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.
ASLC launches ‘Small Fry School’ on YouTube
A new free marine program online on YouTube is offering ocean themed topics for preschool and kindergarten-aged children through mid-May, livestreamed from the Alaska SeaLife Center in Seward.
AKPIRG seeks investigation into Stevens’ shift to ConocoPhillips
Former legislator Ben Stevens’ move from chief of staff to Gov. Mike Dunleavy to an executive post with ConocoPhillips Alaska has the Alaska Public Interest Research Group seeking an investigation into the matter.
Bill would fund tribal sewer, clean water projects
New legislation introduced in the U.S. House would allocate $2.6 billion to the Indian Health Service Sanitation Facilities Construction Program, to improve multiple critical sanitation projects in Indian Country.
Virtual forum on federal oil and gas program set for March 25
Interior Department officials have announced a March 25 virtual public forum regarding the federal oil and gas program, with an option to submit written comments for the federal agency’s review.
Law & Order: Feb. 26-March 11
The following incidents were reported to the Cordova Police Department between Feb. 26-March 11. Any charges reported in these press releases are merely accusations and the defendant and/or defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
Schedule revised after ferry technical issues
Alaska Marine Highway System ferry schedules were updated again on Tuesday, March 16, as state transportation officials announced a mechanical issue prompting cancellation of the Matanuska’s southbound trip to Bellingham, Washington.
Job availability slides as pandemic continues
New data from the Alaska Department of Labor and Workforce Development shows that the novel coronavirus pandemic continues to impact the economy, with January employment down 7.4% over a year ago.
Petition seeks block on offshore oil leasing
A coalition of conservation and Native American groups is urging the Interior Department to block offshore oil and gas development for five years to protect against loss of biodiversity and threats to coastal communities in the midst of climate change.
Fishing industry rep seat opening at NPRB
Nominations will be accepted by the North Pacific Research Board to fill the fishing industry seat that becomes available for a three-year term starting June 1.
3 projects planned for Chugach National Forest
U.S. Forest Service officials have announced three Cordova district recreation site improvement projects for the upcoming season, to be funded through an investment of $12.5 million for Great American Outdoors Act projects.
