The Haines Borough Public Library and Salvation Army both took a hit last week when someone broke into the buildings and stole several hundred dollars in cash.

The break-ins occurred late Wednesday night or early Thursday and involved prying open doors with a crowbar or similar device. Police believe the crimes are connected.

Library conservation assistant Rebecca Heaton, who discovered the break-in Jan. 15, said about $300 was missing from both the cash box and…