2017
Region’s musicians to be featured in new exhibit
Since the 1920s when American youth embraced jazz music and its associated culture, social revolution has been mirrored time and time again by a revolution in the music industry.
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2017
Millennium boat molds to go to public auction
A settlement agreement has been reached by Millennium Marine USA and the Washington County government that has as a part of its terms the public auction of four boat molds that were used by the former Eastport-based company.
2017
City wrestles with irresponsible bow hunters during deer season
Just when the Eastport Deer Committee thought it was almost done for the year it found itself agreeing to take on more work. With the regular archery season that started on September 28 came some bad actors, usually younger and without the best of hunting skills.
2017
Tribal fishing rights being disputed again
The dispute over tribal fishing rights in the Canadian waters of Passamaquoddy Bay has surfaced again, as five fishermen from Sipayik recently were summonsed by Canadian fisheries officers for fishing without a license.
2017
Periwinklers save boy stranded by tide
One Grand Manan family had extra reason to celebrate Thanksgiving weekend, thanks to the quick action of some periwinkle pickers early on the morning of October 8.
2017
Medicaid expansion and casino top November ballot questions
Maine voters will face on the November 7 ballot four referendum questions, including citizen's initiatives for Medicaid expansion and a southern Maine casino.
2017
Eastport police chief terminated from position
Eastport Police Chief Dale Earle was terminated from his position on October 20, just 10 days after returning to work following his being on medical leave for two and a half months.