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Homer leads teams in Peninsula All-Conference list

The newly-crowned Peninsula Conference champion Homer Mariners picked up the most postseason awards on the recently released All-Conference list. Homer won the conference with a… Continue reading

Moose volleyball sweeps Kardinals

Palmer bounced back from Tuesday’s loss to Colony and scored a 3-0 victory over Kenai Central Wednesday night at Palmer High School, with scores of… Continue reading

Students from across the district participate in games during a Sources of Strength training program at Soldotna Prep School in Soldotna, Alaska on Tuesday, Oct. 10, 2017. Games, lessons and discussions are combined by Sources of Strength, a Colorado-based youth suicide prevention project, to harness the power of peer social networks. (Photo by Kat Sorensen/Peninsula Clarion)

Program aims to help students prevent suicide

In the center of the Soldotna Prep School’s library, two students battled it out in a game of rock-paper-scissors while their peers chanted their names… Continue reading

Students from across the district participate in games during a Sources of Strength training program at Soldotna Prep School in Soldotna, Alaska on Tuesday, Oct. 10, 2017. Games, lessons and discussions are combined by Sources of Strength, a Colorado-based youth suicide prevention project, to harness the power of peer social networks. (Photo by Kat Sorensen/Peninsula Clarion)

What others say: Recycling dependent upon quality materials

Recycling can be likened to a mining operation. Processing costs depend on the purity of the ore — and if the costs exceed the value… Continue reading

Op-ed: Of storms and morons

Secretary of State Rex Tillerson reportedly called his boss, President Donald Trump, a “moron,” but we are the real morons — certainly those in Washington,… Continue reading

Homer swimming hosts Soldotna in dual meet

The Soldotna and Homer swimming and diving teams got together for a dual meet Friday in Homer, with the Soldotna girls winning seven of 12… Continue reading

Community News and Notes

Community News and Notes

Births Demaris, Mullican welcome son Sheena Demaris and Shane Mullican of Soldotna announce the birth of their son, Jaxson Cruz Mullican, at 11:24 a.m. on… Continue reading

Community News and Notes

Pioneer Potluck: Scrubbing and waxing the floors

On the farm in Northern Colorado, 1944 I was looking at our laminated wood floors this morning and thinking that I have it so easy… Continue reading

It is what it is: Enjoying the ride

I didn’t think I was that into bicycles, but I think I might have a problem. Sure, I know, compared to most people, I do… Continue reading

This Oct. 2 photo shows a meatless cheesy oat burger in Bethesda, Md. Part-skim ricotta cheese is the star of a tasty meatless burger patty that looks almost like a turkey burger, but tastes more like an Italian-inspired fried cheese appetizer. (Melissa D’Arabian via AP)

Cheese stars in this meatless burger that has a yum factor

As much as I love a juicy beef burger, I’ve become a little obsessed with creating veggie burgers that step in and satisfy without any… Continue reading

This Oct. 2 photo shows a meatless cheesy oat burger in Bethesda, Md. Part-skim ricotta cheese is the star of a tasty meatless burger patty that looks almost like a turkey burger, but tastes more like an Italian-inspired fried cheese appetizer. (Melissa D’Arabian via AP)
This Nov. 21, 2016 photo shows red lentil and chicken slow-cooker soup in New York. The soup is thick from the lentils, and fragrant with cumin and coriander. (Sarah E Crowder via AP)

COOKING ON DEADLINE: Red Lentil and Chicken Slow-Cooker Soup

I am a Football Mom. A New York City Football Mom, so Football Moms from, say, Texas or California might smirk at me a little.… Continue reading

This Nov. 21, 2016 photo shows red lentil and chicken slow-cooker soup in New York. The soup is thick from the lentils, and fragrant with cumin and coriander. (Sarah E Crowder via AP)
This Oct. 2 photo shows an Italian sausage frittata in New York. This dish is from a recipe by Sara Moulton. (Sara Moulton via AP)

Flexible Frittata is thick, satisfying omelet

What to do on a busy weeknight when you poke your head into the fridge and discover a variety of souvenirs left over from previous… Continue reading

This Oct. 2 photo shows an Italian sausage frittata in New York. This dish is from a recipe by Sara Moulton. (Sara Moulton via AP)

Peninsula recognizes Domestic Violence Month

Alaskans face harrowing domestic violence statistics. About half of adult women in Alaska have experienced violence in their lifetimes, according to University of Alaska Justice… Continue reading

North Slope storm causes estimated $10 million in damage

ANCHORAGE — Damages from a recent storm in Alaska’s North Slope could end up costing the regional government more than $10 million, and a damaged… Continue reading

Bethel homeless shelter searches for new home before winter

BETHEL, Alaska (AP) — A homeless shelter in Bethel is searching for a new facility before the arrival of winter, which can be deadly for… Continue reading

Deacon Kevin Woodvine of Our Lady of Angels Church in Kenai blesses Max the Australian shepherd while Max’s owner Jon Wolhlers tries to keep the puppy still at St. Francis by the Sea in Kenai, Alaska on Sunday, October 8, 2017 during the Blessing of the Animals. (Photo by Kat Sorensen/Peninsula Clarion)

Bless this pet

Pets of all shapes and sizes were welcomed at St. Francis by the Sea in Kenai on Sunday. The church, along with Our Lady of… Continue reading

Deacon Kevin Woodvine of Our Lady of Angels Church in Kenai blesses Max the Australian shepherd while Max’s owner Jon Wolhlers tries to keep the puppy still at St. Francis by the Sea in Kenai, Alaska on Sunday, October 8, 2017 during the Blessing of the Animals. (Photo by Kat Sorensen/Peninsula Clarion)

Thanks to Fred Meyer for school donation

Thanks to Fred Meyer staff for school donation On behalf of the recipient students at my two schools, I would like to express appreciation to… Continue reading

Op-ed: Defining evil

Responding to the recent Las Vegas concert shooting that killed more than 50 people and injured hundreds more, President Trump described the act as one… Continue reading

Editorial: Dividend time loses some of its luster

Alaska Permanent Fund dividends hit bank accounts this week, but the money has arrived with a bit less fanfare than in years past. Perhaps there’s… Continue reading

Op-ed: The platitude and deflect strategy

There are first responders — men and women who are heroes who bravely swarm to the rescue whenever there’s a tragic emergency — and then… Continue reading