
By Kenneth Z. Chutchian • May 6, 2026
The humanitarian crisis in Cuba may not resonate with Americans who feel whiplashed by conflicts and crises around the globe and at home. But one Harpswell woman who first crossed the 90 miles between Cuba and Florida years ago recently returned to help people whose basic necessities are disappearing under the U.S. oil embargo imposed in January.

By Sam Lemonick • May 5, 2026
A recent tour of the Mid Coast Hunger Prevention Program's warehouse in Brunswick inspired an artist couple from Harpswell to contribute unique pieces for auction at the organization's upcoming fundraiser.

By J. Craig Anderson • May 4, 2026
Work is underway to replace the town dock at Potts Point, which was destroyed by back-to-back storms in January 2024, with a more resilient structure.

By J. Craig Anderson • May 4, 2026
Across Harpswell, more than a thousand private docks are being assembled and readied for summer recreation and commercial use.

By Bisi Cameron Yee • May 3, 2026
The boathouse on Bailey Island is dark and cold. A couple of long, wooden kayaks coated in dust are pushed to the side behind a stack of lobster traps. Johnny Berchtold kneels in a pool of light, trying to ignite an old tin heater. He looks up and peers into threatening shadows, then turns his attention back to the task at hand.

By J. Craig Anderson • May 2, 2026
In February, Freeport-based photographer Michelle Antoinette was mulling over ways to commemorate International Women's Day on March 8 when she received some inspiration from a friend.

By J. Craig Anderson • May 1, 2026
The Cundy's Harbor Volunteer Fire Department Auxiliary was on life support in 2025 when local business owner Allison Hawkes and a group of friends stepped in to revive the organization before it slipped away.

By J. Craig Anderson • April 28, 2026
Harpswell is seeking new tenants for two small wharf spaces on town land next to the Orr's Island Bridge, with new selection criteria that favor commercial fishermen and marine businesses from Harpswell.
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