Letters to the Editor

Nikiski students, staff appreciate support

Thank you to all the local businesses and organizations that have so generously given scholarships and awards to students of Nikiski High School. We appreciate… Continue reading

  • May 27, 2015
  • By Nikiski High School Counseling Staff

Working together for healthy watersheds

On behalf of the Kenai Watershed Forum I would like to extend our sincere gratitude to the following organizations for providing their support for our… Continue reading

  • May 28, 2015
  • By Branden Bornemann

Great day for a bike rodeo

It was warm and sunny today for bike rodeo! Amazing community support of the Bike Rodeo makes it memorable, and educational for the students. The… Continue reading

  • May 28, 2015
  • By Mary Lou Klauder

Borough resident disappointed with Soldotna council

Last week, myself and over 100 people attended the Soldotna City meeting where an ordinance to appropriate $150,000 to fund pursuing annexation was open to… Continue reading

  • May 26, 2015
  • By Brian Olson

Citizens should take on community policing

Rumor has it, the voters in Nikiski will be voting for establishment of our own local police department. It is believed, the development of the… Continue reading

  • May 27, 2015
  • By Ray Southwell

Community supports Meals on Wheels

Kenai Senior Center’s Meals on Wheels Fundraiser in support of their home meals program so “No Senior Goes Hungry” was held on March 20, 2015… Continue reading

  • May 27, 2015
  • By Velda Geller

Changes to setnets would reduce king catch

In 2012 the Ninilchik-to-Boulder Point setnet fishery was closed for much of the season to conserve king salmon. 2013 and 2014 saw more of the… Continue reading

  • May 25, 2015
  • By Brent Johnson

Setnet initiative inappropriate for fish regs

It has been a rough couple of years for Cook Inlet fishermen. The Kenai River guide industry has been dealt a crippling blow by the… Continue reading

  • Jul 31, 2014
  • By Peninsula Clarion Editorial

Partisan politics harmful to resolving current issues

Alaskans had a wonderful opportunity last November when they elected an independent for governor. Apparently the legislature didn’t get the memo that this is a… Continue reading

  • May 21, 2015
  • By Sammy Crawford

Governor needs to carefully consider next BOF appointment

Governor Walker is in a tough spot now regarding the whole Board of Fish debacle. But if he caves now to the demands of the… Continue reading

  • May 18, 2015
  • By Loren Flagg

Soldotna High School Nordic Ski Team grateful for support

Through a challenging winter ski season, our Soldotna High School Nordic Ski Team supporters continued to offer encouragement and help to our student athletes. Adverse… Continue reading

  • May 19, 2015
  • By Soldotna High School

State should make a financial statement to Washington

Come on Alaska, get a backbone. Once again the elected officials from the State of Washington are meddling in our affairs. Now the mayor of… Continue reading

  • May 14, 2015
  • By Len Malmquist

Business no longer able to accept Medicare

An open letter to Medicare patients from Freedom Physical Therapy & Sports Rehabilitation: To start, thanks for the trust and confidence you have invested in… Continue reading

  • May 15, 2015
  • By Todd Pollock

Community support for Mrs. Alaska appreciated

I wanted to take the opportunity to say thank you to some amazing sponsors who have donated to support me in the upcoming Mrs. Alaska-America… Continue reading

  • May 15, 2015
  • By Tesa Sturman

Many help with United Way Allocations Process

On behalf of the Kenai Peninsula United Way I would like to thank all those who helped with our Allocations Process. We were honored to… Continue reading

  • May 15, 2015
  • By Lisa J. Roberts

Moose now – what’s next?

Recently, three “men” perpetuated a senseless and despicable act on a young moose in Anchorage —jumping on it, kicking it and stabbing it to death… Continue reading

  • May 7, 2015
  • By Tom Baker

Support for Soldotna High School After Prom appreciated

Once again, our generous community has risen to great heights in support of our youth! It is with deep gratitude that we thank the following… Continue reading

  • May 8, 2015
  • By Parents of SoHi Juniors

PCHS grateful for health fair participation

On behalf of the board of directors, staff and volunteers at Peninsula Community Health Services of Alaska, we want to extend our appreciation and gratitude… Continue reading

  • May 8, 2015
  • By Monica Adams

Borough residents speak against Soldotna annexation

Dear Mayor Anderson and Soldotna City Council Members, We respectfully request that you vote no on appropriating any funds for exploring, researching and/or implementing any… Continue reading

  • May 5, 2015
  • By Brian Olson

Thanks from the Nikiski Senior Citizens, Inc.

The 20th Annual Thelma McConnell Scholarship Dinner and Auction was held on April 25th, and we would like to thank the following sponsors for their… Continue reading

  • May 6, 2015
  • By Sharon Fisher