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Lura Jackson

2018

Calais council firm in opposition to county budget plan

The Washington County budget plan -- which would increase the budget by approximately $530,000 while adding four deputies -- was addressed with consternation by the Calais City Council at a meeting on February 8.

2017

Program to benefit CHS young women

Over the past 70 years the social landscape of America has shifted dramatically. The percentage of women involved in the workforce increased from approximately 30% to 50%, and the number of female national legislators rose from a virtually non-existent number in the 1950s to 19.3% of the members in

2017

Calais freshman creates new school website

The school system of Calais has a new digital presence as a result of a collaborative effort between faculty and a talented freshman. The new website, designed by student Shane DelMonaco, went live recently with a wealth of informative content.

2017

Drug crimes cited for county budget hike

The topic of the county tax increase produced significant consternation for Calais city councillors, many of whom voiced their concerns at a November 9 city council meeting.

2017

Region’s musicians to be featured in new exhibit

Since the 1920s when American youth embraced jazz music and its associated culture, social revolution has been mirrored time and time again by a revolution in the music industry.

2017

Calais council reluctant in assisting CRH

The Calais City Council has signed a letter requesting financial support for the Calais Regional Hospital, albeit with significant reservations and concerns voiced by multiple councillors.

2017

Partnerships may bring fiber optic service

Having a reliable, high-speed Internet network that offers residents the ability to stream content without constraint, utilize telemedicine, telecommute and teleconference is one of the foremost goals of Calais and Baileyville in the municipalities' ongoing effort to attract residents and...