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Coastal Alaskans see commercial fishing limits as a ‘crisis.’ Lawmakers don’t.
Legislature adjourned without addressing expanding access to commercial fishing careers.
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US Coast Guard Cutter Munro stops in Juneau as it begins its patrol
Crew conducts community outreach and details its mission in Alaska.
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Bill would change the makeup of the Alaska Board of Fisheries
Would require commercial, sport and subsistence members, along with one representing scientists.
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Alaska fisheries observers experience harassment at much higher than reported rates, study says
Researchers estimate 22% to 38% of observers experience victimization each year.
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Dozens of Board of Fisheries proposals affecting Southeast Alaska reviewed by Upper Lynn Canal AC
159 proposals for meeting between Jan. 28 and Feb. 9 involve hatcheries, crabs, rockfish and more.
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My Turn: Charting a course toward seafood independence for Alaska’s vulnerable food systems
As a commercial fisherman based in Sitka and the executive director of the Alaska Longline Fishermen’s Association (ALFA),…
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Federal judge sides with Biden administration, rejects Alaska bids to expand Kuskokwim fishing
Rejects Dunleavy effort to expand salmon fishing opportunities beyond federal government limits.
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Alaska Legislature boosts allowable payments from fund that covers fishers’ crew medical costs
Maximum payouts from a fund that covers medical costs of injured seafood harvesters would be boosted under a…
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Alaska fishers, consumers likely to see higher seafood prices due to expanded Russian products ban
Political and industrial leaders praise Biden’s order, citing abusive practices by Russia and China.
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Biden administration could wade into lawsuit over Southeast Alaska tribal fishing rights
The Biden administration could jump into a high-profile lawsuit involving a Southeast Alaska Native community that’s fighting with…
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Dispute about salmon and whales between Alaska and Washington again before federal regulators
NMFS seeks input for environmental impact statement in wake of court rulings.
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Challenges spawning rapidly in salmon lawsuit
Juneau Assembly and Alaska House join opposition to Washington case that could halt SE fisheries
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Could trawler cams help save world’s dwindling fish stocks?
Deman has exploded from the Gulf of Alaska to the Straits of Florida.
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Coast Guard announces penalties against fishing vessels
The annual patrol to monitor illegal fishing is set to begin soon.
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Making waves: Juneau teen wins statewide award for ocean stewardship
Her involvement with the ocean ranges across all aspects of her life.
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Coast Guard, partner nations ID numerous fisheries violations
Ships found operating in concert with more than 450 shark fins aboard, according to Coast Guard.
