2025
FERRYING THROUGH THE FOG
FERRYING THROUGH THE FOG. The Deer Island-Campobello ferry, operated by East Coast Ferries, began its 2025 season earlier than usual this year, starting on May 1. (Sue Moore photo)
The Quoddy Tides Staff
2022
Federal, state election races are heating up
Washington County voters, like voters throughout the state and country, will be choosing among candidates for state and federal offices in the Tuesday, November 8, election that could shape the direction that Maine and the United States take on numerous issues, from the economy and climate...
2022
Bridge replacements for causeways eyed; MDOT opts for Machias bridge
The Maine Department of Transportation (MDOT) has identified a bridge span as the preferred alternative to replace the existing four box culverts on the Machias dike bridge, which carries Route 1 over the Middle River in the Town of Machias.
2022
Primary candidates state their positions on issues
While there may be few contested races in the June 14 primary election in Washington County, voters will have to study up on the new electoral districts for the Maine House of Representatives, as they have changed following the redistricting that was approved last year.
2020
Voters face choices in upcoming election
Voting is expected to be heavy in what many consider to be one of the most consequential presidential elections in recent U.S. history on Tuesday, November 3. Along with the presidential race, Maine voters will be electing a U.S.
2018
State, county races heat up
In the Tuesday, November 6, general election, Maine voters will be electing a new governor to succeed Republican Paul LePage, whose eight years in office have been marked by controversy, including his decision to close the Downeast Correctional Facility in Washington County.
2018
Armed robber flees from store on bicycle
A bicycle-riding armed robber from Charlotte being pursued by police from three agencies did not make it very far on the dark, icy road back home after holding up the Dollar General store in Pembroke...