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2019

Cobscook Shores' tax exemption plan creating concerns

Cobscook Shores LLC has announced its intention to file for tax exemptions and reductions where allowable on Lubec properties owned by the Butler Conservation Fund, the philanthropic organization founded by Gilbert Butler.

2019

PERFORMING “PROUD MARY” at the Grand Manan Bandstand show held on April 12 is Mrs. Jones’ Kindergarten class. (Arlene Benham photo)

PERFORMING

PERFORMING “PROUD MARY” at the Grand Manan Bandstand show held on April 12 is Mrs. Jones’ Kindergarten class. (Arlene Benham photo)

2019

RUNNING INTO SPRING! Undeterred by the foggy wet weather was a crowd of youngsters participating in Grand Manan’s annual Easter egg hunt at Anchorage Park on April 19. Eggs were scattered ac

RUNNING INTO SPRING

RUNNING INTO SPRING! Undeterred by the foggy wet weather was a crowd of youngsters participating in Grand Manan’s annual Easter egg hunt at Anchorage Park on April 19. Eggs were scattered across the playground, and one “golden egg” contained a grand prize of a scenic flight with Atlantic Charters.

2019

Water project put in jeopardy

The planned construction of a water pipeline to run from the Downeast Correctional Facility (DCF) to homes in the Bucks Harbor region of Machiasport appears to be in jeopardy.

2019

Trip offers a new perspective

People of all ages find themselves called to become active participants in their faith, adopting its teachings as part of their personal understanding of the world. Woodland High School senior Luke McDonald, fresh from a trip to the streets of Philadelphia with a local church, is one such person...

2019

Downeast prison’s fate still being debated

The question of whether the shuttered Downeast Correctional Facility (DCF) in Bucks Harbor will be reopened or a new pre-release center will be established in the Machias area is in legislative limbo...

2019

Looking at addiction in different ways

For the Wabanaki peoples and their supporters, a clear message has emerged in recent years: The best way to combat the many challenges facing Native communities, including drug and alcohol abuse, is through a firm connection with their rich culture.