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2010

New tidal project proposed for site at Half Moon Cove

A new tidal project proposal for Half Moon Cove was brought to the public's attention at the May 10 Eastport City Council meeting. Ramez Atiya of Halcyon Marine Hydroelectric discussed his patented tidal wing technology to an audience of close to 40, including the councillors and city staff.

2010

Campobello residents vote to incorporate as rural community

Voters of Campobello Island decided to form a rural community and leave behind their unincorporated, local service district status in a divided vote on May 10.

2010

School board eyes cutting 10 positions in budget proposal

Teachers, city officials and members of the public turned out on May 12 for a budget workshop at Shead High School during which the Eastport School Committee recommended cutting 10 positions, which would amount to $265.422.78 in savings for the 2010-2011 budget.

2010

TAGGING OUT a Calais player at home is Shead's John Garnett after a throw from teammate Ryan Bowen to end the baseball game on May 10. Shead won, 1-0. The Tigers have jumped out to a 6-0 rec

TAGGING OUT

TAGGING OUT a Calais player at home is Shead's John Garnett after a throw from teammate Ryan Bowen to end the baseball game on May 10. Shead won, 1-0. The Tigers have jumped out to a 6-0 record at the start of the season. (Don Dunbar photo)

2010

County faces shortage of healthcare providers

Ginny Pond, a licensed clinical social worker, moved to Washington County in 2004 to practice.

2010

Fishermen consider regulatory changes following accidents

Lubec area fishermen recently met with Maine Marine Patrol and U.S. Coast Guard officials to consider possible regulatory changes that would help prevent the loss of life for any more fishermen in this area.

2010

Hine’s photo leads to discovery about life of cannery girl

The life of another Eastport girl photographed in 1911 by Lewis Hine for the National Child Labor Committee has been uncovered by Massachusetts writer Joe Manning.