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Bystanders’ quick response contains diesel spill in Cundy’s Harbor

Bystanders’ quick response contains diesel spill in Cundy’s Harbor

By Hannah Miller • June 26, 2026

A speedy response by bystanders helped prevent a diesel spill of about 40-50 gallons from polluting the waters of Cundy's Harbor on Wednesday, June 24.

Experts criticize ‘excessive’ redactions in state report on fatal house fire

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Experts criticize ‘excessive’ redactions in state report on fatal house fire

By J. Craig Anderson • June 25, 2026

Government transparency advocates say the state went too far in redacting an investigator's report on a fatal March 2025 house fire on Bailey Island, withholding details that are typically disclosed after an investigation has concluded.

At memorial for fire administrator, stories emerge of a calm leader — and his teenage heroics

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At memorial for fire administrator, stories emerge of a calm leader — and his teenage heroics

By J.W. Oliver • June 9, 2026

On April 16, 1993, 19-year-old volunteer firefighter Mike Drake had just arrived at a burning building in Bath when someone said a baby was inside. Drake grabbed a ladder and raced to an upstairs window. Once inside, he plucked the 18-month-old girl out of her crib before hustling back down.