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2020

Pembroke area case leads to more vigilance

With a new active COVID-19 case identified in eastern coastal Washington County on June 18, area residents are taking extra precautions, Pembroke Elementary School staff are self-quarantining and the Sipayik tribal chief has ordered the testing of tribal government employees for the coronavirus.

2020

Norwegian Sun Expected in Eastport

A second dormant cruise ship -- even larger than the Riviera -- is expected to arrive in Eastport in mid to late July, docking at the Estes Head cargo pier.

2020

Supervisor to be assigned on Campobello

The rural community of Campobello will be placed under the administration of New Brunswick authorities because of the local government's loss of membership on the elected council.

2020

Dormant cruise ship Riviera scheduled to arrive on June 14

The 785-foot dormant cruise ship Riviera is scheduled to dock at the Eastport breakwater the evening of Sunday, June 14, or Monday morning for long-term berthing, perhaps through the summer.

2020

Border rules underscore need for year-round link to mainland

A 6-year old girl who ran afoul of border rules meant to stop the spread of novel coronavirus underscores the need for a year round direct link to the Canadian mainland, says Justin Tinker with the Campobello Year Round Ferry Development Committee.

2020

City debates berthing issues for cruise ship

When it comes to berthing a dormant cruise ship at the breakwater in Eastport, the decision-making process has been multi-layered and, at times, frustrating for all involved, whether for or against its presence at the island city.

2020

Calais councillors vote to allow all businesses to open

On May 14 the Calais City Council voted 6-1 to allow all businesses in the city to open, contrary to Governor Janet Mills' rural reopening plan, which is still limiting the opening of certain businesses.