2024
PURSE SEINING
PURSE SEINING for mackerel off the Eastport breakwater on October 2 is the crew of the Jenny Rose, owned by Earl Small. (Edward French photo)
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2024
FIRE ENGULFS
FIRE ENGULFS the H D and Sons Seafood warehouse located on the Lubec waterfront on October 1. The Campobello fire department provided mutual aid to the Lubec department, bringing several trucks and a cadre of firefighters to the scene. A pumper belonging to Whiting was also pressed into service. There
2024
Steady warmth leads to one of hottest summers in Quoddy area
The record books now show that even Downeast Maine and the Fundy Isles, known for their cooler summer temperatures from sea breezes, are feeling the heat from climate change.
2024
Number of homeschooled students increases in area school districts
The number of homeschooled students in Washington County schools has been doubling and tripling in some towns in recent years, a trend that's in line with an overall statewide increase.
2024
Great pigeon race raises funds for Rotary
Grand Manan's Rotary Club held a unique fundraiser on September 14 with the island's first "Great Pigeon Race," courtesy of breeder Rick Broere. A total of 57 racing pigeons were released in Riviere du Loup, Quebec, to fly back to Grand Manan, each bearing the hopes of a $125 ticket purchaser.
2024
At 101, St. Stephen woman takes part in Terry Fox Run
Mildred Smith of St. Stephen joined the estimated 3.6 million people in the 44th annual Terry Fox Run in about 600 communities across Canada on September 15. At 101, she can very likely claim bragging rights as the oldest.
2024
FERC issues preliminary permit for Pembroke tidal power project
On September 19 the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) issued a preliminary permit for a proposed tidal power project in Pembroke, despite widespread opposition to the proposal.