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Brother of Sitka worker released by Israel after boat was intercepted on way to Gaza

by Hope McKenney | May 21, 2026 | Featured News, Syndicated

A seasonal Sitka worker is breathing easier today. Her brother has been released by the country of Israel after the humanitarian aid flotilla he was part of was intercepted by the military earlier this week. Read More

Sitka Assembly puts $3.2 million toward future infrastructure expenses

by Hope McKenney | Sep 25, 2025 | Local News, Syndicated

The Sitka Assembly transferred $3.2 million on Tuesday (9-23-25) to the city’s Public Infrastructure Sinking Fund — that’s money set aside for future infrastructure projects. Read More

Sitka Assembly holds off on alcohol license petition

by Hope McKenney | Aug 15, 2025 | Local News, Syndicated

Sitka restaurant owners looking to score beer and wine licenses will have to wait — at least for now. At its regular meeting on Tuesday (8-12-25), the Sitka Assembly delayed a vote on whether to petition the state for additional Restaurant and Eating Place Licenses, which allow restaurants to serve beer and wine. Read More

August 12, 2025: What’s on the agenda when the Sitka Assembly meets tonight?

by KCAW News | Aug 12, 2025 | Local News, Syndicated

Should more restaurants in Sitka serve beer and wine? Tonight (8-12-25), the Sitka Assembly will consider if it will petition the state alcohol board for six additional alcohol licenses. Read More

Sitka’s Chamber of Commerce to continue running visitor services despite not bidding for the contract

by Hope McKenney | Jul 11, 2025 | Local News, Syndicated

The Greater Sitka Chamber of Commerce will continue to operate Visit Sitka through the end of the calendar year while the city searches for a permanent replacement. Despite requesting proposals months ago, the city has not yet secured a long-term operator for its visitor services program. Read More