I never thought I would be writing this article about my dear friend Ron Pooler, but unfortunate circumstances have given me the desire to share this story about a wonderdul American and veteran. I owe it to him and our friendship to share the connection I forged with one of America’s most honest and straightforward soldiers.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has announced plans to revisit and revise rules governing the importation of dogs into the United States. The decision, revealed on December 17, 2024, comes in response to continued pushback from U.S. Senator Susan Collins (R-ME), other northern border state senators, and stakeholders concerned about the impact of earlier regulations.
The Parent-Teacher Organization (PTO) at Calais Elementary School has once again demonstrated its commitment to supporting the school community by fulfilling a much-needed request for the school nurse, Heather White. Using funds raised through various PTO fundraisers, the organization recently purchased a new otoscope — a medical tool used to check ears.
Boyd-Smith-Mitchell Memorial VFW Post #9779 proudly announces Tiernan Cox as the Post-Level winner of the 2024-2025 Voice of Democracy Contest.
Since its inception in 1947, the Voice of Democracy has served as the Veterans of Foreign Wars’ (VFW) premier scholarship program. This competition invites students to showcase their thoughts on an annual patriotic theme through written and recorded audio essays. For this year, participants reflected on the theme, “Is America Today Our Forefathers’ Vision?”
The holiday spirit was alive and well at Calais Elementary School as the much-loved Santa Shop made its return from December 16 to 19. Organized by the CES Parent Teacher Organization (PTO), the special shopping experience gave students the chance to purchase gifts for their loved ones, all priced at just 25 cents each.
Toys purchased from the proceeds of Barbara’s School of Dance Santa’s Benefit Show, held Sunday, December 15th, were donated to Calais Elementary School. Pictured are Barbara, Michaela, Felice, José, and from CES, Megan and Betsy. (Submitted photo)
As winter settles in, it's important to remember that failing to clear snow from your vehicle’s roof and windshield isn’t just dangerous — it’s against the law. Maine law imposes fines for those who neglect this responsibility.
I never thought I would be writing this article about my dear friend Ron Pooler, but unfortunate circumstances have given me the desire to share this story about a wonderful American and veteran. I owe it to him and our friendship to share the connection I forged with one of America’s most honest and straightforward soldiers.
The holiday spirit continued to shine at Calais Elementary School as the Santa Shop returned from December 16 to 19. Organized by the CES Parent Teacher Organization (PTO), the event gave students the opportunity to purchase affordable gifts for their loved ones, each priced at just 25 cents.
Jo's Diner & Pizzeria, owned by Tim Crowe, has announced the success of its inaugural Grammar for Giving contest, which culminated in a significant donation to Down East Hospice Volunteers (DEHV).
