Harpswell Anchor

Harpswell Anchor

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

Should Harpswell be honoring Mitchell?

From Liza Adams Thompson: In light of recent revelations in the Epstein files about the relationship between George Mitchell and the notorious pedophile and sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, the Harpswell community may want to consider renaming Mitchell Field.

Ed Levine

Edward Alan "Ed" Levine, 67, of Orr's Island, Maine, formerly of New Rochelle, New York, and Sharon, Massachusetts, passed away surrounded by family on Feb. 14, 2026. Ed leaves behind his beloved wife, Barbara Nodiff, and his Australian cattle dog, Bogie.

Guide to Town Meeting 2026

The Harpswell Anchor's second annual Guide to Town Meeting contains everything voters need to know before the Town Meeting on Saturday, March 14. You'll find our complete "Guide to Town Meeting" from the March print edition, plus bonus features — every story from 2.5 years of reporting on Clark Cove and all of your letters on the election and referendum issues.

A Good Read: A successful return

When we reintroduced "A Good Read" in October 2024, the response was immediate and enthusiastic. We run two photos in each edition, but we have a growing backlog of submissions. We decided to publish this "special edition" to catch up — a little bit — and say thank you to everyone who brings the Anchor along on their travels.

Vote no on Curtis funding

From Liz Taylor: I love reading, books and libraries. However, I think it's time for Harpswell to stop appropriating money so anyone in Harpswell can get a free library card at Curtis Memorial Library, as it's not a good use of tax dollars.

Vote yes on Article 4

From Phil Taylor: Vote yes on Article 4 to have the town enter into a management agreement with the state to steward the Clark Cove property, which is currently controlled by the state.

Yes vote protects Clark Cove

Vote yes to protect Clark Cove. The parcel being discussed is state-owned land on Allen Point Road that is open for public use now! Why is it assumed use will drastically increase, followed by abuse and damage to surrounding properties, if the town manages the property?

Local management for Clark Cove

From Geoff Feiss: The Clark Cove property off Allen Point Road has been owned by the state for more than 50 years for the express purpose of providing recreational opportunities to Mainers. Now, the state and the town are proposing to enter into a management agreement to ensure this 18-acre parcel of shorefront land is better used for the benefit of residents and visitors.

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