Author: Eric Stone

Preliminary election results for Prince of Wales Island and Metlakatla

Voters on Prince of Wales Island and in Metlakatla went to the polls Tuesday. Here’s a rundown of where things stand.

Hurricane-force low pressure system topples power lines and trees on Prince of Wales Island

A strong fall storm damaged homes, downed trees and knocked out power across Prince of Wales Island over the weekend.

Ketchikan’s local elections are Tuesday. Here’s what’s on the ballot

Not sure where to start? Here’s a rundown.

Officials warn of possible landslides on Prince of Wales Island as a strong fall storm heads for Southeast Alaska

The strongest storm is forecast to arrive Friday night, the National Weather Service says in a special weather statement. That could bring high winds with gusts of 60 to 70 miles per hour along the outer coast, and even in inside waters near Ketchikan. Rainfall totals are forecast at between three and six inches between Thursday night and Sunday afternoon.

Senior PeaceHealth Ketchikan Medical Center executive abruptly leaves job

A senior executive at PeaceHealth Ketchikan Medical Center has left her job abruptly and will relocate, the nonprofit said in an email to hospital employees.