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After months of construction and detours, North Street has officially reopened to traffic.

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There’s no shortage of Halloween fun in the area this season. From trunk-or-treats to witches parades, here’s a roundup of frightfully fun happenings for all ages to celebrate the season.  

Thursday, October 23

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As the chill of winter approaches, Calais Community Thrift Store on Main Street has once again launched its annual coat giveaway–an effort dedicated to spreading warmth, comfort, and kindness throughout the community.

The Maine Press Association’s annual state conference, held October 18 at the DoubleTree Hotel in Portland, proved to be a night of outstanding achievement for The Calais Advertiser and its sister publication, the Machias Valley News Observer. The Calais Advertiser earned an impressive 21 awards, while the Machias Valley News Observer captured 26 honors – a remarkable combined total of 47 awards for Washington County’s only two weekly newspapers.

Members of the Calais High School Class of 1966 gathered for their 50th class reunion in August 2016 at St. Croix Country Club.

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A fun autumn tradition returned to downtown Calais this fall with the annual scarecrow contest, where businesses, organizations, and individuals showcase their creativity by designing festive scarecrows to adorn the city’s lampposts.

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Jo’s Diner & Pizzeria, owned by Tim Crowe, is excited to announce its second annual Grammar for Giving Contest, offering local high school juniors and seniors a unique opportunity to spotlight a charity they care about — and potentially secure a meaningful donation for their cause.

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Robbinston resident Winnie Johnson has published her first children’s book, Mr. Rich’s Christmas Tree Secrets, a heartwarming story that brings the magic and hard work of a Christmas tree farm to life for young readers.

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The City of Calais will hold its municipal election on Tuesday, November 4, 2025. Voting will take place at the Calais Recreation Center, located at 11 Academy Street, from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Voters may use street parking in front of the center or the parking lot accessible from Lincoln Street.

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