Natalie Boomer

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In the midst of a pandemic, it may be worrisome to go out and do things that you would ordinarily do in your day-to-day lives. The Peavey Memorial Library in Eastport has taken a step to bring back some normalcy to those who enjoy visiting. New barriers have been placed in the library to protect guests and staff and to ensure social distancing.

CLIV DORE

Perry – Cliv Dore, 78, passed away unexpectedly on August 15, 2020 while at his camp on Dobsie Lake. Cliv was born in Pleasant Point on July 12, 1942, the oldest of twelve children born to Stafford and Dorothy (Altvater) Dore.

Cliv was the patriarch of his family, the mentor and the storyteller.

Natalie Boomer 

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The Downeast Coastal Conservancy is hosting a virtual presentation on Maine’s native salamanders and snakes on Tuesday, August 25th. 

These tiny creatures may be seldom thought of, but provide a vital role in the stability of our natural resources as indicator species.  Even though many fear these amphibians, there are many good reasons to respect them and even show appreciation for them. 

Sarah Craighead Dedmon

Osprey circled above municipal and state officials gathered where Downeast Correctional Facility’s control center and dormitory number three once stood. Both buildings were demolished earlier this year to make way for the Bucks Harbor prison’s next act as a pre-release center, now on schedule to open in the summer of 2021.

Jayna Smith

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A concern from constituents recently heard by Sen. Marianne Moore and Rep. Kathy Javner is the variable-leaf milfoil found in Big Lake. The invasive plant was recently found there, the second largest lake in Washington County. It has been determined that the milfoil has infested much more extensively in the lake than originally thought.  

Jayna Smith

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The Town of Alexander will soon be the first to join Calais and Baileyville as part of Downeast Broadband Utility (DBU), a utility organization formed by the Town of Baileyville and the City of Calais.  

According to Ted Carter, Alexander resident and broadband liaison for the town, the town held its meeting on Monday, August 24th with the one-issue warrant.  Of the votes, 60 were in favor of joining DBU, while only 11 were opposed.

Submitted by Ann Montgomery

Submitted by Ann Montgomery

Sarah Craighead Dedmon

Heavy rains held off just long enough to allow a solemn ceremony dedicating Acadia National Cemetery, which took place on Saturday, Aug. 30. In keeping with coronavirus restrictions, a small group was invited to hear remarks from Sen. Susan Collins, Under Secretary for Memorial Affairs Randy Reeves, and Secretary of Veteran Affairs Robert Wilkie. Music was provided by Maine National Guard’s 195th Army Band. 

Submitted by Ann Montgomery