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Lura Jackson

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.

2015

Calais planning for full service marina

Boaters gifted with the experience of plying the waterways connected with Passamaquoddy Bay may soon have the opportunity of visiting a wholly upgraded waterfront -- one that was once the second-busiest lumber port in the state, just behind Bangor.

2015

School principal resigns in Calais

The Calais middle and high schools will soon be under new leadership due to the resignation of Principal Matt Clark, effective August 14. An administrator for the Calais schools for nine years, Clark has opted to take a position as assistant principal at Ellsworth High School.

2015

WCCC culinary student chosen to cook at Cannes

A culinary student at Washington County Community College (WCCC) is about to have a world-class experience, and the campus is abuzz with excitement at the opportunity.

2015

Hunger Games reveal wealth gap

It’s been said that the best way to understand someone is to walk a mile in their shoes.

2014

Calais decides not to submit bids for ambulance service

At its May 14 meeting, the Calais City Council debated the issue of whether or not to provide a bid to Alexander and Baileyville for ambulance service. Councillor Artie Mingo made the point that both towns were in the original plan that was submitted when the service began.

2014

Moholland to resign as superintendent

At the Calais School Committee's January 20 meeting, Superintendent Bob Moholland submitted a letter of resignation to the board, to be effective July 1.