Methane is the second most important greenhouse gas after carbon dioxide. Unlike CO2 which lasts for millenniums in the atmosphere, methane begins to degrade after about 12 years. Until it disappears, it is 80 times more potent in warming the...

Erick Andrew Paul, born and raised in Sitka, passed away peacefully November 19 while surrounded by family. He was 72. More information is pending.

FRIDAY 7-11 a.m. “Coffee & Conversation” drop-in event focused on shaping Sitka’s Communications Plan, Backdoor Cafe 10 a.m. Bingocize, Swan Lake Senior Center 10:30 a.m. Lap Swim, Blatchley Pool Noon AA, St. Peter’s basement, call AA...

Sitka Tribe of Alaska will host open houses of STA facilities 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 26. All are invited to step inside and see what keeps STA’s operations moving. Attendees will meet the teams, explore the spaces, and get a...

Sitka Maritime Heritage Society and Sitka 4-H is holding a free toy boat-making activity for kids Saturday afternoon Dec. 13 at the Japonski Island Boathouse. Kits are limited. A kit and a time slot (between 1 and 4 p.m.) can be reserved at...

THURSDAY 6-8 a.m. MEHS Aquatic Center Pool Open  10:30 a.m. Preschool Story Time, Sitka Public Library 10:30 a.m. Lap Swim, Blatchley Pool 11-2 Salvation Army Little Store open Noon AA, St. Peter’s basement, AA hotline 907-747-8866 for...

The City and Borough of Sitka invites community members to stop by the Backdoor Café 7-11 a.m. Friday for a “Coffee & Conversation” drop-in event focused on shaping Sitka’s Communications Plan. Everyone can share their ideas on how the city...

The city will temporarily close Lincoln Street at the Lake Street intersection beginning at 7 a.m. on Thursday. Crews will be conducting roadway work. Motorists should use caution, expect delays, and follow posted signage when traveling near the...

Regular City Assembly meetings originally scheduled for Dec. 9 and 23 have been rescheduled due to Assembly/staff travel and the holidays. New meeting dates are Dec. 16 and 30. Those with questions may contact the Municipal Clerk’s Office at 907...

Thelma F. Carter, a longtime Sitka resident, died Tuesday afternoon at the Sitka Pioneers Home. She was 101. An obituary will be published later.

WEDNESDAY 6-8 a.m. MEHS Aquatic Center Pool Open  10 a.m. Tongass Tots Playgroup, See House 10:30 a.m. Lap Swim, Blatchley Pool 11-2 Salvation Army Little Store open Noon Health Needs and Human Services Commission, Harrigan Centennial...

All are invited to learn to sing four-part a capella harmony in the Sacred Harp (shape note) tradition 3-4:30 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 23, in the Pioneers Home chapel. Beginners and listeners are welcome. Singing is from the red Denson book, and loaner...

City crews will perform maintenance on a portion of the Seawalk on Wednesday. Work will be in a few small sections along the Lincoln Street portion of the Seawalk between the Crescent parking lot and the Crescent Harbor restrooms. Crews also will...

The Sitka School District Policy Committee will meet 5 p.m. Wednesday in the school district office boardroom. A link to a full list of policies to be reviewed may be found on the district website. No action will be taken at this open meeting.

Registration is open for a new Alaska master gardener course, which will be taught over Zoom.  Casey Matney and Darren Snyder, agriculture and horticulture agents with the University of Alaska Fairbanks Cooperative Extension Service, will...

Wednesday’s  Parks and Recreation historical walking tour has been canceled due to high winds forecast.

United Methodist Church of Sitka, 303 Kimsham Street, will host a family fun night 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 20. Chili and chips will be provided.  Others attending may take finger foods if they can. Board games will be available; however,...

The city is reminding harbor users to secure vessels and loose objects that could be susceptible to powerful winds forecast for Wednesday. ‘‘Take a moment to inspect the lines that tether your vessel to the dock,’’ the city said. ‘‘High gusts can...

SEARHC hosted an open house to unveil its newly renovated Long-Term Care space in Sitka last week, aiming to create a more welcoming environment for residents.  The space features brighter, more accessible, and community-centered...