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2017

Area squeezed for summer help

Washington County hospitality businesses that rely on seasonal employees from other countries that use the J-1 and/or H2B Visa program are finding that they are being squeezed hard this year. International students and employees aren't coming to the U.S.

2017

SPRING HAS SPRUNG

SPRING HAS SPRUNG! Jumping for joy, it’s a brand new world for lambs exploring their pasture. (Chessie Crowe photo)

2017

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2017

Prison embroiled in political tug-of-war

"I regret to advise you that Downeast Correctional Facility is scheduled for closure." With these words, letters notified 46 employees of the Downeast Correctional Facility (DCF) of the imminent closure of a facility highly regarded in the area community.

2017

Soldiers’ sacrifices remembered

Memorial Day offers the opportunity to honor the sacrifices of soldiers who gave their lives for their country, including two natives of Washington County who were killed during the Vietnam War.

2017

Prison embroiled in political tug-of-war

Six days after the sudden and unexpected news on May 19 from Governor Paul LePage and the Department of Corrections that the Downeast Correctional Facility (DCF) in Bucks Harbor would be closed on June 10, the legislature appears to be set on course to reassert its role in the budget

2017

Fewer births lead to decision to close CRH obstetrics unit

Calais Regional Hospital (CRH) will be closing its obstetrics department (OB) by the end of this year, which will leave only one hospital in Washington County equipped to deliver babies.