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Susan Esposito

2007

Viewers surprised by streaks of light in Downeast skies

The arrival of an annual meteor shower known as the Geminid surprised a lot of people in Maine and New Brunswick on Monday, December 10, when they saw streaks of bright light appearing to disappear into the sea near Point Lepreau.

2007

Scallop fishery limited entry bill submitted

Scallop fishermen like Jeff Sullivan could still have their fishing boats but be unable to make any money with them if legislation proposed by the Maine Department of Marine Resources (DMR) is enacted.

2007

New Calais call center set to employ 200

A Canadian company is opening a call center in the former Wareknitters building in Calais. Acrobat Research, which collects market research data, plans to hire over 200 employees and begin operations there in January.

2007

Veterans recall sacrifices during World War II

Called Veterans Day in the U.S. and Remembrance Day in Canada, November 11 provides the opportunity to reflect on the deeds of those who served in the two nations' armed services, as well as to thank them for their sacrifices.

2007

Eastport ponders options to control island's deer herd

Thinning the large herd of deer in Eastport without compromising public safety has been a hot-button topic on Moose Island this autumn. Eastport Police Chief Matt Vinson says his department has not made any arrests for illegal bow hunting...

2007

Wild Pirates, farmed salmon overrun city

The weather was cooperative and the crowds were large at the 21st annual Maine Salmon Festival in Eastport on Saturday and Sunday, September 8 and 9.

2007

Community facility on island funded

The community of Grand Manan will proceed with plans for a multi purpose complex to house recreational, cultural and social events year round, thanks to an investment from the Government of Canada and the Province of New Brunswick.