Schoppee Farm halts market as federal hemp rule hits; Machias to host this season
A federal rule change threatens the farm’s hemp business, forcing the long‑running market to relocate for 2026.
Eastport residents push City Council to oppose DeepGreen’s underwater AI data center
The Council’s objection mirrors a Washington County Commission letter sent to developer Louis Wolfson last month, warning the project could pose risks to local waters and traditional industries.
Calais Middle/High School tests OrangePasses, a digital hall pass system created by a former Portland high school student
Free trial is expected to show whether the new app improves student flow, reduces disruptions and is worth adopting for 2026‑27.
Calais Middle/High School launches major improvement plan with $150,000 donation
The plan kicked off this month with a Downeast Credit Union donation for a new gym floor.
Bond to support farm and forestry funding will not be on November ballot
Despite efforts in the final days of the session, the bill to bring the bond before voters failed to pass.
Calais teachers question transparency around proposed school schedule change
Faculty members say families should be surveyed before the district considers moving away from the alternating‑day block schedule.
Farm bond falters as small farms in Washington County struggle to survive
The bill has twice failed to secure the two‑thirds majority needed in the House and is now before the Senate for consideration today.