Al and Lori Giddings hold palm fronds at the blessing of the fleet. The event, was held Monday, May 25, 2026 at the Haines Harbor. (Will Steinfeld/Chilkat Valley News) The Haines Ministerial Association held the blessing of the fleet Monday, an annual remembrance of community members lost at sea and a prayer for safety in this year’s season. A still afternoon at the Haines Harbor, the ceremony included a reading of names of those lost. The bell…
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