2017
SPRING HAS SPRUNG
SPRING HAS SPRUNG! Jumping for joy, it’s a brand new world for lambs exploring their pasture. (Chessie Crowe photo)
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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.
2017
Deer Island port of entry being closed
Area businesses and other interests are starting a campaign to convince the Canadian government not to permanently close its port of entry on Deer Island, which provided customs clearance for the ferry service from Eastport to Deer Island Point.