Local News

The closure of Lubec's Oceanview Nursing Home at the end of August, which was recently announced, will leave a void in the community, say many local residents. One former employee, who declined an interview, called it a "travesty." The effect will be felt by those directly served and their...

The Maine Legislature has unilaterally acted to restrict the saltwater fishing rights of Passamaquoddy tribal members by circumventing the required amendment process under the Maine Indian Claims Settlement Act, according to a recently issued report from the Maine Indian Tribal-State Commission...

Chainsaws were in high demand in the aftermath of Tropical Storm Arthur with the sound of whining blades starting up the day of the storm and continuing through the week. High winds and torrential rains arrived on Saturday, July 5, and were replaced by blue skies and sun by the next day.

After 53 years of service to the community, the Oceanview Nursing Home and Residential Care facility in Lubec will be closed permanently on August 29.

Truth and reconciliation commissions in Maine and Canada released their findings and recommendations this month concerning the abuse of Native children in either the state's child welfare system or the Indian Residential Schools in Canada.

The Eastport Port Authority board voted 4-1 to formally endorse the concept plan for a new access route to Eastport at its June 15 meeting. The motion noted that the board believes that the plan "coincides with the long-term cultural, environmental and economic interests of the Port of Eastport..."