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First US deep water port for the Arctic to host military, cruise ships

The port will accommodate larger cruise ships, and military vessels to counter the presence of Russian and Chinese ships in the Arctic.

6 months ago

This photo provided by the City of Nome shows the inner harbor of the Port of Nome, Alaska, on Aug. 11, 2017, where goods at that arrive at the port are then prepared for shipment to villages throughout the region.

The first US deep water port for the Arctic to host military

U.S. Sen. Dan Sullivan, an Alaska Republican, said the expanded port will become the centerpiece of U.S. strategic infrastructure in the Arctic.

6 months ago

Black boxes recovered from Alaska Army helicopter crash site

The two helicopters from the 1st Attack Battalion, 25th Aviation Regiment at Fort Wainwright collided on April 27, killing 3 soldiers.

By AP Staff

7 months ago

Air National Guard rescue flight highlights Alaska’s unique challenges

The Alaska Air National Guard traveled nearly 660 miles to rescue a pregnant woman on a small island two miles from Russia.

8 months ago

Alaska National Guard rescues two from remote region

Alaska National Guardsmen rescued two men suffering from severe frostbite in a remote area of the state.

By Jonathan Lehrfeld

10 months ago

Air Force jets intercept Russian aircraft near Alaska

The Russian activity in the North American ADIZ was not seen as provocative.

By Meghann Myers

10 months ago

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