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.
CARES Act funds go to AFN, Tanana Chiefs Conference
Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act funds totaling $2.5 million have been distributed by the state to the Alaska Federation of Natives, with another $500,000 directed to the Tanana Chiefs Conference.
Study shows Japanese seafood lovers prefer Alaska product
Research commissioned by the Alaska Seafood Marketing Institute has found that the Alaska brand is important to Japanese seafood lovers.
2019 Norton Sound crab fishery gets disaster status
The 2019 Norton Sound red king crab fishery has been determined by Commerce Secretary Gina M. Raimondo to qualify for disaster status.
Travel industry honors Murkowski
A major travel-industry entity has honored Sen. Lisa Murkowski for her work in support their industry in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic that interrupted travel plans for millions of people.
Feedback sought on Great American Outdoors Act project proposals
U.S Forest Service officials for the Alaska Region are seeking comment through July 6 to guide the agency in prioritizing its next round of Great American Outdoors Act project proposals.
DeCaro will lead Peter Pan product development
Michael DeCaro has joined Peter Pan Seafood Co. LLC in Anchorage as vice president of retail sales and product development.
Obituary: Lori Roshau
Lori Ann Roshau passed away in May 2021.
Around Town: Photography workshop, Salmon Jam, sound tech training
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AMSEA course will train the trainers
An intensive “train the trainer” marine safety instructor course specific to commercial fishing will be offered by the Alaska Marine Safety Education Association in Sitka Sept. 20-25.
Protection sought for BC’s old-growth forests
A group of 100 prominent Canadians, including indigenous leaders Grand Chief Stewart Phillip and Chief Rande Cook, are calling for immediate protection of all remaining old-growth forests in British Columbia.
