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RJ Heller

2021

Machias landmark may be turned into brewery, restaurant

‘We want to honor the history of this property while making good use of it as an economic engine for the region," says Kathryn Toppan, one half of the husband wife team that is looking to transform a historic landmark in Machias into a successful business.

2021

Island life recalled on 104th birthday

More than a century, 104 years, is a long time for just about anything. But when it comes wrapped in a Canadian smile from a person who can now claim she has lived through two pandemics and is Campobello's oldest resident, well, that person is just special.

2021

Sisters in business support each other

“When you support a small business you are supporting a dream,” sums up the attitudes of two Downeast sisters and business owners. The Bluebird Ranch Family Restaurant and Berry Vines in Machias are a few hundred steps away from one another...

2021

New blueberry heritage center slated to open

Wild blueberries are to Washington County like flowers are to bees. Take away the life sustaining nectar and there are no bees; take away the blueberries and much of an entire county would be impacted. Gone would be one of the engines to a fragile economy.

2021

Stories related of love found and never lost

Every February 14 Valentine's Day reminds everyone of how important it is to have someone to love and to be loved, not only for the present and future but for the memories that carry people through times of loss and renewal.

2021

Lives filled with generosity remembered; Veteran leaves legacy of service

One hundred and one years is a long time, especially in this digital age, where a year is still a year, but it seems to move by more quickly. Watching your parachute open as the B 17 bomber you sat in just seconds ago burst into flames must have felt like an eternity in slow motion.

2021

Businesses survive pandemic’s challenges: PPP and local support credited

Sidewalk markets, masks, pickup windows, home delivery, more masks, remote learning, essential workers, social distance, Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) and "buy local" becoming a rallying mantra; these are just some of the words the year 2020 will leave behind.