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Community & Events

2010

No-cut list for rockweed may restrict harvest

A rapid increase in the number of landowners who do not want rockweed cut on their shorefront in Cobscook Bay appears to be limiting the harvest this season for those companies that are respecting the landowners' wishes.

2010

Sunny skies greet visitors for Fourth of July celebration

"Great weather, a long holiday weekend and, especially, the arrival of the U.S.S. De Wert made for an incredible Fourth of July this year." Barbara Hicks, who co-chairs the Eastport Fourth of July Committee with J.

2010

Eastport fired up for fun-filled Fourth

The Eastport Fourth of July Committee has planned another fun-filled celebration for all ages and is extending an invitation for all to attend this year's Old Home Week from July 1 through July 5.

2010

Ken Burns’ company wraps up PBS film series at Campobello

The historic Roosevelt home and international park on Campobello Island bustled with a crew from Ken Burns' Florentine Films just days before the park was to open for the season on May 29.

2010

County faces shortage of healthcare providers

Ginny Pond, a licensed clinical social worker, moved to Washington County in 2004 to practice.

2010

Fishermen consider regulatory changes following accidents

Lubec area fishermen recently met with Maine Marine Patrol and U.S. Coast Guard officials to consider possible regulatory changes that would help prevent the loss of life for any more fishermen in this area.

2010

Hine’s photo leads to discovery about life of cannery girl

The life of another Eastport girl photographed in 1911 by Lewis Hine for the National Child Labor Committee has been uncovered by Massachusetts writer Joe Manning.