Margaret Bauman

Margaret Bauman
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Margaret Bauman is a veteran Alaska journalist focused on covering fisheries and environmental issues. Bauman has been writing for The Cordova Times since 2010. You can reach her at [email protected].

Proposed roadmap would strengthen seafood industry competitiveness

A new report from Seafood Harvesters of America identifies priorities to strengthen the competitiveness of the U.S. seafood industry.

Cordova, Wrangell will benefit from new Alaska Airlines freight service

Alaska Airlines has boosted its freight service, a move expected to benefit rural areas, including Cordova and Wrangell.
Snug in the harbor: The majority of Cordova’s gillnet fleet have put their boats away for the winter in the Cordova Boat Harbor, wrapping up the 2017 commercial salmon fishing season. Photo by Cinthia Gibbens-Stimson/The Cordova Times

Prince William Sound commercial salmon catch crawls to 1.4M fish

Pink harvests are also down most in Prince William Sound.

CDFU backs Democrat Kreiss-Tomkins for governor

CDFU is the third commercial fishing organization to endorse Kreiss-Tomkins.

Public comment sought for winter 2026/27 ferry schedule

State transportation officials are seeking public comment through July 22 on the draft schedule of regional sailings from Oct. 1, through April 30, 2027.

Memorial held in Seward for pregnant whale killed by Royal Caribbean ship

The whale, which was found on the ship's bow, was freshly dead and healthy.

Seward pilot rescues pair of harbor seals near Cordova

The harbor seal pups are being treated at the Alaska Sealife Center after the pilot volunteered to make two nearly 300-mile rescue journeys.

Copper River Nouveau to honor fisherman Bill Webber

Long time Cordova salmon harvester and processor Bill Webber is to be honored for his achievements in fisheries during the 27th annual Copper River Nouveau on June 12 at the Cordova Center.

Bulk fuel loan bill may help rural communities

The current price of a gallon of fuel at a gas station in Cordova is around $6.

Office of Seafood established by USDA

The office is to offer tailored assistance and resources to the American fisheries industry to increase seafood production, marketing and processing capacity.