2008
School reform law viewed as changing little
Legislation to amend the school consolidation law was enacted on the last day of the legislative session, April 18, and immediately signed into law by Governor John Baldacci.
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2008
Scallop law moves limited entry date
Legislation to amend Maine's scallop laws was enacted after the limited entry part of the bill was changed so that fishermen who have not had a scallop license for the past three years will be able to obtain one in the future if they get one before May 1.
2008
Grand Manan fires appear not to be racially motivated
Two Grand Manan boats, the P'tit Walton owned by the Tobique band, and the Sea Watcher owned by Peter McLaughlin, burned on April 13 and 14. "The first boat, the P'tit Walton, appears suspicious and is under investigation," says Corporal Andy Cook of the Grand Manan RCMP.
2008
New port of entry construction launched with groundbreaking
Politicians and officials with local, state and federal governments joined with about 120 invited guests to break ground for the new U.S. Land Port of Entry to be built in Calais.
2008
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CELEBRATING THE CHINESE NEW YEAR, Eastport Elementary School students parade through downtown Eastport on April 14. They made dragons and face masks for the occasion, which was part of the school's Spring Fling Week. (Edward French photo)
2008
Zoning request for wood pellet silos approved
Following a hearing on April 8, the Eastport Zoning Board of Appeals unanimously approved a variance request from the Eastport Port Authority for three 125-foot silos for storing wood pellets at the Estes Head terminal.
2008
Schools to face tough choices with severe state funding cuts
The Eastport and Lubec school systems will be facing some tough choices, as final state subsidy figures indicate a $344,741 cut in state funding for Eastport and a $293,322 cut for SAD 19 in Lubec.