2013
Alewives’ return to St. Croix celebrated
Alewives were welcomed home to the St. Croix River watershed, after a 19-year absence from 98% of their historic spawning grounds, during a ceremony at the Grand Falls dam on June 5.
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2013
Boys and Girls Club will run Grand Manan park
The New Brunswick provincial government announced on May 21 that the Anchorage Provincial Park, whose closure was announced in April, will operate for the 2013 season after all, under the management of the Grand Manan Boys and Girls Club.
2013
Educators: Grading system fails schools
Staff and students at Whiting Village School, one of Washington County's smaller elementary schools, were delighted when they were notified last week of their "A" grade on Governor Paul LePage's grading system.
2013
Educators: Grading system fails schools
In a busy high school of 160 students, two junior class students out of a class of 10 decide not to take the four‑year college admissions test, the SAT. They aren't planning to go to a four‑year college. Instead they're planning to pursue technical
2013
Whiting may be site to expand cell phone coverage in county
Expanded cell phone service in Washington County will become a reality in the relatively near future, with a site in Whiting being eyed for a new cell tower.
2013
Veterans tell about struggles during Vietnam, life back home
The upcoming Memorial Day observances create an opportunity for citizens to reflect on the sacrifices made by U.S. service personnel. After decades of silence, some veterans of the Vietnam War are just now talking about their experiences.
2013
Fundy marathon gains international and local interest
“I had to decide,” says John Hough, race director for the upcoming Bay of Fundy International Marathon, "between running the marathon or running the marathon.