THE ROALD AMUNDSEN,
THE ROALD AMUNDSEN, a hybrid cruise ship, stopped in Eastport on September 17. The 459-foot Hurtigruten ship from Norway, which is battery-supported, undertakes expedition cruises, including polar voyages. (Edward French photo)
September 26, 2024
Front Page Stories
Steady warmth leads to one of hottest summers in Quoddy area
The record books now show that even Downeast Maine and the Fundy Isles, known for their cooler summer temperatures from sea breezes, are feeling the heat from climate change.
Number of homeschooled students increases in area school districts
The number of homeschooled students in Washington County schools has been doubling and tripling in some towns in recent years, a trend that's in line with an overall statewide increase.
Great pigeon race raises funds for Rotary
Grand Manan's Rotary Club held a unique fundraiser on September 14 with the island's first "Great Pigeon Race," courtesy of breeder Rick Broere. A total of 57 racing pigeons were released in Riviere du Loup, Quebec, to fly back to Grand Manan, each bearing the hopes of a $125 ticket purchaser.
At 101, St. Stephen woman takes part in Terry Fox Run
Mildred Smith of St. Stephen joined the estimated 3.6 million people in the 44th annual Terry Fox Run in about 600 communities across Canada on September 15. At 101, she can very likely claim bragging rights as the oldest.
FERC issues preliminary permit for Pembroke tidal power project
On September 19 the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) issued a preliminary permit for a proposed tidal power project in Pembroke, despite widespread opposition to the proposal.
ELLIS SANCHEZ
ELLIS SANCHEZ of the Shead Tigers takes a shot and scores a goal against Calais as Kaeson Dana defends during a high school soccer game on September 16. Calais won the game by a score of 2'1. (Don Dunbar photo)