2019
Businesses, groups assist furloughed federal employees
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2019
Area nursing homes now deal more with mental health issues
Geriatric mental health issues are increasingly at the forefront of nursing home care as Maine grapples with the distinction of having the oldest population in the nation, with Washington County being one of a handful of counties with the oldest populations in the state.
2019
THE WOMEN
THE WOMEN’S MARCH in Eastport drew over 65 people on a chilly winter’s day. The sister march held in solidarity with marches around the world drew attention to a number of human rights issues. The Women’s March, held for the past three years, seeks to dismantle systems
2019
TWO CROWS
TWO CROWS rest on an icy branch and eye the wintry landscape in Perry, following the January 20 storm that left all creatures, great and small, struggling with ice and a hard-packed crust throughout Washington and Charlotte counties. (Don Dunbar photo)
2019
Little Ridge man charged with killing woman in St. Stephen
Irving John Hastey, 55, of Little Ridge returns to Saint John Provincial Court on January 14 charged with second-degree murder and breaching an undertaking. The RCMP brought him to court in custody on December 27, charged with the death of Crystal Ann Tracey...
2019
Last gas station on Deer Island closes
Welch's Store in Fairhaven, a long-time island business and Deer Island's only gasoline retailer, closed its doors just before Christmas, leaving residents concerned about fuel availability on the island.
2019
Fuel funds seeking donations
During these winter months, the cost of heating homes weighs heavily on the minds of many Maine residents. This is another year during which there is a significant demand for assistance.