Bar Harbor’s Citizen-Initiated Cruise Ship Ordinance Deemed Unconstitutional for Town’s Shoulder Seasons.
Judge Lance Walker releases 32-page order. Carrie Jones May 15, 2026 The Bar Harbor Story is generously sponsored by Edward Jones Financial Advisor: Elise N. Frank. BAR HARBOR—In a 32-page order released today, U.S. District Court Judge Lance Walker has declared that the Bar Harbor cruise ship ordinance is unconstitutional in all months other than July and August. “On behalf of the board and all APPLL … Continue reading Bar Harbor’s Citizen-Initiated Cruise Ship Ordinance Deemed Unconstitutional for Town’s Shoulder Seasons.
After Nine Years as a Select Board Member, May 4 Was Howard “Howdy” Goodwin’s Last Tremont Select Board Meeting.
Witham Family Hotels Charitable Fund Pays For Ferry Terminal Bracket. Shaun Farrar May 15, 2026 The Bar Harbor Story is generously sponsored by The Bar Harbor Music Festival. TREMONT—It’s not quite a decade, but it might as well be and a lot can change in nine years. Over the course of that time, Howard “Howdy” Goodwin has sat at the Tremont Select Board dais, a steady … Continue reading After Nine Years as a Select Board Member, May 4 Was Howard “Howdy” Goodwin’s Last Tremont Select Board Meeting.
What to Know About Getting Around Acadia National Park this Spring
Plus, recent press releases. May 15, 2026 The Bar Harbor Story is generously sponsored by Bar Harbor Bicycle Shop. by Sabrina Martin/Bangor Daily News ACADIA NATIONAL PARK—Everyone descending on Acadia National Park this spring will find most trails, roads and amenities open, with a few exceptions. A one-mile stretch of the popular Park Loop Road — a 27-mile scenic drive on the eastern side of Mount Desert Island … Continue reading What to Know About Getting Around Acadia National Park this Spring
High School Students Help Volunteers Keep a Coastal Resource—and Jobs—Afloat at Hadley Point.
Beach Cleanup Hopes to Continue to Keep Approximately 30 Local Jobs From Going Under. Carrie Jones and Shaun Farrar May 14, 2026 The Bar Harbor Story is generously sponsored by Restaurant Barn. BAR HARBOR—This year the clean-up of Hadley Point, organized by Marine Resource Committee members and members of the working waterfront got a little help. Lydia Stiles, Jenn Kramp, and Andrew O’Donnell, brought 11 high school students, … Continue reading High School Students Help Volunteers Keep a Coastal Resource—and Jobs—Afloat at Hadley Point.
Trenton Voters to Decide Budgets, Cannabis Shops, and Ordinance Changes at Upcoming Town Meeting
Fire Department Honors Kelton Muise. Carrie Jones May 14, 2026 The Bar Harbor Story is generously sponsored by the Maine Seacoast Mission. TRENTON—In a quick, convivial, ten-minute meeting, Tuesday, the Trenton Select Board approved a local restaurant’s permits, paid bills, and then discussed a cistern siting as well as the ancient bag phones that came before the modern cell phones. The amusement permit and liquor license … Continue reading Trenton Voters to Decide Budgets, Cannabis Shops, and Ordinance Changes at Upcoming Town Meeting
Lynn Boulger Takes COA’s Helm as College Searches for Its Next President.
COA Leadership Points to Enrollment Interest and Community Ties as They Plan Ahead Carrie Jones May 14, 2026 The Bar Harbor Story is generously sponsored by Window Panes Home and Garden. BAR HARBOR—At a time when headlines about higher education often focus on closures and financial strain, leaders at College of the Atlantic say the small Bar Harbor college is leaning on community ties, strong donor … Continue reading Lynn Boulger Takes COA’s Helm as College Searches for Its Next President.
Former MDI High Schooler Sues Principal for Not Intervening During Alleged 2024 Assault
May 13, 2026 by Sabrina Martin/Bangor Daily News BAR HARBOR—A former Mount Desert Island high school student has filed a federal lawsuit against the school’s current principal, alleging the administrator failed to intervene during a 2024 assault on school property. The civil complaint stems from an alleged attack at Mount Desert Island High School on the morning of Oct. 3, 2024, according to the lawsuit filed … Continue reading Former MDI High Schooler Sues Principal for Not Intervening During Alleged 2024 Assault
In Tremont, School and County Budgets Increase While Municipal Budget Stays Flat.
Town passes budget and land use ordinances in quick Tuesday meeting. Shaun Farrar May 13, 2026 The Bar Harbor Story is generously sponsored by First National Bank. TREMONT—Like a backup quarterback who plays almost the entire game and pulls off a decisive win, Assistant Moderator Keri Hayes managed to moderate the entire voting portion of Tremont’s Annual Town Meeting in less than 45 minutes on Tuesday … Continue reading In Tremont, School and County Budgets Increase While Municipal Budget Stays Flat.
Bar Harbor Residents Hear From Town Council Candidates Ahead of Election
League of Women Voters Downeast Forum at the Jesup Highlights Housing Visions and Infrastructure Carrie Jones May 13, 2026 The Bar Harbor Story is generously sponsored by Paradis Ace Hardware. BAR HARBOR—Six of the seven Town Council candidates were able to attend a League of Women Voters–Downeast forum at the Jesup Memorial Library on Monday, May 11. Council candidate Paul Saltysiak did not attend. On April … Continue reading Bar Harbor Residents Hear From Town Council Candidates Ahead of Election
PUC’s Staff Draft Recommendation Calls For Investigation of Bar Harbor’s New Water Rates.
Plus, press releases and a link to last night’s Bar Harbor Town Council forum. Carrie Jones May 12, 2026 The Bar Harbor Story is generously sponsored by The Witham Family Hotels Charitable Fund. BAR HARBOR—The Maine Public Utilities Commission (PUC) released a draft recommendation, May 11, that the commission investigate Bar Harbor’s new water rates. The draft recommendation comes after a 10-person citizen complaint to the Public Utilities … Continue reading PUC’s Staff Draft Recommendation Calls For Investigation of Bar Harbor’s New Water Rates.