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2017

Governor’s budget proposes closure of Machiasport prison

The LePage administration state budget proposal has removed all funding for the Downeast Correctional Facility (DCF) in Machiasport. If the budget is passed, the facility could be closed by June.

2017

Culture-bearer remembered for life’s work

The passing of an inspirational Passamaquoddy culture-bearer, environmentalist and teacher is being mourned not only in his community but throughout the region. David Moses Bridges, 54, had battled cancer for several years and died on January 20 at Sipayik, in his Passamaquoddy homeland.

2017

Area hospitals fear cuts with repeal of ACA

Washington County's 31,600 residents could be at risk of losing significant portions of their healthcare infrastructure if the repeal of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) is not replaced with a carefully constructed replacement.

2017

Pantries take stock

Food pantries in Washington and Charlotte counties are holding their own as the colder months of winter begin, and all are dependent upon the generosity of volunteers as well as financial patrons.

2017

New tribal chief at Sipayik faces recall

Passamaquoddy Chief Vera Francis, who was the vice chief at Sipayik and became chief after Fred Moore III was recalled from that office in November, now faces a recall vote. A hearing on the recall was scheduled for January 10, with the vote scheduled for Thursday, January 12...

2017

Fuel aid warms many

During these winter months, the cost of heating homes weighs heavily on the minds of many Maine residents. This year, although there is good news because fuel costs are lower than in recent years, there is still a significant demand for assistance.

2017

Cassidy sets sights on developing new marathon in Kenya

What started 30 years ago as an enchantment with Africa has led Lubec resident and former Maine House Representative Katherine Cassidy to plan to spend most of 2017 working in Kenya and Uganda. The love affair began when she visited Africa for a safari in 1987.