News of the North
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City Emergency Program Manager advises for winter weather safety
Juneau, Alaska (KINY) - There are ways to stay safe this winter, whether it be in the backcountry or in the comfort of your own home.
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State aims $1 million at livestock farmers hit by rising cost of feed, but some see unmet need
(Alaska Beacon) - The cost of animal feed has risen this year and the weather in Alaska has reduced its availability, which has prompted livestock farmers to ask the state government for help.
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Could trawler cams help save world’s dwindling fish stocks?
PORTLAND, Maine (AP) — For years, Mark Hager’s job as an observer aboard New England fishing boats made him a marked man, seen as a meddling cop on the ocean, counting and scrutinizing every cod, haddock and flounder to enforce rules and help set crucial quotas.
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Recounts set this week for 2 Alaska legislative races
JUNEAU, Alaska (AP) — Recounts in two Anchorage-area legislative races are scheduled to take place this week, a top state elections official said Tuesday.
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Sitka Parks and Recreation to hold Winter Break Theater Camp
Juneau, Alaska (KINY) - The City and Borough of Sitka Parks and Recreation will be holding an eight-day theater camp from Monday, December 19 to Friday, December 30 at Blatchley Middle School.
Christmas Classics
Events
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National wreaths across america day
We have raised enough funds to put a wreath on every headstone at the National cemetery. There are over 1230 headstones, so we are asking for the community's he...
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The Mama Circle via Zoom Hosted by Jasmine @ Tongass Lactation Consulting, LLC
The Mama Circle via Zoom. First Saturday of every month. Next on 3/5 10am-11am. Facilitated by Jasmine Esmay, Registered Nurse and Board Certified Lactation...
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Historical Talk with Marcia Biederman: "The Courage of Agnes Young McAlpin"
Sheldon Jackson Museum will host biographer Marcia Biederman's presentation on Agnes Young McAlpin. More info here: https://friendsofsjm.com/calendar/