10 “Monsters” that Dwell in Maine’s Waterways
Jul 02, 2026 The Bar Harbor Story is generously sponsored by Geddy’s. by Aislinn Sarnacki/BDN This story was originally published in July 2018. MAINE—It was early in the season to see moss animals, Gudrun Keszocze explained as she steered the canoe to the shallows of Pushaw Stream in late June. When the water warms to a certain temperature, these strange creatures start to grow and multiply, building colonies … Continue reading 10 “Monsters” that Dwell in Maine’s Waterways
Proposed School Reorganization Would Spread Existing and Future School Debt Across All Member Towns.
The latest RSU plan would combine operational and capital debt into one regional budget if voters approve it this fall. Carrie Jones Jul 01, 2026 The Bar Harbor Story is generously sponsored by Viridian Law. BAR HARBOR — One of the biggest changes in the latest proposal to reorganize Mount Desert Island-area schools isn’t about classrooms or governance. It’s about debt. Under the newest draft of … Continue reading Proposed School Reorganization Would Spread Existing and Future School Debt Across All Member Towns.
Extreme Heat and Poor Air Quality Prompt Health Warnings for Coastal Maine.
State and federal officials are encouraging residents to take precautions as high temperatures and elevated ozone levels affect the region. Carrie Jones Jul 01, 2026 The Bar Harbor Story is generously sponsored by the Maine Seacoast Mission. ACADIA REGION—The U.S. National Weather Service (NWS) has issued an extreme heat watch for Mount Desert Island and the surrounding area. This week, the heat wave has moved scorching … Continue reading Extreme Heat and Poor Air Quality Prompt Health Warnings for Coastal Maine.
Letter From a Reader
David C. Witham. Jun 30, 2026 LETTERS TO THE EDITOR POLICY We always welcome letter submissions to The Bar Harbor Story. For details on our policy, please visit our about page and scroll down or just visit here. As with all newspapers, the beliefs, opinions, and viewpoints expressed by the writers of letters to the editor and included here do not necessarily reflect the beliefs, opinions, and viewpoints or … Continue reading Letter From a Reader
Crash at the Head of Mount Desert Island Leads to Arrest and Multiple Charges
Police updates for Bar Harbor, Mount Desert, Southwest Harbor, Tremont, State Police, and Hancock County Sheriff’s Department. Shaun Farrar Jun 30, 2026 The Bar Harbor Story is generously sponsored by First National Wealth Management. BAR HARBOR—On June 23 at approximately 11:06 p.m., Officer Troy Stanwood was dispatched to a personal injury motor vehicle crash at the head of Mount Desert Island. According to a press release, … Continue reading Crash at the Head of Mount Desert Island Leads to Arrest and Multiple Charges
Meg Kelly, Chris Smith, and Louise Lopez Will Lead Bar Harbor’s Warrant Committee.
Committee looks to fill two vacant seats. Carrie Jones Jun 30, 2026 The Bar Harbor Story is generously sponsored by Edward Jones Financial Advisor: Elise N. Frank. BAR HARBOR—Meg Kelly, Chris Smith, and Louise Lopez will lead Bar Harbor’s Warrant Committee this year. After the June election of multiple returning and new members, the Bar Harbor Warrant Committee organized itself, Jun 29. The board still, however, isn’t full. … Continue reading Meg Kelly, Chris Smith, and Louise Lopez Will Lead Bar Harbor’s Warrant Committee.
Your Guide to Fourth of July Weekend on Mount Desert Island.
From the Whoopie Pie Mile and pancake breakfast to parades, fireworks, live music, and family fun, here’s everything happening July 3–5 across Mount Desert Island. Carrie Jones Jun 29, 2026 The Bar Harbor Story is generously sponsored by The Witham Family Hotels Charitable Fund. MOUNT DESERT ISLAND—Whether you’re looking for fireworks, lobster rolls, live music, or family activities, here’s your guide to Fourth of July weekend … Continue reading Your Guide to Fourth of July Weekend on Mount Desert Island.
THINGS TO DO IN THE MOUNT DESERT ISLAND REGION THIS WEEK.
And in the near future. Carrie Jones Jun 29, 2026 The Bar Harbor Story is generously sponsored by Restaurant Barn. THINGS TO DO It’s our weekly round-up, and we may have missed some things, so apologies! If you have something you’d like in here, please let us know. We hope you have some great adventures this week! To check out our news stories and briefs from … Continue reading THINGS TO DO IN THE MOUNT DESERT ISLAND REGION THIS WEEK.
ON THE AGENDA: Town & School Meetings This Week.
It’s our round up of upcoming government meetings. All are public. That means you can go and be involved. Carrie Jones Jun 29, 2026 Every week we document the Mount Desert Island region’s government and school meetings that we know of. Please let us know if we’ve missed something. Also, sometimes things on the town and school calendars are cancelled or rescheduled, so make sure … Continue reading ON THE AGENDA: Town & School Meetings This Week.
People We’ve Lost
Mark Allen Hawkes. Nancy Allen. Martha Ann Kataftos (Quinn). Priscilla Dorine Lanks. Brenda L. Williams. Patricia “Pat” Taniashvili. Elizabeth “Lily” Hall. Kenneth J. Salvatore. Carrie Jones Jun 28, 2026 Note: “People We’ve Lost” is a feature of the Bar Harbor Story where we share obituaries of people that the island lost in the previous 1-2 weeks. We’re doing this because we think everyone deserves to be … Continue reading People We’ve Lost