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2005

Quoddy area feels gas hike hit as businesses see tourism drop

The summer of 2005 was not a great season for many businesses in eastern Washington County and the Fundy Isles. Fewer people chose to travel to the area, despite the good weather in July and August. The high price of gas definitely affected the number of visitors.

2005

POSING ON THE NARROW LEDGES at Gulliver's Hole in West Quoddy Head State Park, two September tourists are among many who are willing to risk a dangerous tumble to enjoy a stunning photo-op.

POSING ON THE NARROW LEDGES

POSING ON THE NARROW LEDGES at Gulliver's Hole in West Quoddy Head State Park, two September tourists are among many who are willing to risk a dangerous tumble to enjoy a stunning photo-op. (Chessie Johnson photo)

2005

Hundreds turn out for grand opening of veterans’ home

Several hundred Washington County veterans, their friends and family sat in bright sunshine September 6 to view the dedication of the long-awaited veterans' home in Machias adjacent to Down East Community Hospital.

2005

Relief workers recall tsunami

Two residents of Downeast Maine have recently returned from Thailand, where they were volunteering with efforts aimed at repairing the damage wrought by the tsunami that struck last Christmas.

2005

Third LNG plan for county wins Calais approval

Yet another liquefied natural gas (LNG) facility is being proposed within a 25-mile area stretching from Pleasant Point to Calais. The latest LNG terminal would be located at Red Beach, within the city limits of Calais.

2005

Flood waters wipe out lives a world apart

It's been over a week since Hurricane Katrina roared through Gulf Coast communities in Louisiana, Mississippi and Alabama on Monday, August 29, and the devastation is so great that relief efforts still haven't reached some areas.

2005

Fuel costs rise; communities try to stay afloat

It appears no one will escape the impact of rising fuel and gas prices. Crude oil is the raw material. Whether it is refined as gas or used as heating oil, the price will affect everyone in some way.