Nurses graduate from new WCCC program
An effort several years in the making came to fruition on December 18 when nine students received their pins from Washington County Community College's (WCCC) first in‑house nursing program.
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New owners plan rebirth of Eastport’s American Can building
One of the most endangered historic buildings in Maine – the American Can Company plant in Eastport – has new owners, and they promise a rebirth of the massive waterfront structure. The 28,800‑square‑foot, three‑story brick building at 15 Sea Street...
Over 140 workers being laid off with Woodland mill’s pause in operations
More than 140 workers are being temporarily laid off in an unexpected 26-day shutdown of the Woodland Pulp mill because of low softwood pulp prices. In addition, wood deliveries to the mill are being paused for approximately a 60-day period that began on October 31.
SkyHope provides comfort to area medical patients
A mixture of philanthropy and cookies provides a lifesaving service for medically needy people in Washington County who require specialized healthcare. The philanthropy comes from an organization called SkyHope and the pilots who donate their aircraft, skills, time and fuel money...