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Guinea pigs invade Cundy’s Harbor in new children’s book

Guinea pigs invade Cundy’s Harbor in new children’s book

By Bisi Cameron Yee • September 5, 2026

Inspired by its beauty and close-knit community, author Kayla James set her new children's book, "The Chronicles of a Guinea Pig 2," in Cundy's Harbor.

From humble beginnings on Orr’s Island, Hatch on Maine emerges into largest space yet

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From humble beginnings on Orr’s Island, Hatch on Maine emerges into largest space yet

By Connie Sage Conner • September 5, 2026

Looking for unique gifts? What about a decorative pillow with a nautical chart of Harpswell? Maybe "Good Morning Captain" soap? Or a fluffy toy goat, chicken or duck?

Gallery: From a fun run to a solemn prayer, Cundy’s Harbor Days celebrates the community and honors its heritage

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Gallery: From a fun run to a solemn prayer, Cundy’s Harbor Days celebrates the community and honors its heritage

By Bisi Cameron Yee • September 2, 2026

Cundy's Harbor Days has mermaids on land and boaters in blindfolds, but the annual festival also has a serious side, with a traditional blessing of the fleet and fundraisers to support the village's independent fire department.

Gallery: In this annual Cundy’s Harbor odyssey, many leave but few return dry

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Gallery: In this annual Cundy’s Harbor odyssey, many leave but few return dry

By Bisi Cameron Yee • September 2, 2026

An action-packed highlight of the annual Cundy's Harbor Days festival, the lobster crate races at Holbrook's Wharf send most of those brave enough to enter into the harbor after just a few steps. In this year's version, just three contestants — all in the under-100-pound category — returned to the float dry.

Bench dust-up surfaces tensions in Giant’s Stairs neighborhood

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Bench dust-up surfaces tensions in Giant’s Stairs neighborhood

By Jeffrey Good • September 1, 2026

Ruby Pinders grew up in Maine, spent years building a business with her husband in Vermont, and then came home. As her 77th birthday approached this summer, she traveled to the Giant's Stairs on Bailey Island to walk beside familiar waters.

Special Reports

The $42 Million Question

The Harpswell Anchor's 2026 special report, "The $42 Million Question," examines the state of the lobster fishery in Harpswell. Anchor journalists interviewed lobstermen at wharfs across town and talked to scientists and economists to gain their perspective.

byHarpswell Anchor

August 31, 2026