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2006

Sheriff’s bid won by Smith; TABOR nixed

Voter turnout was high on November 7, Election Day, in Washington County, where the most talked about and publicized race involved the battle for the sheriff's seat and where the incumbent governor is not popular with local citizens.

2006

Lobster, urchin fishery gear conflicts increasing

Gear conflicts between lobster fishermen and sea urchin draggers appear to be increasing this year in the Lubec area, with some lobster fishermen urging that the urchin season should begin later in the year after traps are taken up.

2006

Grand Manan riot defendants make self-defense claim

The jury trial is under way of the five Grand Manan men charged in a July 22 incident in which a group of about 40 islanders attacked a smaller group of islanders and mainlanders whom they suspected of dealing in drugs.

2006

City grapples bow hunting, deer population issues

How to control the overabundant deer population in Eastport while some bow hunters may be abusing the law is an issue with which the city is beginning to wrestle. Although some residents seek to ban any hunting on the island, the problems caused by too many deer can range from being a nuisance...

2006

Creative Apparel layoff now permanent; workers hit hard

The layoff of approximately 30 full-time and part-time sewers at the Creative Apparel plant in Eastport is now permanent and is hitting workers hard. "Washington County is the poorest county, but no politician is changing that..."

2006

CASTING SHADOWS, FS3 Andrew Renner of the U.S. Coast Guard Station in Eastport salutes the U.S. and POW-MIA flags. On November 11, there will be more displays than usual of flags as the U.S.

CASTING SHADOWS, FS3 A

CASTING SHADOWS, FS3 Andrew Renner of the U.S. Coast Guard Station in Eastport salutes the U.S. and POW-MIA flags. On November 11, there will be more displays than usual of flags as the U.S. and Canada observe Veterans Day and Remembrance Day, respectively. (Edward French photo) City

2006

Citizens speak out at hearing on legal fee, recall ordinance

About 35 people attended a hearing on October 23 regarding two upcoming ballot questions for Perry residents during the November 7 elections.