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Harpswell artists share ‘love of place’ in Brunswick library’s new gallery

The Oct. 7 opening reception for the Doucett New Art Gallery at Curtis Memorial Library in Brunswick brought out almost 100 supporters to celebrate its collection of original works by local artists.

byBisi Cameron Yee

October 31, 2026

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Harpswell’s Private Chef: Stuffed endive appetizer

Searching for a holiday appetizer that looks impressive but is simple to put together? These stuffed endive leaves are the answer. I always find myself hunting for new appetizers when I host, then I usually end up going back to my favorites. These stuffed endive leaves are fun and easy, and they're often on that list of go-to appetizers.

byAmanda Palma

October 29, 2026

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Sustainability author honored with Phillips Award

A former lawyer who shifted gears to become a sustainability author and Earth Day organizer has become the seventh recipient of an annual community service award named for Harpswell volunteer Walter H. "Doc" Phillips.

byJeffrey Good

October 21, 2026

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First Person: ‘Everybody is living their lives and I adjust the haircut for them’

"I love being a barber because it's one of the only industries where you'll see somebody who's 85 still going in and working a few hours. People do it their whole lives. It's not something you get into and can't wait to retire from."

byJeffrey Good

October 7, 2026

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Harpswell student wins state civics competition, advances to nationals

A Harpswell student will compete for a $100,000 scholarship at the National Civics Bee in Washington, D.C., this October, as the state champion from Maine.

byJonathan Bisson

October 6, 2026

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New minister brings global perspectives to Elijah Kellogg Church

Bob Ganung started his career as a minister in New Harbor. Fifty-some years later, he's a new minister again, about 25 miles southwest at Elijah Kellogg Church.

bySam Lemonick

October 4, 2026

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Orr’s Island blood drive honors the memory of two gentle giants

United in grief over the untimely deaths of their sons, Susan McIntire and Diane Gagne joined hands — and arms — on Sept. 21 to donate blood in a community drive designed to honor the young men and potentially save lives in Harpswell and beyond.

byJeffrey Good

October 3, 2026

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Great Island couple opens print shop in Brunswick

A Harpswell couple has opened a printing and marketing business in Brunswick, drawing upon their experience in the big-city advertising world and their ability to complement each other's skills.

byKenneth Z. Chutchian

September 6, 2026

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Guinea pigs invade Cundy’s Harbor in new children’s book

Inspired by its beauty and close-knit community, author Kayla James set her new children's book, "The Chronicles of a Guinea Pig 2," in Cundy's Harbor.

byBisi Cameron Yee

September 5, 2026

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From humble beginnings on Orr’s Island, Hatch on Maine emerges into largest space yet

Looking for unique gifts? What about a decorative pillow with a nautical chart of Harpswell? Maybe "Good Morning Captain" soap? Or a fluffy toy goat, chicken or duck?

byConnie Sage Conner

September 5, 2026

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Harpswell artists share ‘love of place’ in Brunswick library’s new gallery

Harpswell’s Private Chef: Stuffed endive appetizer

Sustainability author honored with Phillips Award

First Person: ‘Everybody is living their lives and I adjust the haircut for them’

Harpswell student wins state civics competition, advances to nationals

New minister brings global perspectives to Elijah Kellogg Church

Orr’s Island blood drive honors the memory of two gentle giants

Great Island couple opens print shop in Brunswick

Guinea pigs invade Cundy’s Harbor in new children’s book

From humble beginnings on Orr’s Island, Hatch on Maine emerges into largest space yet

In underdog bid against Senate leader, Orr’s Island Republican has ‘all the polling I need’

Time to shake up Augusta

Harpswell Naturalist: The eastern moose

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