The illegal introduction of invasive largemouth bass into the St. Croix River watershed last year has prompted the state to change its fishing regulations to try to limit its growth in population and the spread of the fish into nearby lakes and rivers.

Wabanaki supporters of a movement for indigenous rights and environmental justice that began in Canada took advantage of the New Year's Eve celebration in Bank Square, Eastport, to help spread the message of the Idle No More protests against controversial actions by the Harper government.