2020
Crew describes life on board
Like the U.S. Navy ships over the Fourth of July, the dormant cruise ship Riviera has been drawing many people to Eastport since it arrived early in the morning on June 14.
Edward French
2020
Basketmaker’s life honored by many
A Passamaquoddy master basketmaker who was the matriarch of four generations of tribal basket-weavers is being remembered by her family, other tribal members and numerous arts organizations for her work to pass on the traditional craft to future generations.
2020
Dormant cruise ship Riviera scheduled to arrive on June 14
The 785-foot dormant cruise ship Riviera is scheduled to dock at the Eastport breakwater the evening of Sunday, June 14, or Monday morning for long-term berthing, perhaps through the summer.
2020
Vietnam veterans remember experiences, sacrifices during war
Because of the pandemic, Memorial Day observances are not being scheduled or are being scaled back this year, but the sacrifices of those who died in service to this country are still remembered and honored.
2020
SBA ordered to allow Calais hospital to apply for funds
A federal bankruptcy judge has issued a temporary restraining order so that Calais Regional Hospital (CRH) can apply for federal Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) funding to help prevent it from closing.
2020
Parting from loved ones now more trying
The coronavirus pandemic has made it more difficult to say farewell to loved ones as they die or to celebrate their lives after death.
2020
Dormant cruise ship Riviera might berth in Eastport for some time
The Riviera may be coming to Eastport! No, not the French Riviera, not the Italian Riviera, not even the North End Riviera -- the old tuna-packing plant in Eastport.