2011
Cancer conference offers hope and resources
Recent research has found that Washington County has some of the highest rates of cancer diagnosis in Maine, yet the nearest oncologist is over two hours away in Brewer.
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2011
PWD eyes options to fix water supply problems
The Passamaquoddy Water District (PWD) is moving ahead with plans to resolve problems with its water supply so that another boil order will not occur in the future.
2011
Farmed salmon in rivers lead to call for closed containment
A salmon conservation group is calling again for closed containment systems for salmon aquaculture following the recent discovery of escaped farmed salmon in two area rivers. Although the number of fish found in the Magaguadavic River near St.
2011
Medical building at Machias hospital dedicated to Emery
The dedication of the Reid Emery Medical Building at Down East Community Hospital in Machias took place on the afternoon of September 17. Family members and friends of Reid Emery, DECH staff and others came together to recognize the tragic loss of Emery's life.
2011
Concerns voiced about sale of city’s Boat School parcel
A number of Eastport property owners questioned Eastport city councillors at the October 21 council meeting about their decision to authorize the city manager to pursue the purchase and sale agreement with Perry Marine & Construction (PMC) for the property at 16 Deep Cove Road.
2011
County sees evidence of bath salts use
The scented crystals that people pour into their bath for a pleasant soak have nothing to do with the extremely unpredictable and dangerous drug called "bath salts" that has been hitting the streets of Maine this year.
2011
ARTIST AT WORK
ARTIST AT WORK. Among the artists participating in the Two Countries, One Bay Art Studio Tour, held September 17 and 18, was Passamaquoddy basket-maker Jeremy Frey, who recently won top honors in basketry as well as best in show at the 2011 Santa Fe Indian Market and earlier this