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Work begins on more resilient town dock at Potts Point

Work begins on more resilient town dock at Potts Point

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.

Filming fear on Bailey Island

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Filming fear on Bailey Island

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.

New volunteers rescue support group for Cundy’s Harbor fire department

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New volunteers rescue support group for Cundy’s Harbor fire department

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.

Harpswell seeks new tenants for 2 wharf spaces near Orr’s Island Bridge

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Harpswell seeks new tenants for 2 wharf spaces near Orr’s Island Bridge

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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In ‘life-changing’ program, Mt. Ararat theater students learn what makes a good show great

High school theater is a rite of passage for many students, but for the cast and crew of Mt. Ararat Stage Company's "A Year with Frog and Toad," it's much more.

byBisi Cameron Yee

April 2, 2026