Eastport Council unanimously adopts moratorium on DeepGreen underwater data center proposal
In response to a letter of deficiency from the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, the developer has reduced the size and scope of the project.
Analysis finds Eastport ordinance requiring voter approval of large data projects ‘unlawful’
City’s attorneys say the measure conflicts with the charter and recommend the council reject it.
Eastport residents fill hearings to oppose DeepGreen’s underwater AI data‑center plan
Residents, Tribal leaders and regional advocates pressed for passage of citizen‑initiated ordinances aimed at stopping the Western Passage project.
Machiasport officials agree to consider noise ordinance
The decision follows a resident's complaint about late-night parties on Pettegrow Point Road.
FERC finds DeepGreen’s preliminary permit application deficient
Regulators give the developer 45 days to supply technical details and clarify tribal notifications for its proposed underwater data center near Eastport.
Ordinance that would prohibit DeepGreen data-center project in Eastport scheduled for hearing in August
The City Council, the Washington County Commission and the Passamaquoddy Tribe have all raised objections to the project.
Lubec officials table a proposal to charge residents for fire and emergency services after receiving pushback
Selectmen approved funding for the Paula Tinker Memorial Lubec Junior Firefighters program, first pitched to the board in April.