Erin Thompson

Sterling woman accused of stealing checks from employer, cashing them

(Editor’s note: This article has been updated to change the age of Shay L. Harju-Romey). A Sterling woman faces 14 felony counts for forgery, theft… Continue reading

To rescue or not to rescue? SeaLife Center emergency hotline provides guidance on animal strandings

Summer in Alaska means long days, a short burst of green and lots of tourists and locals hoping to spot marine wildlife on its coasts… Continue reading

Soldotna man charged with attempted murder after sword attack

A Soldotna man was charged with first-degree attempted murder Tuesday, after allegedly attacking a man with a three-foot sword. Darrell J. Moore, 25, allegedly attacked… Continue reading

Joanis named to Superior Court

Gov. Bill Walker announced appointments to the Kenai, Juneau and Fairbanks Superior Court judges Monday. Lance Joanis will replace retiring Kenai Superior Court Judge Anna… Continue reading

Eagle River man killed in Seward Highway crash

An Eagle River man was killed Sunday after his motorcycle rear-ended a truck on the Seward Highway near Summit Lake. Aaron Smith, 44, was heading… Continue reading

Participants in the Two Spirit Pride March walk along the Sterling Highway on their way to Soldotna Creek Park Wednesday. About 60 people turned out to the march celebrating LGBTQ Pride. (Photo by Erin Thompson/Peninsula Clarion)

Soldotna shows its Pride: Two Spirit march shows love for LGBTQ community

Carrying signs, flashing smiles and eliciting the occasional friendly smile or honk from passing cars, approximately 60 rainbow-clad marchers made history Wednesday. The group, which… Continue reading

Participants in the Two Spirit Pride March walk along the Sterling Highway on their way to Soldotna Creek Park Wednesday. About 60 people turned out to the march celebrating LGBTQ Pride. (Photo by Erin Thompson/Peninsula Clarion)

Public health campaign promotes importance of adolescent vaccinations

Alaska youth will be getting a friendly health reminder in the mail this summer. The Alaska Department of Health and Social Services’ Immunization Program will… Continue reading

Applications open for seat on Kenai Superior Court

The body responsible for nominating Alaska judges is taking applications from potential replacements for retiring Kenai Superior Court Judge Charles T. Huguelet. The Alaska Judicial… Continue reading

Man arrested for fleeing troopers faces charges in new case

A man arrested with his father earlier this month after the two allegedly fled from Alaska State Troopers was charged with assault last week. Lance… Continue reading

Nikiski students look back with fondness as they cross the finish line

Nikiski students look back with fondness as they cross the finish line

Friendship was on the mind of many Nikiski High School graduates Wednesday night as they prepared to accept their diplomas and cross into the next… Continue reading

Nikiski students look back with fondness as they cross the finish line

Man accused of reversing van into motorcycle, SUV

A Seward man is accused of intentionally crashing his van into his family members’ vehicles during a domestic dispute Sunday morning. Jordan N. Getz, 34,… Continue reading

Man accused of stealing tires from Soldotna shop

A Kenai man was arrested early Friday morning for stealing tires, less than two hours after a burglary was reported at a Soldotna tire shop.… Continue reading

Walking to remember: Heritage Place residents raise awareness about Alzheimer’s

Walking to remember: Heritage Place residents raise awareness about Alzheimer’s

A drizzle may have shortened a scheduled mile-and-a-half trek through the streets of Soldotna Thursday, but participants in the Longest Day Walk ’n’ Roll event… Continue reading

Walking to remember: Heritage Place residents raise awareness about Alzheimer’s
Smoke rises from the burn area of the East Fork Fire on the Kenai National Wildlife Refuge on June 16, 2017 near Sterling, Alaska. The fire, sparked by lightning, rests at 1,016 acres and will be monitored as firefighters pull back their response. (Photo by Elizabeth Earl/Peninsula Clarion)

Peninsula sees few wildfires as season passes halfway mark

With Alaska’s wildfire season half over and cool, wet conditions in the forecast, the Kenai Peninsula has yet to see a major blaze. There’s no… Continue reading

Smoke rises from the burn area of the East Fork Fire on the Kenai National Wildlife Refuge on June 16, 2017 near Sterling, Alaska. The fire, sparked by lightning, rests at 1,016 acres and will be monitored as firefighters pull back their response. (Photo by Elizabeth Earl/Peninsula Clarion)

Nikiski man accused of threatening woman with axe

A Nikiski man was arrested for assault after the alleged victim sent a plea for help to the Alaska State Troopers Facebook page. Tao L.… Continue reading

Man charged with armed robbery arrested for theft and burglary

A man facing charges of felony theft, armed robbery and assault in two separate cases was arrested last week for theft and burglary. Cody D.… Continue reading

New cards, new scams: Seniors targeted as Medicare rolls out new IDs

A law aimed at reducing fraud and identity theft among Medicare beneficiaries is opening the door to new scams. Under a 2015 law, new Medicare… Continue reading

Putt with a purpose: Golf tournament to raise money for Alzheimer’s

During his last years of life, Sue Mann’s father spent his days in a fog — sometimes unable to even remember his daughter’s name. He… Continue reading

A volunteer displays a handful of broken glass reportedly found in 3 Friends Dog Park Wednesday morning. The glass was spread over about 1/4-acre of the 2-acre park, which provides a fenced area for dogs to run off their leashes. (Photo courtesy of Connie Hocker)

Broken glass reported in community dog park

A Soldotna park meant to be a safe space for dogs was hit by a potentially dangerous act of vandalism this week. Park patrons found… Continue reading

A volunteer displays a handful of broken glass reportedly found in 3 Friends Dog Park Wednesday morning. The glass was spread over about 1/4-acre of the 2-acre park, which provides a fenced area for dogs to run off their leashes. (Photo courtesy of Connie Hocker)

CDC issues advisory on Hep A outbreaks in multiple states

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention sent an advisory Monday alerting local public health agencies to a multiple-state Hepatitis A outbreak that has hit… Continue reading