City of Calais

09/10/2026

09/10/2026

List of Certified Candidates for the Calais Municipal Election on November 3, 2026.:

For Member of City Council-3 Year Term (2 open seats)
Nicole F. Brandt 1 Peace St.
Thomas S. Chambers 40 Partridge Ln.
C Edward Moreside 52 Baring St.
William F. Quinn 23 Swan St
Bryan M. Stevens 26 Cleveland St.

For Member of School Committee-3 Year Term: (2 open seats)
Casey Lea Carr 21 Cleveland St.
Madison M. DeMolet 918 Main St.

For Member of School Committee-2 Year Term (1 open seat)
Dale E. Earle 51 St. Croix Dr.
Leigh-Ann Voisine 228 South St.

09/08/2026

PUBLIC NOTICE – YELLOW WATER
The Water Department is aware of reports of yellow or discolored water throughout the system and is actively working to resolve the issue.

The discoloration was caused by a sprinkler contractor using a large volume of water, which disturbed naturally occurring iron sediment within the water distribution system. This disturbance can temporarily cause the water to appear yellow, brown, or discolored.

The water remains safe to use. The discoloration is primarily an aesthetic issue caused by the iron sediment being stirred up in the system. While the appearance of the water may be unpleasant or concerning, the discoloration does not mean the water is unsafe.

Our crews are working to flush the affected areas and restore the water system to normal conditions. Customers should not expect to see significant improvement until later tonight as this process continues.

If your water is discolored, we recommend allowing your cold water to run for several minutes until it clears. Avoid using hot water while the water is discolored, as this may draw sediment into your hot water system.

We understand that discolored water can be concerning and inconvenient, and we sincerely apologize for the disruption. Please be assured that our Water Department is monitoring the situation closely and is taking the necessary steps to correct it as quickly as possible.

Thank you for your patience and understanding while we work to restore clear water throughout the system.

Water Department

08/19/2026

08/19/2026

The tax revaluation team is on Baring Street today! The vehicle does have identification on the sides, as well as our workers has identification on them.

08/17/2026

NOMINATION PETITIONS for the Calais Municipal Election on November 3, 2026 are now available in the office of the Calais City Clerk for the following positions:

City Council - 3 Year Term-Two Positions Available
School Committee - 3 Year Term-Two Positions Available
School Committee - 2 Year Term-One Position Available

These petitions must be filed by 12:00 Noon on Friday, September 4, 2026. For more information, please contact the Calais City Clerk at 454-5822.
Reminders:
• Candidates for office must be a registered voter in the City of Calais
• By City Charter, candidates for office cannot be employed with any city department including the Calais School Department.
• Individuals signing nomination petitions must be a registered Calais voter
• Individuals may sign as many petitions as there are open positions (example: If there are two council seats open, voters may sign two nomination petitions)
• If a voter signs more than the number of petitions allowed, their signature will be counted as valid only on the first petition(s) to be returned
• Candidates must collect at least 25 and no more than 50 valid signatures
• Petitions must be returned by the filing deadline of 12:00 Noon, Friday, September 4, 2026
• Ballot order will be determined by drawing lots on Friday, September 4th @ 2 PM

07/28/2026

Please note the date change! Music on the green will be tomorrow evening!

**PLEASE SHARE**UPDATED CONCERT INFORMATION!** This week's concert in the park has a new day and time--Join us tomorrow, Wednesday, July 29, beginning at 6:30 (instead of 6:00) for Take Two, playing everyone's favorite hits!

Frank Richard and Deb Richard LaPointe will perform together as Take Two. Frank’s musical résumé is extensive, dating back to his teenage years when he began playing in venues before he was even old enough to legally enter them. He’s been a member of numerous groups, including Tammah, Under Cover, and Caught in the Act, and later formed the family band Thicker Than Water, which released two albums and was featured at Canada’s Country Music Week and the East Coast Music Conference.

Deb has shared the stage with groups like Tammah, Thicker Than Water, and One Night Stand. A talented songwriter and backing vocalist, Deb is also a sought-after collaborator in both live and studio settings.

The Take Two concert will begin at 6:30 (instead of 6:00) on Wednesday, July 29, at Flat Iron Park. See ya downtown!

07/01/2026

Holiday Closure Notice

The City of Calais would like to remind residents that in observance of Independence Day:

• The City Building will be closed on Friday, July 3.
• The Transfer Station will be closed on Saturday, July 4.

As our nation celebrates the 250th anniversary of American independence (1776–2026), we wish everyone a safe and enjoyable holiday weekend. Thank you, and Happy Independence Day!