Castine Patriot - December 5, 2024

In this issue

Castine's fire insurance rating improves. High schools like George Stevens Academy institute a new cell phone policy and find that it's working well—and that often it's the parents who need to respect boundaries. Are you looking for that fancy peppermint mocha for the holidays? While the internet won't tell you it's there, a small Starbucks is open to the public at Maine Maritime Academy.

Castine Patriot Newspaper Description:

The Castine Patriot, founded in 1980, is a comprehensive source of information about the communities of Castine and Penobscot, Maine. With a history dating back to the early 1600s, the town of Castine is home to the renowned Maine Maritime Academy, a vibrant deep-water harbor while both towns support historical and cultural organizations that promote their long and varied history. The Castine Patriot shares the stories and the important news that shapes Castine and Penobscot, with a particular focus on the people and institutions that make the community a special place to be.