Obituary - Holli A. Tapley Dec. 19, 1978-Jan. 7, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved sister, daughter, and friend, Holli A. Tapley, on January 7th, 2025. Holli was born on December 19, 1978, in Presque Isle, Maine and raised in Calais,Maine. She was a basketball icon, known not only for her incredible skills but also for the positive influence she had on the Calais and Maine basketball communities.

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Winter Wonderland Adult Prom this Saturday to Benefit CES Playground Fund

Jayna Smith

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The Calais Elementary School PTO recently announced its upcoming Winter Wonderland Adult Prom, an evening set to bring the community together for a night of nostalgia and fun. Scheduled for this Saturday, January 25, 2025, from 8 to 11 p.m., the event will take place at St. Croix Tap & Table.

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Remembering Holli Tapley, from Blue Devils Success to Fairfield University Fame

Jayna Smith

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The Calais community mourns the loss of Holli Tapley, a standout basketball player and beloved member of the Calais Blue Devils family, who passed away on January 7, 2025. A graduate of the class of 1997, Holli left an indelible mark on the basketball court, earning numerous accolades and inspiring her teammates and fans alike.

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What's Up, Calais?

Jayna Smith

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The City of Calais has announced that all items and objects must be removed from city sidewalks by Monday, January 20, 2025, to ensure safe and efficient snow removal during the winter season. Items left on sidewalks make it difficult for crews to plow effectively, impacting the safety and accessibility of the community, and crews appreciate everyone’s cooperation.

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Trump Sworn in as 47th President

Donald Trump is sworn in as the 47th US President in the US Capitol Rotunda in Washington, D.C., on January 20, 2025. (Photo by SAUL LOEB/POOL/AFP via Getty Images, digital license - The Calais Advertiser, Inc.)

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Downeast Credit Union Lending Expert Earns First Place in Nationwide Contest

Downeast Credit Union Lending Expert Jason Theriault was recently awarded the Top Protector in the nation by CU Certified during its annual competition, outranking 284 other lenders. Theriault has protected hundreds of credit union members, meaning that costly or unexpected auto repairs will be covered, preventing financial hardships, or loss of transportation.

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Calais City Council

Jayna Smith

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On Thursday, January 23, 2025, the Calais City Council met for its regular meeting, with Mayor Marcia Rogers presiding over Councilors Mike Sherrard, Elery Beale, Pete Foster, and Bill Quinn. Councilors Kevin Niles and James McDonald were absent from the meeting.

What follows is a brief summary of the meeting, with the full meeting available for viewing on the City of Calais’s Facebook page.

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Storytime at Lincoln Memorial Public Library

During Storytime with seven children from the Pembroke School, which includes the children of Dennysville, grades first through fourth, there were plenty of things to interest all of the young folks. After some outdoor wiggling and simple indoor snacks, the story of the day, called How Big Is a Million? by Anna Milbourne and Serena Riglietti, was read and discussed. 

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What's Up, Calais?

Jayna Smith

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A cribbage tournament benefiting the elementary school’s playground fund is set for this Saturday, February 1, at St. Croix Tap & Table. This doubles tournament has a $20 entry fee per team, with the winning team taking home half the pot. To register, stop by, message, or call St. Croix Tap & Table at 207-454-4177.

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Winter Wonderland Prom Raises Funds for Safer School Playground

Playground Fundraiser Continues this Saturday with Cribbage Competition

Jayna Smith

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Last Saturday evening, January 25, the Calais Elementary School PTO transformed St. Croix Tap & Table into a magical Winter Wonderland for an adults-only prom night, all to raise funds for the school’s playground fund.

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