Canada drops seafood from retaliatory tariffs on U.S.<\/b><\/p>\n
Developing news on the tariff front.<\/span><\/p>\n Canadian officials say they have decided to remove seafood products from the retaliatory tariffs that are set to go into effect Sept. 8.<\/span><\/p>\n WABI news reports the announcement was made Wednesday night by Canada\u2019s department of finance.<\/span><\/p>\n This after Canada announced tariffs on more than 20 billion dollars worth of American imports including lobster after the Trump administration imposed 50% tariffs on some Canadian goods.<\/span><\/p>\n According to the Maine Lobstermen\u2019s Association Canada purchases about half of Maine lobster during the fall fishing season.<\/span><\/p>\n https:\/\/www.wabi.tv\/2026\/08\/27\/canada-drops-seafood-retaliatory-tariff-list-us-goods\/?utm_source=taboola&utm_medium=organicclicks&tbref=hp<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n Maine Maritime Academy cuts one program to expand another<\/b><\/p>\n After noticing a decline in an ocean studies program, Maine Maritime Academy has cut it.<\/span><\/p>\n Oceanography has officially ended at MMA after a vote.<\/span><\/p>\n The Bangor Daily news says the academy\u2019s board of trustees made the decision however more offerings could come about in nuclear engineering technology.<\/span><\/p>\n Leaders at MMA say for years the oceanography program has seen low enrollment however with that decision no faculty would be affected.<\/span><\/p>\n https:\/\/www.bangordailynews.com\/2026\/08\/27\/hancock\/hancock-education\/maine-maritime-academy-cuts-oceanography-adds-nuclear-tech-joam40zk0w\/<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n Updated visuals of High Street presented to Ellsworth residents<\/b><\/p>\n During a city meeting on Tuesday night, final designs of the High Street corridor study were presented.<\/span><\/p>\n City officials have been compiling feedback from residents and stakeholders on how to improve the area of High Street between the Main and Myrick intersection.<\/span><\/p>\n The Ellsworth American reports the study focuses on pedestrian and bicyclist safety, stormwater streetscaping, and green infrastructure.<\/span><\/p>\n However, some remain concerned about how the improvements could impact taxpayer money and the possibility of some residents who\u2019ve called the area home for decades lost their homes.<\/span><\/p>\n The city council, Maine DOT and technical assistance partners will review the final designs before things move forward.<\/span><\/p>\n https:\/\/www.ellsworthamerican.com\/news\/city-presents-updated-high-street-corridor-study\/article_829a1953-ea77-453f-bc5e-2c9400e3a1a6.html<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n Knox County Sheriff\u2019s deputy seriously injured after arrest<\/b><\/p>\n While attempting an arrest to a wanted person in Friendship, a Knox County Sheriff\u2019s deputy was seriously injured.<\/span><\/p>\n It happened on Wednesday afternoon.<\/span><\/p>\n The Pen Bay Pilot reports during an ongoing investigation, a physical altercation broke out between a deputy and the person he was trying to arrest resulting in serious injuries to the deputy.<\/span><\/p>\n The name of the deputy was not released and he was in stable condition.<\/span><\/p>\n https:\/\/www.wabi.tv\/2026\/08\/27\/knox-county-sheriffs-deputy-seriously-injured-during-attempted-arrest\/<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n New composting options available with Ellsworth pilot program<\/b><\/p>\n The City of Ellsworth announced residents will have more options when it comes to composting.<\/span><\/p>\n A free food composting pilot program is expected to open on Sept. 2 at the Ellsworth Transfer Station.<\/span><\/p>\n The project is a part of one of the first efforts through the city\u2019s $74,000 community action grant which was announced in July.<\/span><\/p>\n Options Ellsworth residents have are listed below:<\/span><\/p>\n Land return & stewardship at forefront for COA\u2019s next Coffee and Conversation<\/b><\/p>\n As the College of the Atlantic continues their conversations around informative topics within the region, the topic around the final Coffee & Conversation session has been announced.<\/span><\/p>\n On Tuesday, Sept. 1, discussions around land, authority and stewardship to Wabanaki communities will be the focus.<\/span><\/p>\n The free event will take place at the Thomas S. Gates Jr. Community Center starting at 9:30 a.m.<\/span><\/p>\n To register and get your spot follow the link.<\/span><\/p>\n\n