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Edward French

2007

New Rockweed harvest plan sparks debate

The beginning of a rockweed harvest in Cobscook Bay this month is again raising concerns among some fishermen, conservationists and landowners around the bay about the impacts on habitat for other species from the cutting of the seaweed resource.

2007

Man arrested while seeking signatures for impeachment

A 78-year-old Cherryfield man was arrested in Machias for obstructing a public way while he was collecting signatures on a petition calling for the impeachment of President George Bush and Vice President Dick Cheney.

2007

Native ceremonies help curb substance abuse

An effort to fight substance abuse through the use of Native ceremonies is being undertaken by the Wabanaki Nation Foundation, a nonprofit cultural preservation and healing entity.

2007

Tribe to face costly battle on racino issue

The expected veto of the tribal racino bill by Governor John Baldacci, and the sustaining of the veto by the House of Representatives, will result in a long and costly campaign until the referendum vote in November, according to proponents of the Passamaquoddy Tribe's proposal for a commercial...

2007

School budget plan in Eastport seeks 3% local share hike

With a drop in state subsidy of nearly $65,000 for the Eastport school system, Superintendent Arthur Wittine has proposed a draft budget that requests a 3% increase in local tax funding and eliminates the art program at Shead High School.

2007

Economic plan draws varied local response

Five Washington County business people responded to a recent report and action plan on Maine's economy, which argues for cutting government spending while investing in an innovation-based economy, by stating that they are not waiting for the state or "a white knight" to come in and help.

2007

Province plans new Deer Island ferry; bridge not on table

The provincial government's decision to replace one of the Deer Island ferries, the John E. Rigby, with a new vessel by 2010 is stirring up calls from islanders for a fixed link to the mainland instead of a ferry service.