2010
Half Moon Cove considered by competitors
Half Moon Cove in Cobscook Bay could be the focus of two competing Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) applications for tidal energy generation projects.
Lora Whelan
2010
NOAA to begin nautical survey project of bays
The last time nautical survey work was done for parts of Cobscook and Passamaquoddy bays was between 1834 and 1899. That is about to change due to the efforts of Senators Susan Collins and Olympia Snowe.
2010
Lubec voters to decide fate of high school
On Wednesday, June 23, Lubec residents will decide by referendum vote whether to close or keep open the Lubec High School. The referendum is required since the MSAD 19 board of directors voted 4-1 to close the high school at an April 4 meeting.
2010
Ken Burns’ company wraps up PBS film series at Campobello
The historic Roosevelt home and international park on Campobello Island bustled with a crew from Ken Burns' Florentine Films just days before the park was to open for the season on May 29.
2010
New tidal project proposed for site at Half Moon Cove
A new tidal project proposal for Half Moon Cove was brought to the public's attention at the May 10 Eastport City Council meeting. Ramez Atiya of Halcyon Marine Hydroelectric discussed his patented tidal wing technology to an audience of close to 40, including the councillors and city staff.
2010
County faces shortage of healthcare providers
Ginny Pond, a licensed clinical social worker, moved to Washington County in 2004 to practice.
2010
Eleven school boards eye AOS partnership to avoid penalties
Ten town and city school boards belonging to school unions 104 and 106 and MSAD 19 voted in favor of partnering to form an alternative organizational structure (AOS) at a meeting held in Eastport on April 8.