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J.D. Rule

2021

Plaque dedicated to Lubec children lost on lake

It was the kind of event that students daydream about while they watch the drifts pile up outside the schoolhouse windows an end of the year celebration, a school picnic alongside one of the area's many beautiful lakes.

2021

Offensive political signs raise concerns

The recent appearance in Lubec of politically motivated signs featuring unprintable offensive language has people scratching their heads.

2021

Lubec board awards bid for Quoddy Dolphin

The Lubec Select Board awarded the sale of the sprawling but decaying Quoddy Dolphin building, which has been seized for back taxes, to Derek Lyons for $35,000, during a special meeting on March 24.

2021

Concerns aired about proposed whale rules

It has often been said that you cannot please everyone; the National Oceanographic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) may find itself in the position of not being able to please anyone.

2021

Businesses survive pandemic’s challenges: PPP and local support credited

Sidewalk markets, masks, pickup windows, home delivery, more masks, remote learning, essential workers, social distance, Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) and "buy local" becoming a rallying mantra; these are just some of the words the year 2020 will leave behind.

2020

Lubec board approves school budget’s sixth draft

In an emergency meeting held July 15, the Lubec school board approved the same draft 2020 2021 Lubec school budget that failed approval during the regularly scheduled meeting held a week earlier on July 9.

2020

Supervisor to be assigned on Campobello

The rural community of Campobello will be placed under the administration of New Brunswick authorities because of the local government's loss of membership on the elected council.