2014
Funding for new Pleasant Point school building finally approved
“I felt I never would set one day in a new school. I just think it's great for these kids,” says Beatrice Rafferty School Principal Michael Chadwick,...
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2014
Possible Norse settlements Downeast explored
Is there a Norse settlement yet to be found in eastern Maine? Oral folklore proclaiming that the Norse settled in the area is especially strong in eastern coastal Maine. However, as yet, no substantial evidence to support this theory has been found.
2014
Weather conditions max out fuel funds
Frigid weather early in the heating season, a mid-December ice storm and the poor economy have combined to cause many residents of Washington County to seek assistance in paying for their fuel this winter.
2014
Port authority eyes partnership to save Eastport Boat School
The Eastport Port Authority is discussing with the Friends of the Boat School possible options to take over the facility in order to help return educational programs there.
2014
Coping with education changes
Educators, students and families are adjusting to the new normal as best they can, with students learning online and/or with packets of materials. Many teachers are still using their classrooms at least part-time to teach from in the new digital landscape.
2014
Bay closures issued for area scallop fishery
Effective January 24, the Maine Department of Marine Resources (DMR) announced emergency rulemaking changes to the scallop season for Zone 3, which covers Cobscook Bay and the St. Croix River, similar to the rotational openings suggested by scallop fishermen during an industry meeting...
2014
