The Most Easterly Published Newspaper in the US

Published the 2nd and 4th Fridays of each month

Sign in Free newsletter

Article Archive

2006

Cutler eyed for LNG and tidal energy project

A new proposal has been added to the list of liquefied natural gas (LNG) projects put forward for Washington County, this one a combined tidal power plant and LNG terminal at the Navy antenna station in Cutler.

2006

Passamaquoddy leaders thank Chavez for heating oil program

Pleasant Point Passamaquoddy Governor Mark Altvater was among a group of Americans who traveled recently to Venezuela to express their gratitude to President Hugo Chavez for a discounted heating oil program that helped tribal members this past winter.

2006

Selectmen, board at odds over comprehensive plan application

A heated selectmen's meeting with accusations of alleged misrepresentation of a comprehensive plan update application filed by planning board members was attended by over 20 residents of the Town of Perry on April 17.

2006

Residents sound off to FERC on LNG pros, cons

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has been receiving comments about the proposed liquefied natural gas (LNG) projects proposed by Quoddy Bay LNG and Downeast LNG for Passamaquoddy Bay.

2006

Controversy building over proposed Township 19 landfill

A proposal for an 18-acre landfill for the disposal of construction and demolition debris in Township 19 has started to generate some controversy, with dump opponents organizing to stop the project.

2006

Eastport lays off staff and cuts hours to meet city budget

The City of Eastport is laying off and cutting back on hours for a number of staff and reducing hours at city hall to offset decreased revenues and rising expenses.

2006

Governor offers heritage museum, Boat School hope

Governor John Baldacci came to Washington County on April 22 in his role as cheerleader-in-chief for Maine business.