2012
Port authority eyes upward shipping trend
The Eastport Port Authority expects to continue on its recent upward trajectory, with a 2013 budget that will be nearly double the port authority's revenue in 2006.
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2012
Spirit of season shines on
This holiday season, despite the poor economy, the spirit of Christmas is evident in Charlotte County and Washington County as people give to neighbors who are less fortunate.
2012
Two buildings tell their tales of loss, rebirth
How does the smell of roasted peanuts help with the task of revitalization? It taps into the collective memory of community members in Machias who spent many happy years shopping and socializing in the former Five and Dime building located in the heart of the downtown.
2012
PERFORMING THE REINDEER PRANCE
PERFORMING THE REINDEER PRANCE are K4 and K5 students during the Eastport Elementary School winter holiday concert on December 20. Along with performances by the various grades, the chorus and Shead band, several students performed solos and duets, all under the direction of music teacher Robert Sanchez. (Edward French photo)
2012
SNOW FALLING FAST
SNOW FALLING FAST in the hushed and holy darkness surrounding the Perry Congregational Meetinghouse during Christmastide. (Edward French photo)
2012
Clam depuration, lobster processing planned in Lubec
"We're still getting our footing," says Victor Trafford who, together with his wife Judy, owns Lubec's Wharf Direct seafood buying operation. Wharf Direct currently purchases lobsters, periwinkles and crabs from local fishermen and also serves as an offloading point for sea cucumbers and scallops.
2012
County residents pitch in to offer Hurricane Sandy relief
Hurricane Sandy did little more than blow a bit in Washington County, but that has not hampered the efforts of business owners, public safety personnel and others to lend help to neighboring states in need.