September 11, 2026
Newsletter covering 2026-08-26 to 2026-09-11
NECK AND NECK
Front Page Stories
Closure of city's grocery store leaves many shoppers in limbo
The closing of the only grocery store in Eastport has raised alarms, as some in the city who are unable to access food now available only at stores miles away are seemingly left with few options in what has become a food desert.
By Paula Horvath | Read more
Tariffs creating difficulties for Woodland Pulp operations
Canada has removed counter‑tariffs from American lobster, to the relief of the industry in Maine and New Brunswick. However, life is getting more complicated for Woodland Pulp LLC, the largest single employer in Washington County with approximately 310 workers in Baileyville.
By Derwin Gowan | Read more
Ordinance banning data centers adopted by Eastport council
With no discussion, the Eastport City Council, at its September 9 regular meeting, unanimously adopted an ordinance to prohibit large‑scale data centers in the city. About 30 people were at the meeting, and Deborah Gillespie, a leading opponent ...
By Catherine J.S. Lee | Read more
Bassett elected as chief at Sipayik
The Passamaquoddy chief at Sipayik, Pos Bassett, narrowly retained his seat in a close vote in the tribal general election held on September 8. Bassett received 202 votes to challenger Gail Dana's 184, according to unofficial results.
By Edward French | Read more
Canadian communities speak out against Eastport data center
For the most part, Canadians in the Passamaquoddy region don't have too much to say about what goes on in Eastport. However, if activities threaten their livelihoods and lifestyles, they will speak out.
By Sebastian Teunissen | Read more
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