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2006

FERC hears views on LNG Robbinston split

The pros and cons of constructing a liquefied natural gas (LNG) terminal and storage facility at Mill Cove in Robbinston were presented at a March 29 scoping meeting held at the Robbinston Elementary School. Representatives of the Federal Regulatory Commission (FERC) and the U.S.

2006

Quoddy Bay's floating bridge idea draws skepticism

A proposal for a temporary, floating bridge to allow people to get off Moose Island, if an accident at the proposed Split Rock liquefied natural gas (LNG) terminal blocked Route 190, raised questions during a presentation by Quoddy Bay LNG to the Eastport City Council.

2006

Brush fire in Lubec threatens homes and burns 15 acres

A drier than normal winter, gusting winds and an unfortunate decision to burn a pile of trash led to a large fire in Lubec on March 30. Before the fire was finally out, hours later, 15 acres of grass and woodland had been consumed and numerous homes had been threatened.

2006

FERC hears views on LNG Residents speak out

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) heard comments from area residents regarding Quoddy Bay LNG's proposal and plans for a $500 million liquefied natural gas (LNG) facility at Split Rock at Pleasant Point.

2006

Challenge to eliminate ISA issued at fish health workshop

At the recent Northeast Farmed Fish Health Management Workshop, Glenn Cooke, CEO of Cooke Aquaculture, laid down a challenge for the salmon farming industry, fish health researchers and government, stating, "We cannot manage ISA; it can and must be eliminated."

2006

Plans to keep Boat School in city floated

With funding for the Boat School to remain in Eastport under the Maine Community College System appearing increasingly unlikely, supporters of the school are preparing for a plan that seeks the transfer of the school to the city.

2006

Tribe studying wind and tidal power projects

The Passamaquoddy Tribe at Pleasant Point is studying two renewable energy projects -- wind and tidal -- each of which could potentially provide enough electricity to power communities in this area.