J. Craig Anderson

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Harpswell Anchor reporter J. Craig Anderson is a veteran journalist whose work has earned state, regional and national awards. Please send comments or news tips to craig@harpswellanchor.org.

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Passersby save Harpswell man on fire in dramatic citizen rescue

Two good Samaritans spotted a man on fire outside his burning vehicle on Friday morning along Harpswell Neck Road and used snow to put out the flames, according to an eyewitness and local fire officials.

byJ. Craig Anderson

March 12, 2026

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Select Board members criticize colleague’s Clark Cove advocacy

Harpswell Select Board Chair Kevin Johnson and member Matt Gilley on Thursday criticized member David Chipman for using his position to advocate against a referendum involving Clark Cove despite his personal ties to nearby property.

byJ. Craig Anderson

March 6, 2026

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HNPEA pauses youth summer camp for 2026

The Harpswell Neck Physical Education Association has put its youth summer camp on pause for 2026, citing the need to address facility repairs and other challenges before resuming in 2027.

byJ. Craig Anderson

March 6, 2026

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Recycling center resumes full service after equipment accident

Harpswell's A. Dennis Moore Recycling Center and Transfer Station returned to normal operations on Friday after an equipment accident temporarily rendered its trash compactors inoperable.

byJ. Craig Anderson

March 6, 2026

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Equipment accident temporarily limits services at recycling center

An equipment accident has temporarily disrupted operations at Harpswell's A. Dennis Moore Recycling Center and Transfer Station. The facility remains open to accept trash and compost, but can't take recycling or returnables.

byJ. Craig Anderson

March 5, 2026

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Debate about Clark Cove lingers as Harpswell heads to Town Meeting

Harpswell voters will decide a slate of local issues at this year's annual Town Meeting on Saturday, March 14, including a contested referendum about improving public access to a state-owned parcel at Clark Cove.

byJ. Craig Anderson

March 2, 2026

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Johnson seeks 5th term on Harpswell Select Board

Harpswell Select Board Chair Kevin Johnson is seeking his fifth term, facing off against challenger Ellen Glew for one of three seats on the town's governing board.

byJ. Craig Anderson

March 2, 2026

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Select Board challenger calls for more consideration of public input

Harpswell Select Board candidate Ellen Glew said she wants the town's decision-making to be more inclusive and responsive to resident feedback.

byJ. Craig Anderson

March 2, 2026

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School board members cite progress, stability in reelection bids

Harpswell residents William "Bart" Beattie and Gregory Greenleaf say they want to maintain the stability and progress of recent years as they seek, without opposition, to retain their seats on the local school board in the March 14 election.

byJ. Craig Anderson

March 2, 2026