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Judge allows for subpoena in Pebble lawsuit

JUNEAU, Alaska (AP) — A federal judge says the group behind the proposed Pebble Mine can serve a subpoena on an Internet services provider to… Continue reading

Recipes requested

The Peninsula Clarion is seeking recipes that showcase our area’s traditional foods. Do you have a special way of preparing our local fish and game?… Continue reading

This Feb. 23, 2015 photo shows dunderi ricotta dumplings  in Concord, N.H. (AP Photo/Matthew Mead)

Dumplings from Jenn, delicious

MIAMI BEACH, Fla. — When Portland chef Jenn Louis set out to perfect pasta dumplings in Italy, she was occasionally met with such disdain from… Continue reading

This Feb. 23, 2015 photo shows dunderi ricotta dumplings  in Concord, N.H. (AP Photo/Matthew Mead)

Bob Franken: Religious bigotry

What is it about religion? Even in these modern times where we are exposed to a world full of ideas, how can what presents itself… Continue reading

What others say: Bill changing judicial nomination process doesn’t make sense

Alaska has one of, if not the, best judicial selection processes.The proof is in the lack of newspaper headlines heralding corruption in the judiciary branch… Continue reading

Alaska internet providers get redundant

The redundant cable systems used by Alaska Internet service providers are more than an added bonus for their customers. While not required by law, Internet… Continue reading

Business briefs

Chambers set schedules ■ The Soldotna Chamber of Commerce will meet at noon today at Froso’s Restaurant in Soldotna. A presentation from the Alaska Department… Continue reading

A little consideration goes a long way

I was at Fred Meyer in a wheelchair van parked in a handicap parking space. When I came out, someone had parked right next to… Continue reading

Family appreciates care at Heritage Place

We want to share our appreciation and extend a public thank you to all of the staff at Heritage Place for the community of care… Continue reading

HEA announces rate increase

Due to the increase in the energy rate and the Cost of Power Adjustment, Homer Electric Association monthly residential service bills will reflect an average… Continue reading

Photo by Kelly Sullivan/ Peninsula Clarion Harmonyrain Enders gets ready to take a swing on the playset rings at Kenai Municipal Park after school Monday, March 30, 2015 in Kenai, Alaska.
Photo by Kelly Sullivan/ Peninsula Clarion Harmonyrain Enders gets ready to take a swing on the playset rings at Kenai Municipal Park after school Monday, March 30, 2015 in Kenai, Alaska.
FILE - In this Tuesday, June 20, 2006 file photo, ingredients of a Fluffernutter sandwich -- Marshmallow Fluff, peanut butter and bread -- are shown in Marlborough, Mass.  Massachusetts lawmakers are considering  the sandwich as the state sandwich. When New Hampshire lawmakers this month shot down as frivolous a group of fourth-graders' effort to name the red-tailed hawk the official state raptor, the pols got pasted as insensitive bullies. But in a state with an official tree, bird, dog, animal, insect, amphibian, butterfly, saltwater fish, freshwater fish, rock, mineral, gem and, yes, tartan, some say the legislators have a point.  (AP Photo/Bill Sikes, File)

Surplus symbols: How many state bugs and beans do we need?

CONCORD, N.H. — Maine celebrates its Whoopie pies. North Carolinians proudly dance their Shag. In Kansas, even dirt is official: Harney silt loam is the… Continue reading

FILE - In this Tuesday, June 20, 2006 file photo, ingredients of a Fluffernutter sandwich -- Marshmallow Fluff, peanut butter and bread -- are shown in Marlborough, Mass.  Massachusetts lawmakers are considering  the sandwich as the state sandwich. When New Hampshire lawmakers this month shot down as frivolous a group of fourth-graders' effort to name the red-tailed hawk the official state raptor, the pols got pasted as insensitive bullies. But in a state with an official tree, bird, dog, animal, insect, amphibian, butterfly, saltwater fish, freshwater fish, rock, mineral, gem and, yes, tartan, some say the legislators have a point.  (AP Photo/Bill Sikes, File)

Senate passes bill changing marijuana crime laws

JUNEAU — The Alaska Senate on Monday got closer to having state statutes reflect what remains illegal after Alaska voters legalized limited recreational marijuana last… Continue reading

Tuesday deadline to apply for PFD

ANCHORAGE (AP) — Alaskans are almost out of time to sign up for their share of the state’s oil wealth this year.Today is the deadline… Continue reading

NOAA says Cook Inlet beluga numbers increased slightly

ANCHORAGE — The federal estimate of the number of beluga whales in Alaska’s Cook Inlet increased slightly in 2014, but researchers conclude the population remains… Continue reading

Cal Thomas: How do you solve a problem like the Clintons?

NEW YORK — This being the 50th anniversary of the film “The Sound of Music,” please permit me a poor adaption of a few of… Continue reading

What others say: Setting aside donations for nonprofits, children good use of dividend

Time is drawing near to file an application for the Alaska Permanent Fund dividend — the deadline to do so is March 31. In addition… Continue reading

Legislative Information Office teleconference schedule for March 31

Tuesday 1:30 p.m.The House Finance Committee will sponsor a public hearing to discuss HB 143 AIDEA Bonds, Loans, Fund; AEA Loan and HB 135 Public… Continue reading

Justeena Silas shared this photo of her daughter, Mya Brown, age 8. Justeena writes, "She could fit in the cage with her guinea pig named Sqeaks! Squeaks is about a 1 year old. They are like best buddies!"
Justeena Silas shared this photo of her daughter, Mya Brown, age 8. Justeena writes, "She could fit in the cage with her guinea pig named Sqeaks! Squeaks is about a 1 year old. They are like best buddies!"

Tuesday deadline to apply for PFD

ANCHORAGE (AP) — Alaskans are almost out of time to sign up for their share of the state’s oil wealth this year. Tuesday is the… Continue reading