In Southwest Harbor, a School Reorganization Plan Raises Big Questions.
The town joined other Mount Desert Island communities in sending the proposal to voters after a discussion about debt, property, and representation. Carrie Jones Aug 14, 2026 The Bar Harbor Story is generously sponsored by the Maine Seacoast Mission. SOUTHWEST—Earlier this week, Southwest Harbor joined Bar Harbor and Mount Desert in ordering that the school reorganization article be placed on the November 3 ballot. The plan—if … Continue reading In Southwest Harbor, a School Reorganization Plan Raises Big Questions.
Great White Shark Spotted in Frenchman Bay Near Mount Desert Island.
An Ellsworth man said the shark was feeding on a seal when he spotted it Thursday. Carrie Jones Aug 14, 2026 The Bar Harbor Story is generously sponsored by ArtWaves. FRENCHMAN BAY—An Ellsworth man spotted a great white shark in the waters between Bar Harbor and Winter Harbor, he said. John DeRaps posted on Facebook, “I’ve been on the water my whole life and I have never seen … Continue reading Great White Shark Spotted in Frenchman Bay Near Mount Desert Island.
Tremont Animal Control Officer Duties Going to Southwest Harbor Police Department.
Police department will now perform animal control duties at no extra cost. Shaun Farrar Aug 13, 2026 The Bar Harbor Story is generously sponsored by Edward Jones Financial Advisor: Elise N. Frank. TREMONT—At its August 3 meeting, the Tremont Select Board approved an amended contract with the Town of Southwest Harbor for policing services. One of those amendments did away with the town providing animal control … Continue reading Tremont Animal Control Officer Duties Going to Southwest Harbor Police Department.
‘More Cars Is Never Going to be the Answer’: Bar Harbor Sustainable Tourism Task Force Talks Traffic.
The Sustainable Tourism Task Force is weighing parking changes, pedestrian infrastructure, and better alternatives to driving downtown. Carrie Jones Aug 13, 2026 The Bar Harbor Story is generously sponsored by Thrive Juice Bar & Kitchen. BAR HARBOR—In the middle of the Bar Harbor’s Sustainable Tourism Task Force meeting, August 12, member Jeremy Dougherty shared a harrowing story. “I had a one way car come down the … Continue reading ‘More Cars Is Never Going to be the Answer’: Bar Harbor Sustainable Tourism Task Force Talks Traffic.
The Race to Save Maine’s Seagrass Meadows
Eelgrass is declining along Maine’s coast. As scientists try to understand why, they’re also preparing to restore these crucial marine habitats. Aug 13, 2026 The Bar Harbor Story is generously sponsored by Witham Family Hotels. By Delger Erdenesanaa of the Maine Monitor MAINE—On a sunny afternoon in early August, the hot air rippled above a sandbar in Casco Bay as a group of researchers dove into the water. … Continue reading The Race to Save Maine’s Seagrass Meadows
Bar Harbor Parks and Rec Approves Next Year’s Corvette Show
Public Works employee applauded, public works collective bargaining agreement has been approved. Carrie Jones Aug 12, 2026 The Bar Harbor Story is generously sponsored by the Bar Harbor Historical Society. BAR HARBOR—In a quick meeting August 3, the Bar Harbor Parks & Recreation Committee elected leaders and approved an annual car display on the town’s ball fields while also discussing a new seasonal employee. Jeff Dobbs … Continue reading Bar Harbor Parks and Rec Approves Next Year’s Corvette Show
Maine’s New School Phone Ban Is About to Take Effect. Here’s How It Will Work at MDI High School.
The district has outlined new personal-device rules as it also works through staffing needs, building projects, and policy changes. Carrie Jones Aug 12, 2026 The Bar Harbor Story is generously sponsored by the Bar Harbor Music Festival. MOUNT DESERT ISLAND—The Mount Desert Island High School sent out an email, August 11, detailing aspects of how students can use their cell phone and other personal electronic devices with … Continue reading Maine’s New School Phone Ban Is About to Take Effect. Here’s How It Will Work at MDI High School.
As Short-Term Rentals Are Potentially Spreading, Southwest Harbor Takes Stock.
Select Board asks town manager to explore rental inventory as neighboring communities revisit STR policies. The Bar Harbor Story is generously sponsored by First National Wealth Management. SOUTHWEST HARBOR—The goal the town’s Select Board gave its town manager was clear, August 11: Find out what the town has to do procedurally to inventory its rentals, both long-term and short-term. The directive came after a short-term … Continue reading As Short-Term Rentals Are Potentially Spreading, Southwest Harbor Takes Stock.
After Nearly a Century, Deer Hunting Is Officially Coming Back to Tremont.
State wildlife officials approved a three-year special hunt despite questions about the island’s deer population, enforcement and the legal basis for the exception. Carrie Jones Aug 11, 2026 The Bar Harbor Story is generously sponsored by Paradis Ace Hardware. TREMONT—The Maine Inland Fisheries and Wildlife Advisory Council (IFW) approved the Town of Tremont’s special deer hunt today despite one member hoping for written assurances from the … Continue reading After Nearly a Century, Deer Hunting Is Officially Coming Back to Tremont.
Two Car Crash Closes Eden Street in Bar Harbor for Approximately 45 Minutes
Police updates for Bar Harbor, Mount Desert, Southwest Harbor, Tremont, State Police, and Hancock County Sheriff’s Department. Shaun Farrar Aug 11, 2026 The Bar Harbor Story is generously sponsored by Coastal Kayaking Tours and Acadia Bike. BAR HARBOR—On August 4, at approximately 1:15 p.m., the Bar Harbor Police and Fire Departments responded to a report of a two-vehicle crash on Eden Street with personal injury in … Continue reading Two Car Crash Closes Eden Street in Bar Harbor for Approximately 45 Minutes