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2007

Downeast LNG request to refile denied by BEP

A request by Downeast LNG to withdraw its applications for state permits currently before the Maine Board of Environmental Protection (BEP) and refile later this year was rejected by the BEP on September 21.

2007

New whale plan disappoints fishermen and conservationists

Neither lobster fishermen nor conservationists are happy with a compromise proposal for new rules to prevent whale entanglements that would ban the use of floating groundlines by lobster fishermen, while allowing inshore areas to be exempted.

2007

Proposed water rate increase raises concerns

A public hearing held on August 20 to provide information on revised water rate schedules proposed by the Passamaquoddy Water District (PWD) attracted 30 members of the public. The PWD supplies water to Eastport, Perry and Pleasant Point residents.

2007

Tribal racino plan gains support from Calais City Council

At their regular meeting on Thursday, August 16, the seven members of the Calais City Council voted unanimously to support the Passamaquoddy Tribe's racino proposal. The statewide referendum will be the first question on the November ballot.

2007

Township 14 landfill draws opposition from commissioners

The Washington County Commissioners have come out in opposition to the construction and demolition debris landfill in Township 14 as presently proposed by the developer, Marion Transfer Station Inc.

2007

PWD seeks rate hike to offset costs, revenue drop

The Passamaquoddy Water District (PWD) is seeking a water rate increase because of increased operating expenses and revenue losses. A public hearing on the revised rate schedules will be held on Monday, August 20, at 6:30 p.m.

2007

Domtar closure leaves 150 out of work

The announcement on Tuesday, July 31, that Domtar's paper-making operation at the Woodland mill in Baileyville would cease and 150 workers would lose their jobs brought Governor John Baldacci and numerous state officials to the Washington County Community College on Friday, August 3, to discuss...