2025
Federal cuts lead to reduced food shipments to area pantries
The food pantries of Washington County are preparing for a reduction in the amount of produce from Good Shepherd Food Bank's deliveries as a result of federal cuts.
Community & Events
2025
Shead graduate serves aboard hospital ship off coast of Africa
A former Eastport resident has just returned from an uplifting, humanitarian experience in Africa and has plans to take part in the endeavor again.
2025
Lobstermen review alternative gear designed to protect whales
A recent presentation in Jonesport about alternative lobster fishing gear to reduce the chance for entanglement with whales generated much discussion from the fishermen who attended, with some skeptical of the gear and others supportive.
2025
Island host to groundbreaking salmon conservation program
A salmon conservation project that began over 25 years ago is seeing big returns -- quite literally -- as Fundy Salmon Recovery (FSR) and its many partners work to restore an endangered salmon population from the upper Bay of Fundy.
2025
Couples overcome obstacles to find enduring love
Being part of a long lasting romantic relationship can provide invaluable benefits -- but that doesn't mean it's always easy. For three couples in Washington County, finding and keeping love throughout the challenges of life has been both the journey and the reward.
2025
Loss of local gathering places leads to mental health decline
The social landscape of today's Washington County is very different than that of yesteryear.
2025
Aid organizations seeing increased need; Fuel funds stressed by requests
Demand for heating fuel is high in Washington County as households contend with rising costs for their essentials. Applications for the Low Income Heating Assistance Program (LIHEAP) are up more than 25%, while the average benefit is decreasing.