CDRC Kicks Off Fundraising for 2026 Music on the Green Series

Calais Downtown Revitalization Coalition (CDRC) is seeking donations to support the continuation of its popular Music on the Green summer concert series, set for Thursday evenings mid-May through mid-September. Although it’s early in the year, CDRC has already begun booking bands and musicians for the upcoming season. Downeast Credit

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State Largely Shuts Down as Major Winter Storm Moves Through

Homemade Doughnut Fundraiser Returns to Support Perry Grange Roof

Princeton Educator Nominated for National LifeChanger of the Year Award

Jayna Smith jayna@calais.news Heather Bowles, a teacher at Princeton Elementary School, has been nominated for the National Life Group LifeChanger of the Year Award, a national program that honors K‑12 educators and school staff who make a meaningful difference in the lives of students. Bowles, a classroom

Federal Review Raises Questions About Moosehorn National Wildlife Refuge

Local Girl Scout Earns Silver Award with Life-Saving Carbon Monoxide Project

Piebald Deer in Princeton

St. Kateri Tekakwitha Catholic Women’s Group 2025 Christmas Raffle

Congratulations to Julie Leppin, who was the winner of the gift baskets and other treasures assembled by the St. Kateri Tekakwitha Catholic Women's Group. Julie's name was drawn after the 8:30 a.m. Mass in Calais on Sunday, December 14, 2025. (Submitted photo)

Skate Into Winter Fun in Milltown

The Calais Recreation Department has installed its outdoor skating rink in Milltown, providing a fun winter destination for the community. Lights allow for night skating, and skaters can enjoy the rink at their own risk. (Photo by Jayna Smith)