Both districts closed yesterday after receiving the emailed threat. Identical threats went to several districts around the state.
A remote live-streaming camera helped locate and rescue a hiker in Katmai National Park on September 5.
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After two unexpected resignations late last month, Dillingham Public Safety staff undertook jail operations for short-term transfers.
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In their fight to regain access to Qayassiq, tribal leaders created a model for communities to act as equal management partners.
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Two Bristol Bay residents are spearheading an indigenous-led environmental monitoring program. Mary Hostetter and Bill Kane say their work, while still in its planning stages, is a foundation for an indigenous guardian program. The project recently won a 2023 Edge Prize.
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Joshua Wahl was indicted earlier this week by a superior court. He has pleaded not guilty to murder.
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The district plans to purchase the tank with grant money from the US Department of Agriculture.
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Investigation into the double homicide began on Saturday.
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Just off the highway in Naknek, a brightly colored beach cabin – Verna's Gift Shop – sells gifts, art and jewelry. Its owner, Verna Heath said she has plans to expand.
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Last week, the cooperative removed the data cap for its most popular, and most expensive, plan.
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Joseph Gust, aged 33, was reported missing on July 11.
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In late July, roughly 100 fishing vessels joined together on the Naknek River to protest this year’s sockeye price of 50 cents per pound. Now, fishing crews are calling for greater price transparency, including through a petition.
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