News From Saint Paul
New and useful scientific developments regarding Covid-19
The City is currently experiencing a number of employees out sick with Covid-19. Recent studies and research are providing new information on Covid-19. This article provides updates from epidemiologists on
City Proposes New Taxes in 2024 Due To $0 Tax Revenue From Crab
With the loss of associated taxes from crab processing, the revenue streams flowing into Saint Paul Island have been severely impacted by the closure of the crab fisheries for both
City of Saint Paul To Host “Island X” Film Screening, Surfing and Filmmaking for Youth Workshops
Island X Film Screening – Saturday, October 28 at 5:30 p.m. at the City Rec Hall: Ben Weiland is an award-winning photographer and filmmaker specializing in documentary, adventure, and commercial
ADF&D Opens Season for Bristol Bay Red King and Tanner Crab, No Snow Crab for 3rd Year in a Row
On Friday, October 6, the Alaska Department of Fish and Game announced a season opener of October 15 for two of the three iconic crab species in the Bering Sea:
Participants Needed for Child Care Focus Group
Saint Paul Island families with young children are being recruited to participate in a Child Care Focus Group sponsored by Agnew::Beck Consulting. Paid compensation will be provided. More information on
Saint Paul’s Future: A Community Discussion
Join the Community Conversation about Saint Paul’s future. Learn what has been done so far on the update to the St. Paul Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS). Hear from community
Ravn Airlines selected as Essential Air Service carrier to Saint Paul Island for another two-year contract
The U.S. Department of Transportation has selected Ravn Alaska to provide Essential Air Service at St. Paul Island, Alaska, for the two-year term from October 1, 2023, through September 30,
2023 Pribilof Islands Wildlife Protection Guidelines for Oil Spill Response Now Available
The 2023 Pribilof Islands Wildlife Protection Guidelines for Oil Spill Response provides spill responders the tools and background information needed to address wildlife concerns during a spill response in the
Saint Paul Harbor Maintenance Draft Environmental Assessment and Finding of No Significant Impact
The Alaska District has prepared a draft Environmental Assessment (EA) and draft Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) for the maintenance dredging, energy dissipation reef repair, and scour hole repairs
UPDATED 2022 Saint Paul Water Report
The City of Saint Paul has updated its 2022 Water Report since it was mailed out to consumers in June 2023. New information has been added under the heading ‘Detected
Wanted: Community members for Transportation Safety Action Taskforce
The City of Saint Paul is looking for four community members to be part of a Transportation Safety Action Taskforce. The City of Saint Paul has received funding from the
St. Paul Island transitions to Village Public Safety Officers
After nearly two years without a stable police force, the remote Pribilof Island community of St. Paul is welcoming new Village Public Safety Officers. St. Paul will ultimately have two
Saint Paul Island’s dependence upon snow crab, and their disappearance, highlighted in news article.
On July 5, 2023, Saint Paul Island was highlighted in a story on the disappearance of billions of snow crab and the people of Saint Paul’s dependence upon them for
Saint Paul Island and the Crab Fishery Spotlight of Yale Publication
On June 8, 2023, Saint Paul Island was the spotlight of a story in the Yale School of the Environment’s online magazine. The in-depth story written by Andrew Lewis describes
Researchers Study Saint Paul Gray-crowned Rosy-Finches
US and Canadian researchers are studying the ecology and behavior of the Gray-crowned Rosy-Finches that make Saint Paul Island their home. They’ve also been trying to identify how many finches
Current Status of the City’s Department of Public Safety
The City has hired a Community Service Officer and is transitioning to Village Public Safety Officers rather than police officers. The City has also hired a full time EMT due
Environmental Assessment and Preliminary Finding of No Significant Impact
City of Saint Paul Aalax Solid Waste Facility Project June 1, 2023 – Environmental Assessment City of Saint Paul Aalax Solid Waste Facility Project and Preliminary Finding of No Significant
Community Open House to share ideas about St. Paul’s Future
Join us April 19 from 6-8 pm at the Recreation Hall to learn about the St. Paul Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy, why it is important, and share your ideas about
Funding Emergency Medical Services (EMS) update
On February 23, 2023, the Central Bering Sea Fishermen’s Association (CBSFA) Board of Directors approved a contribution of $50,111 to fund a portion of the emergency medical services costs for
Tuberculosis Screening Saint Paul Island
Public Health Nurses will be available to provide FREE TB Screenings and testing for the St. Paul community! St. Paul School February 14th 9am-12pm St. Paul Senior Center February 14th
KUCB writes about the Saint Paul’s emergency medical services in jeopardy
Yesterday, KUCB published the following story on how the Bering Sea crab crash puts Saint Paul Island’s emergency medical services in jeopardy. https://www.kucb.org/health/2023-01-18/bering-sea-crab-crash-puts-pribilof-islands-emergency-medical-services-in-jeopardy