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Community & Events

2016

Couple’s quest eyes Downeast’s historic connection to Israel

Mention the Jaffa colony to almost anyone in Maine, and the questioning expressions are quickly revealed on their faces. But with numerous talks being given by Reed and Jean Holmes throughout the area and this year being the 150th anniversary of the journey, that is all about to change.

2016

Runner inspires people to chase their dreams

In a world where stories of conflict and strife permeate the media, people are occasionally gifted with a refreshing reminder of the common threads that unite them as human beings. No matter where they live or where they are from, they can relate to having dreams and aspirations...

2016

Eastport flips out over Fourth

Organizers of the 2016 Eastport Old Home Week and Fourth of July celebration were pleased with the turnout and already are looking forward to making next year's celebration even better.

2016

Visitors take time to lend a hand -- Eastport Maine

There must be something in the Moose Island air, or maybe it's just that the island city seems to bring out the best in people.

2016

First wild salmon conservation site off Grand Manan

New Brunswick's first designated wild salmon conservation marine site, located off Grand Manan, was announced on June 21 in St. Andrews, where provincial, territorial and federal fisheries and aquaculture ministers met this past week. The marine site is part of a collaborative research project...

2016

Volunteers help to spruce up community

What has become a highly anticipated biennial visit from the youth and adults in the All Souls Congregational Church's Assist-JC group from Bangor is once again in full swing, as participants help Eastport area residents and organizations make their buildings safer.

2016

Local teens chosen for climate congress

Two Passamaquoddy teenagers from Pleasant Point have been chosen to attend the 2016 Inter-Tribal Youth Climate Leadership Congress (ITYCLC) from July 5 through July 12 in Shepardstown, Va.