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Susan Esposito

2013

Two women drown after car goes into water at boat ramp

The bodies of two women were found in their car in waters off Roque Bluffs on Tuesday, July 23, after being the objects of two searches that day. Amy Stiner, 37, of Machias and Melissa Moyer, 38, of Sunbury, Pa.

2013

Towns to dazzle for Fourth celebrations

Another fun-filled Old Home Week is planned in the City of Eastport from Friday, June 29, through Saturday, July 6. "The 4th of July Committee has put together a great program of events for 2013, and we're really excited to kick things off with the arrival of

2013

Navy not sending ship for Fourth of July

The U.S. Navy will not be sending a vessel to Eastport this year during Old Home Week. Captain J.E. Campbell, director of public affairs and outreach, gave U.S. Senator Susan Collins the news in mid-April.

2013

Veterans tell about struggles during Vietnam, life back home

The upcoming Memorial Day observances create an opportunity for citizens to reflect on the sacrifices made by U.S. service personnel. After decades of silence, some veterans of the Vietnam War are just now talking about their experiences.

2013

Accident causes Eastport blackout

A truck being driven by a Perry man who had too much to drink struck a pole in the early morning hours of Saturday, February 23, and caused the lights to go off in most of Eastport until lunchtime.

2013

Local woman helps youth go to college

A Maine Department of Labor employee from Dennysville who has been assisting young men and women under the Workforce Investment Act Youth Program in Machias says she has the best job in the world.

2013

Literacy through diploma program inspires graduate

A recent graduate of a GED program in Washington County doesn't think she's an inspiration to others, but her GED instructor, Tessa Ftorek, disagrees. Ftorek has been working at Washington County Community College for the last 15 years to help others earn their GED.