The Cordova Times
The Cordova Times is Prince William Sound's oldest newspaper, publishing since 1914. Send story ideas and news tips to news@thecordovatimes.com.
June 17, 2022 edition
The PDF of the June 17, 2022, edition of The Cordova Times is now available to view online. Or pick up a print copy at Nichols’, AC Value Center, The Alaskan and Cordova Gear.
Marine economy adds billions to national GDP
Reports from two federal Commerce Department agencies note that America’s marine economy contributed some $361 billion to America’s gross domestic product in 2020.
Coast Guard offers free dockside exams
In advance of the Bristol Bay salmon fishery season the Coast Guard is offering courtesy dockside Free exams at Egegik, Dillingham and King Salmon.
Law & Order: May 30-June 12
The following is a summary of incidences that occurred or were reported to the Cordova Police Department May 30 through June 12, 2022. Defendant(s) are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
Silver Bay Seafoods will pay fine for water quality violations
Silver Bay Seafoods has agreed to pay a $467,469 penalty determined by state environmental officials for water quality violations at its Naknek River processing facility in Bristol Bay.
BBRSDA DONATES $1M for Pedro Bay Rivers Project
Bristol Bay Regional Seafood Development Association has committed to donate $1 million to the Pedro Bay Rivers Project to finalize a conservation easement on 44,170 acres of land owned by the Pedro Bay Native Corp.
Alaska Department of Natural Resources commissioner resigns
Alaska Department of Natural Resources Commissioner Corri Feige has announced plans to resign from her post, effective June 30, saying she wants to devote more time to her family.
Obituary: Carl Fisher
Carl Fisher was born September 14, 1929, in Eugene, Oregon to Thomas and Leah (Schoonover) Fisher. He joined older sister Helen. Carl passed away peacefully at the age of 92 on Sunday, June 5, 2022, after a short illness.
Cordova police remind residents of dog ordinances
Cordova Police Department says there’s been a recent increase in calls regarding dogs off-leash creating hazards to motorists, pedestrians and the public.
Summer BBQ, camps, fireworks, Salmon Jam and more
4H Music Camps will run July 11-15. Students 9-18 can sign up for an all-day Bluegrass Camp. The Hawaiian Camp for ages 6-8 is full but there is a waiting list. That and more important dates and activities for your summer calendar in this week's Around Town.
