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New Brunswick’s Safety Minister Kris Austin has ended the local state of emergency in St. Stephen, addressing concerns raised by Mayor Allan MacEachern over homelessness less than 48 hours after its declaration.

The declaration was made after the death of a man the weekend prior whose body was found in a park.

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JJust before the opening of this year’s International Feztival of Trees last week, Ian Pratt of the Pratt dealership presented the hosting organizations with a donation of $2,000.

The International Feztival of Trees is a fundraiser hosted by the Schoodic and Washington County Shrine Clubs.  All the money raised at the event all helps the Anah Shriners to help children.  

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This year’s Feztival of Trees drew hundreds from across Charlotte and Washington counties over the weekend to view the near-50 decorated Christmas trees, each surrounded by gifts, at Washington County Community College.  

Little Nera Joerges seen here enjoying the Nativity Scene set up by the Calais Knights of Columbus for the greater Calais community.  The location of the Nativity is downtown in front of the water fountain. (Photo by Pierre Little)

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The charitable organization Calais Lioness Club, which is deeply involved in supporting members of the greater-Calais community during challenging times, has actively participated in the ongoing donation-match campaign initiated by Pratt dealerships to benefit local food pantries. 

Calais Community Hospital recently announced its Employees of the Year.  Recipient of the non-clinical Employee of the Year is Donald Day, while Alison Perkins, RN, is the clinical Employee of the Year. 

CCH staff nominated their peers for the awards.  Factors considered were dependability, initiative, attitude, teamwork, and how they conduct themselves as CCH staff.  

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In a great display of community spirit, what initially began this season as a modest initiative to illuminate the Memorial Park bandstand for the Christmas season has blossomed into a beautiful spectacle.

Claire, Haidyn, and Reagan took a minute away from the activities to pose at this year’s Polar Express.  (Photo courtesy of Rebecca Hanson) See more photos in this week's The Calais Advertiser.

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In light of last week’s storm, with more than 2,000 people, including 1,400 line and tree crews, on the job working to restore power, Maine State Police issued a reminder of Maine’s “Move Over” Law, urging motorists to exercise caution when encountering emergency vehicles or public service vehicles displaying flashing lights.  

This photo shows the huge assortment of toys acquired by Barbara’s International School of Dance from proceeds of the December 17th Christmas Santa’s Helper Program.  Behind the toys are Calais Elementary School representative Betsy Barnard, Felice Story, Barbara Lara, and Jose Lara.  (Submitted photo)