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What would have been the big “parade day” of the 47th International Homecoming Festival instead was the All Together Community BBQ.  The one-day event brought many to different areas of the town last Saturday for an array of fun events for all ages.

August 4 Music on the Green was local favorite Alan Cook. Cook played a variety of music by Johnny Cash, Merle Haggard and even took a number of requests from the audience for “Goodby Little Susie” and “Hit the Road Jack.” (Photo by Kaileigh Deacon)

Newspaper Publisher/Owners Pierre and Wendy Little are very pleased with the excellent paving job done by Certified Paving & Sealcoating at the office at 23 Church Street in Calais.  It was long overdue. They were pleased to be able to support a local business and want to thank the crew of Certified Paving and Sealcoating for their excellent work. (Photos by Wendy Little)

Each year during the graduation ceremonies at area high schools, Eastport Arts Center honors seniors who have excelled in music, theater or the visual arts.  Nominated by their dedicated teachers, the students have been chosen based on their commitment and contribution to the fine arts at their school and community.  

The Economy Studs were last Tuesday’s Music on the Green concert. The foursome played a number of familiar favorites that had those in the audience singing and tapping along. Members are Jenny Penny, Alan Cook, Jim O’Neil and John Viselli. (Photo by Kaileigh Deacon)

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For those in the Calais area, there has been a go-to place for flowers for a number of years. Flowers by Janie has been a staple in the Calais community for many special occasions. After a busy 24 years, the little flower shop on the corner of North and Garfield Streets is closing its doors for good. 

Gilbert O’Brien, known affectionately as Gibby, passed away last week, leaving behind his wonderful wife of 68 years, Louise, their son Bobby and his fiance Stephanie, and numerous friends and family members.  

Gibby made his living driving trucks and was well-known and well-liked in the Calais area and beyond.  In recent years, it was common to see him and his wife Louise taking a trek around town in an antique vehicle, a daily routine for the couple.  

Jayna Smith

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Plans are underway for the third annual Addison Coty Memorial Turkey Trot.  The 5K race, along with a kids’ fun run, will be held earlier in the year, slated for Saturday, October 10th, with the annual spaghetti dinner still scheduled for the eve of the race.  This year’s event will also feature a t-shirt design contest.

Jayna Smith

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A pug is a breed of dog recognizable to most by its short-muzzled, wrinkly face, curled tail, and big, beady black eyes.  This breed brings true friendship to owners through the unconditional love they demonstrate, and for one couple, John and Robin Bouchard, of Robbinston, pugs certainly complete their family.