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2012

Boy moved to aid domestic abuse victims

The son of a Washington County woman who was murdered by her ex-boyfriend nearly five years ago has been financially rewarded for his efforts to help other children who have been affected by domestic violence. Fourteen-year-old Gabriel Brady of Dennysville...

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.

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 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 a

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 in the hushed and holy darkness surrounding the Perry Congregational Meetinghouse during Christmastide. (Edward French photo)

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.