2018
DCF offered ‘true corrections’
In a surprise pre-dawn prison takeover shortly after 4 a.m.
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2018
Calais council firm in opposition to county budget plan
The Washington County budget plan -- which would increase the budget by approximately $530,000 while adding four deputies -- was addressed with consternation by the Calais City Council at a meeting on February 8.
2018
LOOK, MA, NO HANDS
LOOK, MA, NO HANDS! Skating was among the outdoor activities enjoyed during the Winter Sports and Fun Day sponsored by Stronghearts at the Pottle Tree Farm in Perry on February 10. (Don Dunbar photo)
2018
FACING AN UNCERTAIN FUTURE
FACING AN UNCERTAIN FUTURE, Steven Pressley II of Whiting, who has worked for 13 years as a correctional officer at the Downeast Correctional Facility that was closed on February 9, is among the 39 staff being laid off. He speaks with pride about how the minimum-security prison has helped inmates
2018
Valentines share their love stories
Valentine's Day is a reminder of the importance of having someone to love and of having someone love you, and three Quoddy area couples reveal what has helped keep their marriages long and happy.
2018
Three islands rely on backup power after cable damage
For a couple of weeks, Grand Manan, Campobello and White Head islands were powered by the Grand Manan generating station after damage to the undersea cable occurred on January 17. The cable casing was breached, possibly by a scallop dragger.
2018
Supporters of prison testify during hearing
The fight to keep the Downeast Correctional Facility (DCF) prison operating will be a long road, says Rep. Will Tuell of East Machias. He, Senator Joyce Maker of Calais, Rep. Robert Alley of Beals, Rep.