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COLLEGE OF THE ATLANTIC CELEBRATES COMMENCEMENT
BAR HARBOR — The College of the Atlantic class of 2024 celebrated with approximately 700 friends and family from near and far, trustees, faculty, staff, and students at COA’s 51st Commencement Ceremony Saturday, June 8. The Anah Highlander bagpipers led the opening procession, followed closely by 2024 Grand...
Buck's Harbor Marina sold to longtime summer resident
BROOKSVILLE — Buck’s Harbor Marina, closed last year during a long-running dispute between the town and former owner Jon Buck over mooring violations and town regulations, is set to reopen under new owners later this month. Andrew MacArthur, a seasonal resident and the president of a New York...
Minutolo and Friedmann reelected to Council
BAR HARBOR — Voters on Tuesday reelected both of their incumbent Town Council members, Joe Minutolo and Gary Friedmann, and approved all of the proposed land use ordinances put before them. This year’s election saw nine seats for the taking, including two positions on Town Council, one spot on...
Island police week of June 13
Bar Harbor — Andrew D. Smith, 44, of Southwest Harbor was driving a 2015 Subaru Legacy southbound on State Highway 3 on June 3, when he crossed the center line and struck the front end of a northbound 2012 Dodge Avenger. Joseph B. Willette, 30, of Old Town, was the Dodge’s driver. Officer Burne responded to the scene. —Willette declined medical attention, while Smith was taken to Mount Desert Island Hospital. After investigation, Smith was charged with operating under the influence and the civil charges of failure to maintain control of a motor vehicle and operating in more than one travel lane. Both vehicles were disabled from the crash and towed.
Maine college builds climate-friendly dorm out of wood
Today, most large buildings are made of steel and concrete. But at the College of the Atlantic in Bar Harbor, Maine, a new 12,000-square-foot dorm was built almost entirely of wood. It’s supported by engineered timber beams, sided and paneled in wood, and insulated with wood fiber from timber and...
The First Coast opens Bar Harbor exhibit and soundwalk
BAR HARBOR — Explore Bar Harbor, its people and history in a new multimedia exhibit and soundwalk at the Bar Harbor Historical Society created by First Coast. An opening reception at the historical society will be held on Thursday, June 13, from 4-6 p.m. Attendees can listen to audio, go for the audio soundwalk and enjoy refreshments. Bring headphones if you want to listen to the soundwalk. The exhibit will be available for viewing at the Bar Harbor Historical Society for the 2024 season.
FIre department responds to protect brook from gas spill
ORLAND — The Orland Fire Department on June 4 responded to a broken down vehicle on Happytown Road for a strong odor of gasoline. “Arriving units found the vehicle’s gas tank had broken free and lost its contents into the nearby culvert into a small run off stream,” the Fire Department posted on its Facebook page.
The Sweet Spot Celebrates Their Grand Opening [PHOTOS]
Downtown Ellsworth certainly has become a whole lot sweeter with the opening of The Sweet Spot! Located at 63 Main Street, they celebrated their Grand Opening on Saturday, June 8th. They had cotton candy, free popcorn, balloons and even tooth brushes to hand out! They are open daily starting at...
Penobscot man indicted for attempted murder
ELLSWORTH - A Penobscot man arrested in connection with a stabbing has been indicted for attempted murder. In February Hancock County Sheriff's Deputies responded to a distress call from a female resident of Penobscot, reporting a man experiencing a medical event. When deputies arrived, they discovered the woman who called...
Trenton announces third annual Butterfly Festival on July 13
TRENTON — A pollinator parade, a raffle, children’s activities, live monarch butterflies and educational stations will be at the third annual Butterfly Festival on July 13 from 3-5 p.m. hosted by Trenton Butterfly Gardens. The festival will take place at the fire pond behind the Trenton Town Office. (The rain date is July 20.) Participants of all ages are encouraged to dress up in their best pollinator costumes and march in a colorful procession during a day of activities celebrating these beautiful and important pollinators.
The Sweet Spot opens in Ellsworth
ELLSWORTH -- "The Sweet Spot" is a new candy shop that opened right next to a bakery of the same name, so customers can browse the sweet selections while grabbing a coffee. Located at 61 Main Street in Ellsworth, the store offers a variety of modern, old-fashioned and international candies.
Climate change discussion set
ELLSWORTH — The League of Women Voters — Downeast is hosting a panel discussion with local activists and civic leaders who are tackling climate change head-on on Saturday, June 22, from noon-2 p.m. at the Moore Community Center in Ellsworth. Panelists will include Raney Bench of the MDI...
Julia Gagnon to perform at multiple venues this summer
MAINE (WABI) - Maine’s own Julia Gagnon will be making her way around the state this summer as part of her ‘Here in Maine’ tour. Julia will be performing at the Union Fair on July 12 with her fiancé Nate. The star will also perform at...
Council to make annual appointments on July 16
BAR HARBOR — The Town Council will make annual appointments to boards, committees, commissions and task forces at its July 16 meeting. Anyone interested in serving is encouraged to complete an Application to Serve on Boards and Committees. Applications are available online at barharbormaine.gov under Latest News, along with a list of vacancies and other information. Completed applications are due to the Town Clerk’s office by 5 p.m. June 28 for July appointments. Contact (207) 288-4098 with any questions.
Caps Off to the Class of 2024 [PHOTOS]
When I was at Ellsworth High School and MDI High School the other day i was able to take some pictures of some graduation caps that were decorated! They range from silly to sentimental and everything in between!. If you've decorated your graduated cap, I invite you to share it...
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