Select Board rejects bid to place Mitchell Field building rehab on June ballot
The Harpswell Select Board has declined a local group’s request to ask voters in June to authorize a…
Harpswell man faces manslaughter charge in connection with fatal crash
A Harpswell resident and former state lawmaker has been indicted on manslaughter and other charges in connection with a fatal crash at a Brunswick intersection in December.
Harpswell artist lends imagery to Maine band’s moody album, ‘Enigma’
A new collaboration between Harpswell artist John Mishler and Maine-based band Human Moods stemmed from a chance meeting — not about art or music, but landscaping.
Harbormaster aims to cut response times with Cook’s Wharf lease
Harpswell’s harbormaster hopes to lease office and wharf space at Cook’s Wharf on Bailey Island, saying it would…
Select Board opts for secret ballot on fire station, despite objections
A vote on whether to build a $6 million municipal fire and rescue station will take place by…
Bailey Island cafe’s new owners promise fresh but familiar experience
The new owners of Fishnet Cafe on Bailey Island plan to bring fresh ideas to the business while still meeting the expectations of its longtime customers.
HHLT plans 2026 return for Nature Day Camp
The new leader of the Harpswell Heritage Land Trust said the organization's popular Nature Day Camp for kids will be on hiatus this summer, but will return in an improved form next year.
Land Trust’s new leader has ambitions to expand its activities
Harpswell resident Matt Newberg said he made an "easy decision" in October to accept an offer to lead Harpswell Heritage Land Trust into the future.
MSAD 75 lifts shelter-in-place order after missing student found safe
A shelter-in-place order imposed at all Maine School Administrative District 75 schools Wednesday morning has been lifted after…
Victim identified in Bailey Island house fire
The Maine State Fire Marshal’s Office has identified the man found dead inside a burned home on Bailey…
