Tremont Select Board Reorganizes, Discusses Land Use Changes and Reviews Local Roads.
Town officials say compliance with state requirements will be complex as discussions begin over density, housing opportunities, and short-term rentals. Shaun Farrar Jun 03, 2026 The Bar Harbor Story is generously sponsored by Coastal Kayaking Tours and Acadia Bike. TREMONT — From housing policy and short-term rentals to failing culverts and parking regulations, Tremont officials spent the past two Select Board meetings tackling a range of … Continue reading Tremont Select Board Reorganizes, Discusses Land Use Changes and Reviews Local Roads.
Mount Desert Appoints Assistant Fire Chief as Chief’s Retirement Nears.
Board also honors trail volunteer Cliff Olson, approves school climate grant, and authorizes salt purchase and new public works vehicle. Carrie Jones Jun 03, 2026 The Bar Harbor Story is generously sponsored by Restaurant Barn. MOUNT DESERT—A new assistant fire chief is officially coming to Mount Desert. Kyle Stewart is on his way from Utah and will begin working for the town, June 8. The town … Continue reading Mount Desert Appoints Assistant Fire Chief as Chief’s Retirement Nears.
End of an Era: Bar Harbor Holds Final Town Meeting at Conners Emerson School.
Voters approved municipal and school budgets, preserved school reserve funds, and honored longtime community leaders during the historic gathering. Carrie Jones Jun 03, 2026 The Bar Harbor Story is generously sponsored by the Maine Seacoast Mission. BAR HARBOR—The Bar Harbor Town Meeting, June 2, was a meeting of last times and a meeting of surprises. In what was likely the last Bar Harbor Town Meeting in … Continue reading End of an Era: Bar Harbor Holds Final Town Meeting at Conners Emerson School.
Acadia Advisory Commission Fails to Meet. Again.
Created by Congress, group fails to meet for third time in 18 months; it’s meant to meet three times each year. Jun 02, 2026 The Bar Harbor Story is generously sponsored by The Witham Family Hotels Charitable Fund. By Sabrina Martin/BDN Acadia National Park’s citizen advisory commission has missed its second meeting in a row, and its third meeting in less than a year and a … Continue reading Acadia Advisory Commission Fails to Meet. Again.
After Work-Related Interruption, Flag Installation Will Be Completed Soon
Police updates for Bar Harbor, Mount Desert, Southwest Harbor, Tremont, State Police, and Hancock County Sheriff’s Department. Shaun Farrar Jun 02, 2026 The Bar Harbor Story is generously sponsored by Geddy’s. TREMONT—The installation of American flags on utility poles lining Route 102 in Southwest Harbor and Tremont that began on May 30 suffered a minor setback when Jordan Camber, who is one of many volunteers helping … Continue reading After Work-Related Interruption, Flag Installation Will Be Completed Soon
If Approved, School Reorganization Plan Could Open Door to Island-Wide Middle School
Bar Harbor and Mount Desert debt obligations remain central issue in reorganization talks. Carrie Jones Jun 02, 2026 The Bar Harbor Story is generously sponsored by First National Wealth Management. BAR HARBOR—The discussion about Mount Desert Island’s proposed school reorganization is no longer just about budgets, governance, and who owns school buildings. For some supporters, it is also about a longer-term vision: bringing middle school students … Continue reading If Approved, School Reorganization Plan Could Open Door to Island-Wide Middle School
“First, Last, and Always Love.”
After years of building community on MDI, Rev. Rob Benson begins a new chapter. Carrie Jones Jun 01, 2026 The Bar Harbor Story is generously sponsored by Viridian Law. BAR HARBOR — After more than a decade leading Bar Harbor Congregational Church and helping launch community initiatives ranging from the MDI Backpack Program to racial equity efforts, Rev. Rob Benson will leave Mount Desert Island this … Continue reading “First, Last, and Always Love.”
THINGS TO DO IN THE MOUNT DESERT ISLAND REGION THIS WEEK.
And in the near future. Carrie Jones Jun 01, 2026 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 the past week, click on the archive section, and you’ll see … 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 01, 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.
Letter From a Reader.
Charles Sidman. May 31, 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 official … Continue reading Letter From a Reader.