St. George applies for marine sanctuary

The city of St. George, home to 100 people, has asked the federal government to create a marine sanctuary around their island in the Bering Sea. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration officially received the application today.
Mayor Pat Pletnikoff said in a recent interview the city is appealing to the government for help to preserve the rich ecosystem around their island. He says they also want more research on the seal and bird populations they rely on for subsistence.
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