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2024

WCCC aims to meet expanding demand for aquaculture work

In an effort to meet a projected increase in demand for aquaculture workers in the coming years, Washington County Community College (WCCC) has launched the first two year aquaculture degree in the state. The flexible program is designed to meet industry needs in farming finfish, shellfish and...

2024

Wreath-making company acquires former mill building in Eastport

The former Guilford mill building in Eastport has been sold to a company that is planning to use it for its wreath-making operations, including temporary housing for migrant workers and perhaps eventually a wreath-making operation that could employ up to 100 people.

2024

Doctrine of Discovery language still harms tribal communities

The Doctrine of Discovery (DoD), a 15th century legal and religious justification for the conquest of Indigenous lands and peoples, continues to hold significant influence in the state of Maine, despite its widespread repudiation during the past few decades.

2024

Saint Croix candidates address year-round ferry, homelessness

All seven candidates running in the Saint Croix riding in the October 21 provincial general election say Campobello Island needs a year round ferry. They agree that law courts should return to Charlotte County and that the area faces issues with homelessness, drugs, crime and healthcare.

2024

PURSE SEINING for mackerel off the Eastport breakwater on October 2 is the crew of the Jenny Rose, owned by Earl Small. (Edward French photo)

PURSE SEINING

PURSE SEINING for mackerel off the Eastport breakwater on October 2 is the crew of the Jenny Rose, owned by Earl Small. (Edward French photo)

2024

FIRE ENGULFS the H D and Sons Seafood warehouse located on the Lubec waterfront on October 1. The Campobello fire department provided mutual aid to the Lubec department, bringing several tru

FIRE ENGULFS

FIRE ENGULFS the H D and Sons Seafood warehouse located on the Lubec waterfront on October 1. The Campobello fire department provided mutual aid to the Lubec department, bringing several trucks and a cadre of firefighters to the scene. A pumper belonging to Whiting was also pressed into service. There

2024

ELLIS SANCHEZ of the Shead Tigers takes a shot and scores a goal against Calais as Kaeson Dana defends during a high school soccer game on September 16. Calais won the game by a score of 2'1

ELLIS SANCHEZ

ELLIS SANCHEZ of the Shead Tigers takes a shot and scores a goal against Calais as Kaeson Dana defends during a high school soccer game on September 16. Calais won the game by a score of 2'1. (Don Dunbar photo)