2015
Seals’ delaying of breakwater work resolved
The loud pile-driving noise from rebuilding the Eastport breakwater was threatening to cripple the project, as the sound could disturb seals in the bay.
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2015
Higher costs delay submarine cable project at Cutler base
The laying of a submarine cable that would provide power to the Naval Computer and Telecommunications Area Master Station Atlantic Detachment Cutler has been delayed by at least another year. Originally planned for a two-week construction period during either the winter of 2014B2015 or 2015B2016...
2015
Digital detox group learning to live unplugged
Early on a July Saturday morning a seven‑member group visiting Eastport from Silicon Valley in California as part of a "digital detox" pilot project was hard at work helping the Eastport Recreation Committee clear land for a future skateboard area and a "little tots" park next to the...
2015
Council sanctions Cummings; Abbott to stay as manager
Eastport City Manager Elaine Abbott is maintaining her position with the city after having given an unofficial notice of resignation to the council after the contentious July 8 city council meeting. The public heard the news at the end of a special council meeting held on July 16.
2015
BOATS OF ALL SIZES
BOATS OF ALL SIZES are seen off Eastport, as the freighter Optimana comes through Friar’s Roads to the Estes Head port terminal on July 21, and lobster boats are moored off Prince’s Cove. (Edward French photo)
2015
COOLING OFF ON A HOT DAY
COOLING OFF ON A HOT DAY. Jumping in for a swim off Jeff Turner’s pontoon boat at Boyden’s Lake are some happy kids. Built in 2008 by Jason Brown, Bush Kerby and Tommy Critchley, it can be anchored so others can join in the fun. The oldest to
2015
Traveller brings message to island
A man with a message is walking around the Maritimes this summer, towing a cart decked with flags and exchanging inspiration with all he meets. In late June Mikael Champagne reached Grand Manan.