Castine News

A data-collection buoy that can be plopped in the ocean and used to determine the suitability of remote locations for offshore wind farms is ready for real-world testing, the University of Maine announced Friday.

What tales shaped New England identities in the 17th and 18th centuries? Storyteller and historian Jo Radner will provide some answers to this question during New England Stories: Braving the Middle Ground, a performance at the Wilson Museum, 120 Perkins Street, on Tuesday, June 4, at 1 p.m., according to a news release.

Updated, end-unit two-bedroom Ducktrap condo with water views. Granite counters, woodburning fireplace, wood floors.

Board of Selectmen meeting agendas in Castine routinely include "Acknowledge members of the public and address their requests, if any." Castine resident David Adams brought up a need for more light on town streets, especially when days are shorter.

New England Saltbox, "Chatham" by McKie Roth Design. Solid and secure on 5 peaceful and secluded acres near ocean.

In early June, the University of Maine will launch a small-scale offshore demonstrator of a floating wind turbine, fabricated in its lab with a lightweight concrete foundation and composite tower.

After more than three decades teaching students the ins and outs of science, math, English and how to act in the classroom, Cheryl Pelletier will reign over her class for the last time on June 12 when Adams School dismisses its students for the school year.

Absolutely wonderful shingled house at treetop level with abundant light, mountain views and privacy.

The Board of Trustees of Maine Maritime Academy met on May 3, with standing committees held earlier that day, including the ad hoc strategic plan committee.

Waterfront Contemporary cottage in beautiful, natural setting on Rackliff Island, accessed via causeway.

Maine Maritime Academy freshmen Sean O'Connor, Brian Bentley and Eric Cressey eat lunch in one of messes aboard the Training Ship State of Maine.

Bright and open shingled waterfront house with oversized windows, high ceilings, and a constant sea breeze.

Cold Comfort Theater in partnership with the Belfast Maskers will present John Cariani's "Almost, Maine," directed by Aynne Ames, in Belfast, Searsport and Castine.

Local news and information from Blue Hill, Brooklin, Brooksville, Castine, Deer Isle, Isle au Haut, Penobscot, Sedgwick, Stonington and Surry, Maine.

The state has released a Report Card of schools in the state, awarding every elementary and high school a grade from A-F. In Union 93, Surry Elementary School received an A; Blue Hill Consolidated School a B; and schools in Brooksville, Castine and Penobscot each received a "C." Union 76 elementary schools in Brooklin and Sedgwick both received a ... (more)