2018
Campobello council sends plea seeking ferry issue resolution
Discussions regarding the ongoing absence of a ferry link to the mainland continue before the Campobello council, including during the August 27 meeting.
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2018
A HUMPBACK WHALE
A HUMPBACK WHALE breaches near South Wolf Island on August 9, to the delight of whale-watchers. (Joe White photo)
2018
EN GARDE FOR THE END OF SUMMER
EN GARDE FOR THE END OF SUMMER! After being trained in sword fighting, these children march through town to battle with pirates at Bank Square during the Eastport Pirate Festival. (Don Dunbar photo)
2018
Salmon and seafood to be savored
For over 30 years, the end of summer in Eastport has been celebrated with a festival paying homage to the Atlantic salmon and other delicious seafood found in local waters.
2018
Robbinston revises tuition payment policy
A change in policy by the Robbinston School Committee to limit tuition payments for students who attend schools other than the Calais schools has upset some parents in the town. However, the Calais superintendent says the action was taken by the Robbinston board simply to save money.
2018
Pirates and scallywags to invade
The easternmost city in the U.S. will once again host the largest pirate festival in northern New England and the Canadian Maritimes. The festivities for the 13th annual Eastport Pirate Festival will be held from Friday, September 7, through Sunday, September 9.
2018
Marine seeks advocates to prevent suicides
A veteran who served in the Marine Corps in Kosovo and nearly took his own life after suffering a psychotic break last year is urging that the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) needs to have advocates for veterans to help prevent suicides.