this spring (2007-01-05)
City Council cleared the use of city land for one of the signs last week.
City Council returns to weekly meeting schedule (2007-01-04)
Work sessions and regular sessions will be held on alternating Tuesdays.
Alex Haley crew member charged with rape (2007-01-03)
The alleged incident happened early on New Year's Day at the Grand Aleutian Hotel.
Couple arrested for possessing meth supplies (2007-01-03)
Police were alerted after the post office received a suspicious package.
City Council clears seed funding for recycling (2007-01-02)
$60,000 added to the budget for a grant writer/program developer job.