2007
Is there gold in them thar hills?
Pembroke's Big Hill is once again attracting a prospector. This time it is Golden Hope Mines Ltd. of Quebec. The Big Hill prospect is located near Route 214 and Old County Road.
Business & Development
2007
Calais racino study projects $12 million in annual revenues
A market study estimates that a racino in Calais proposed by the Passamaquoddy Tribe could generate between $11.9 million and $13 million annually in slot machine revenue.
2007
Fish farming near salmon rivers sparks debate
A request from 33 conservation groups from six countries for the salmon farming industry to remove fish farms from near wild salmon rivers is being called "wildly irresponsible" by the executive director of the Maine Aquaculture Association.
2007
Domtar closure leaves 150 out of work Workers face uncertain future
Approximately 150 workers are affected by the decision of Domtar Corporation to permanently close down its paper machine and supporting sheeter in Baileyville. The company is continuing to operate its pulp mill, which employs 300 workers.
2007
Tidal power model to be tested off city this fall
A one-third scale model of a tidal turbine generator will be placed in the waters off Clark's Ledge, Eastport, in mid-November for a month of feasibility testing. The installation of the test unit is the first of two steps before a commercial project can be built.
2007
Former Mearl site eyed by land-based fish farm company
A proposal by a land-based salmon farming company to lease part of the property at the former Mearl Corporation site at Broad Cove in Eastport has been made to the Eastport Port Authority.
2007
Prefab company may offer 150 jobs at Baileyville plan
A new manufacturing business, ICS of Maine, will open by the end of the year in the Baileyville Industrial Park. Owned by Insulated Component Structures Inc.