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Edward French

2009

High lobster catch nets better price as risks are foreseen

Good catches, fair seas and a better price have greeted New Brunswick lobster fishermen during the first two weeks of their season. However, prices are still down significantly from two years ago, and fishermen know that catches cannot continue increasing every year.

2009

Wood pellet firms eye port facility with bond package

Two wood pellet producers, one locally based and one from outside the region, recently contacted the port of Eastport to indicate their interest in shipping through the port, following the passage of the transportation bond issue in the November 3 statewide election that will provide $4.

2009

Water district seeks 18.6% rate increase

The Passamaquoddy Water District (PWD) is again filing for a rate increase with the Maine Public Utilities Commission (PUC). The water district is seeking an 18.6% hike for all customer classes, which would amount to a $138,899 increase in revenues.

2009

Sonar assists divers’ continued search for lost dragger’s crew

The search for two fishermen who have been missing since a sea urchin dragger sank on October 20 in Cobscook Bay has so far not yielded any results, but efforts will be continuing. With the October 20 sinking of the Bottom Basher, a 34-foot dragger out of Lubec, three lives were lost.

2009

Farmers form new company to market Maine organic milk

The ups and downs of dairy farming are back on the upswing, and three Washington County farmers are hopeful that a new venture focused on local production, a buy local campaign and ownership by the farmers, who will benefit from any profits, will help ensure a sustainable future for their farms.

2009

Lane reduces noise at new asphalt plant

Noise generated by a new asphalt plant in the pastoral surroundings of rural Charlotte is upsetting at least one nearby camp owner, who believes the sound may be disturbing nesting birds and the peace and quiet of the local cemetery.

2009

Testing sites outlined for offshore wind

Two sites along the Washington County coastline are among the seven areas being considered to test new offshore wind technologies in Maine.