Letters

Hats off to bandstand volunteers

October 1, 2023

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The weekly bandstand concerts are perfect events for Harpswell. This beautiful venue is easy to attend and welcomes all our residents and visitors. Best of all, the artists that play there have been excellent and from a wide variety of styles.

The Mallett Brothers Band sure was great, and we appreciate the volunteers tackling and offering a larger event. I can’t wait to see next summer’s schedule. Hats off to the volunteers who put together an engaging schedule for us — another attribute that makes Harpswell a special place.

John Fitch, Harpswell

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Harpswell Anchor

The Harpswell Anchor, an independent, nonprofit news source, promotes civic engagement and serves its community by providing nonpartisan, trustworthy, in-depth news and information.

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Letters

Pay now or pay more later

I am currently a driver for the Cundy's Harbor Volunteer Fire Department, and I was on the board of the Orr's and Bailey Islands Fire Department for several years. I support the building of an additional fire station.

byHarpswell Anchor

May 8, 2025

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Letters

Oppose Mitchell Field boat launch

I oppose this idea of a large boat launch, with all that goes with it, at Mitchell Field. The recent disclosure that this could cost the town and its taxpayers more than $1.9 million seals it for me — not that I thought this was a good idea in the first place.

byHarpswell Anchor

June 30, 2024

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Letters

Preserving part of Harpswell’s history

The waterfront at Mitchell Field is our own piece of paradise. It's even got a building that could further the community's experience. There is value in preserving a part of Harpswell's history, with the administration building easily becoming a recreation center.

byHarpswell Anchor

January 25, 2025