Author: Leila Kheiry

Rented backup diesel generators likely needed through fall

The diesel generators are in place because of ongoing drought conditions limiting access to hydroelectric power.

VFW raises money for homeless, first responders

According to a news release from VFW Post 4352, the Flag Day shrimp boil held at the post on June 14th raised about $2,000. The post will donate $1,000 each to First City Homeless Services, and the North Tongass Fire Department.

Two charged following Ketchikan drug investigation

Two women, one from Hydaburg and one from Anchorage, face felony drug charges for allegedly bringing methamphetamine, heroin and prescription pills into Ketchikan.

First step to form a new Ketchikan service area approved

The vote begins the process of creating the proposed Old Dairy Road Service Area off South Tongass Highway. The petition calls for a 3.4-mill property tax on 13 parcels in the proposed boundaries.