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Lora Whelan

2018

Legality of closure challenged

The state's attorney general, the Washington County commissioners and the county's legislators are challenging in court the unilateral decision by Governor LePage and the Department of Corrections (DOC) to close the Downeast Correctional Facility (DCF) without warning on the morning of February 9.

2018

Supporters of prison testify during hearing

The fight to keep the Downeast Correctional Facility (DCF) prison operating will be a long road, says Rep. Will Tuell of East Machias. He, Senator Joyce Maker of Calais, Rep. Robert Alley of Beals, Rep.

2018

DOC restructuring proposal considers closing county jail

The just released proposal by the Maine Department of Corrections (DOC) to restructure the state's county jail system did not come out of the blue, but nonetheless Washington County Commission Chair Chris Gardner says that he's surprised they "took this route."

2018

Four more deputies sought to combat drug-related crime

Washington County is seeing a game-changing shift in drug-related crimes that are being driven by a change in drug dealer make-up.

2018

Assistance programs see significant need

During these winter months, the cost of heating homes weighs heavily on the minds of many Maine residents. This is another year during which there is a significant demand for assistance.

2018

County looking for game plan to fight drug-related crimes

The Washington County Sheriff's Office along with other law enforcement agencies has been asked by the county commissioners to create a "game plan" for effectively combating the escalating climate of drug-related crimes. Despite being rescheduled because...

2017

DIY Network to feature Lubec home and Edmunds contractor

Way Downeast has a new star to add to its cap of roles in reality television. The DIY Network is featuring an off-grid home in Lubec as part of its series about homeowners rolling up their sleeves and learning skills large and small.