Articles from the February 10, 2011 edition
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More skier days, 3rd operator proposed; Plan would up skier days to 2,600, incorporate 'photographer days'
Resident Rob Goldberg said he stopped answering his phone following a proposal to more than double the Haines Borough’s heli-skiing skier-day...
Decision on food trailers looms
Three modified trailers serving food downtown are poised to gain permanent status under requests to Haines Borough officials to redefine them as...
Hess attorney targets Goodman's voter record
Arguments outlined by attorneys in a lawsuit filed in Superior Court against the Haines Borough and assembly member Greg Goodman have centered on the...
Old gym: Community or recreation center?
If the Haines Borough moves forward with upgrades to the old elementary gymnasium and adjoining classroom space, will the facility serve as a "co...
Law needed to keep pets from freezing?
During the most recent cold snap here in Haines, when temperatures sank below zero and winds rose above 60 miles per hour, I was very concerned about...
Miles was great ambassador for town
The first time I came to Haines almost 19 years ago, Dennis Miles was one of the nicest and funniest people I met. He was a great ambassador for...
Visitor treasures photo at Picture Point
We spent six months in Haines in 2007. While driving from the ferry terminal to town, my first stop was at Picture Point. The view was new and almost...
Waterfront owner will keep his land
In response to the letters regarding Picture Point, please bear in mind that the waterfront parcels between the boat harbor and Picture...
Concerned about cost of vet work
Concerning a recent letter thanking Delta Western for donating space for the local vet clinic, I agree the building is hardly being used and so I...
HARK grateful for Chamber grant
On behalf of the Haines Animal Rescue Kennel Board, staff and furry friends, I would like to extend a huge thank you to the Haines Chamber of...
Dessert auction nets more than $4,000
The Haines DDF team’s success in recent tournaments continues to be matched by community support at fundraisers to support the team’s...
Thanks to Auxiliary for sponsoring bee
A big thank you goes to the American Legion Auxiliary and Howsers IGA for sponsoring the Haines School spelling bee. Their generosity pays...
IRA council members should resign
I’ve read and re-read the actions of the IRA’s council members toward the former CIA administrator, who I believe was doing a good job....
Opinion
It’s vital for our community to have people willing to open businesses and a borough government that strives to help them, but assistance...
Youth hoops tourney in town
More than 20 youth basketball teams are expected at the annual Triple Threat Tournament this weekend at the Haines School. "We do this...
Arts Council to host 'showcase' Sunday
The Haines Arts Council will host its annual, winter Northern Light Showcase 7 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 13 at the Chilkat Center. Council president Tom...
Duly Noted
Sheldon Museum Director Jerrie Clarke is home in Haines following a decision to shut down this season’s research by the universities guiding an...
'Brown Bag Series' set from Feb. 18 to April
Want to know more about your community and the people who live here? The Chilkat Valley Historical Society and Sheldon Museum are again holding their...
KHNS priorities: News, Skagway ties
Kay Clements, new general manager of KHNS, said she’ll be looking to expand local news offerings, strengthen ties to Skagway and make...
Police hope to revive reserves
The Haines Borough Police Department is seeking applicants for the reactivation of its volunteer reserve police officer program. Reserve officers...
Ecuadoran dinner set for Saturday
A dinner and auction to support the Haines Venturer Scouts’ trip to Ecuador is planned for 5 p.m. Saturday at the American Legion. Ecuador is a...
Assembly OKs land sale talks
The Haines Borough Assembly voted 4-2 Tuesday to authorize manager Mark Earnest to negotiate with an upper valley church that wants to buy a two-acre...
HAL variance to be reheard
The Haines Borough Assembly voted 6-0 Tuesday to rehear a contested variance approved by the planning commission for a Haines Assisted Living...
Permit sought for boat tour
The Haines Borough Assembly on Tuesday postponed approval of a Chilkat Guides request to add a marine sightseeing tour to depart from Letnikof Cove,...
Picture Point price $450K
Owner Roger Beasley is asking $450,000 for three of his five acres at Picture Point, land that would include two scenic pullouts and a strip of land...
