2009
Fish farmers rescue diver swept around Old Sow whirlpool
A recreational diver from New Brunswick who got swept into the Old Sow, the second largest whirlpool in the world, is lucky to be alive, say his rescuers.
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2009
Food pantries see increase in need by families
Food pantries in Washington and Charlotte counties are seeing an increase in use over last year's rise in demand.
2009
H1N1 causes schools to close; one death reported in county
The H1N1 flu continues to make an impact in Washington and Charlotte counties, and Washington County's first death from that influenza was announced by the Maine Center for Disease Control on November 24.
2009
High lobster catch nets better price as risks are foreseen
Good catches, fair seas and a better price have greeted New Brunswick lobster fishermen during the first two weeks of their season. However, prices are still down significantly from two years ago, and fishermen know that catches cannot continue increasing every year.
2009
New international bridge set to open
Nineteen months after the start of construction, the new bridge over the St. Croix River connecting Calais to St. Stephen will be open for business.
2009
Sonar assists divers’ continued search for lost dragger’s crew
The search for two fishermen who have been missing since a sea urchin dragger sank on October 20 in Cobscook Bay has so far not yielded any results, but efforts will be continuing. With the October 20 sinking of the Bottom Basher, a 34-foot dragger out of Lubec, three lives were lost.
2009
Water district seeks 18.6% rate increase
The Passamaquoddy Water District (PWD) is again filing for a rate increase with the Maine Public Utilities Commission (PUC). The water district is seeking an 18.6% hike for all customer classes, which would amount to a $138,899 increase in revenues.