Now celebrating 36 years, Eastport celebrates the end of summer with the Eastport Salmon and Seafood Festival, Labor Day weekend, August 31 through September 1.

Princeton Parks & Recreation along with the Princeton Fire Department held their Second Annual Summer Sunset Bash this past Saturday, August 24, from 2-4 p.m. at Brewer Andrews Field. This was a free event to celebrate the end of summer. The fire department brought their Weenie Wagon and provided lots of water for the slip ’n slide and dunk tank. Because it was a hot day, there were plenty of volunteers for the dunk tank. Other activities included balloon darts, nerf targets, cornhole, air hockey, soccer, basketball, frisbee, and rubber ducky pool.

Will Tuell

Will Tuell

Maine’s Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife drew the winners of its 2024 Antlerless Deer Permit Lottery on Aug. 15 with winners having until 11:59 p.m. on Sept. 12, 2024, to purchase their permit through the state website. Of the approximately 128,000 names drawn, 442 hail from Sunrise County. 

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The Robbinston ATV Club is gearing up to host its annual Joker Run, a family-friendly event perfect for outdoor enthusiasts and locals alike, slated for Sunday, Sept. 15. The festivities kick off with registration starting at 9 a.m., followed by a day of riding and excitement that will continue until 2 p.m.

Downeast Community Partners (DCP), the community action program (CAP) that serves Hancock and Washington counties, received a $20,000.00 gift from Versant Power, recently, for The Heating And Warmth (THAW) fund.

“The THAW fund has a tremendous impact in our community and helps families when they need it most,” said Versant President John Flynn. “Versant Power is happy to contribute to the fund and allow Downeast Community Partners to keep more homes warm this winter.”

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The town of Wesley is set to receive $2,520,000 in federal funding for the construction of a new fire station and emergency operations center. This critical investment, championed by Senator Susan Collins through the Senate Appropriations Committee, will enhance local emergency response capabilities and serve as a vital hub for the surrounding rural areas.

Washington County Democrats celebrated the grand opening of their party headquarters in Machias Saturday, Sept. 7. The office is located at 97 Main Street (formerly Berry Vines) in Machias. (Photo courtesy Washington County Dems) 

Lynn Amakehs Mitchell, Maine Indian Education Facilities Manager, has been selected as the recipient of the prestigious 2024 National Indian Education Association (NIEA) Community Service of the Year Award. This national recognition highlights Ms. Mitchell's outstanding contributions to Native education and her dedication to serving the community.