Author: Leila Kheiry

Pool to open Monday

The Ketchikan Gateway Borough Parks and Recreation department announced Friday that the new pool will open Monday. The first swimming opportunity will be 5 a.m. Monday, when the pool opens for lap swims.

KPD: Two drug busts

The Ketchikan Police Department announced two drug arrests on Wednesday, netting about an ounce of methamphetamine and about seven grams of heroin.

CZM debate arrives

Pros and cons of the Coastal Zone Management ballot initiative were offered Wednesday at the Greater Ketchikan Chamber of Commerce luncheon.

SEAPA hires new CEO

The Southeast Alaska Power Agency announced Tuesday that the board has hired Trey Acteson as the new CEO. He’ll replace Dave Carlson, who is retiring.

Assembly hears concerns about animal abuse

Animal rights advocates made their concerns known to the Ketchikan Gateway Borough Assembly on Monday, with speakers offering complaints about the borough’s animal control program. The issue wasn’t on the Borough Assembly meeting agenda, but public comment and Assembly discussion lasted about two hours.