The Haines Borough’s population grew by 10 people last year, and recently-released state statistics indicate the municipality also retained its title as the oldest town in Alaska.

Haines earned the oldest town distinction last year with a median age of 48. This year, it increased to 48.5, according to the Department of Labor and Workforce Development.

After losing 86 residents between July 2012 and July 2013, Haines bounced back slightly and gained back 10 residents…