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Lura Jackson

2016

Emotions run high as tenants seek new relocation

The elderly and handicapped residents of the St. Croix Apartments in Calais are undergoing a difficult relocation process as a result of the building losing its subsidized housing contract with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) on March 1.

2016

Former addicts tell about their lives at forum

"I was 22. The girl I'd been with for seven years -- we were engaged -- died as a direct result of a drug overdose. I had two of my best friends die within a year. Then it got worse," Chris Wood says.

2016

Climate change affects St. Croix site

As it celebrates its first 100 years of operation, the National Park Service (NPS) is making a concerted effort to address the impact of climate change on the areas under its care. In Maine, the NPS maintains two parks, Acadia National Park and St.

2016

Residents of Calais apartments in turmoil as closure imminent

The approximately 30 residents of one of the largest subsidized housing complexes in Calais are in turmoil as a result of the cancellation of the St. Croix Apartment's Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) contract.

2016

Rockweed lawsuit escalates debate over intertidal ownership

Multiple alleged incidents of illegal rockweed harvesting have provided the catalyst for the filing of a civil lawsuit against Acadian Seaplants.

2015

Calais considering project to expand fiber optic network

With an infrastructure of dark fiber Internet cable now running through part of Calais, the city is considering the option of facilitating its expansion to provide homes and businesses with fiber optic speeds.

2015

Devil's Head park lands face uncertain future

About six miles south of Calais proper, a granite peak projects 340' into the air, giving its visitors an unparalleled view of the St. Croix River as it winds its way inland from Passamaquoddy Bay.