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2005

Legislature kills urchin bill; study group may still be formed

A bill to add more days to the sea urchin season has been killed by the legislature, leaving the sponsor of the measure, Rep. Ian Emery (R-Cutler), bitter about the legislative process.

2005

Restoration of rail service into county proposed

An effort at restoring the Calais Branch Line for freight and excursion rail service into Washington County was the subject of a talk at the Washington County meeting of the Maine Better Transportation Association (MBTA) on June 16 at the Eastport Chowder House.

2005

Supporters to seek racino vote With or without governor’s veto

Maine residents will be voting next fall on whether to allow a tribal racetrack with up to 1,500 slot machines in Washington County, if Governor John Baldacci decides not to veto legislation calling for the referendum vote on the measure.

2005

Cooke deal nets Heritage as firm expands

Cooke Aquaculture Inc., an independent family-owned company in St. George, has purchased the Canadian east coast operations of Heritage Salmon from George Weston Limited as well as the U.S. operations of Heritage Salmon, subject to regulatory approval.

2005

Boatbuilding program could remain in Eastport if funds raised

The Washington County Community College's boatbuilding program in Eastport might not move to Calais if funding can be raised soon to help cover the cost of keeping the program in Eastport.

2005

Racino odds uncertain with promised veto

The fate of legislation to allow a tribal harness racing track with up to 1,500 slot machines in Washington County remains uncertain, with speculation about a possible amendment to the bill and consideration of taking the issue to the voters in a statewide referendum.

2005

New Calais hospital plans move ahead at groundbreaking

A ground-breaking ceremony for the new Calais Regional Hospital facility was held on Wednesday morning, June 8, at the Manning Street building site.