Author: carriejonesbooks

I am the NYT and internationally-bestselling author of children's books, which include the NEED series, FLYING series, TIME STOPPERS series, DEAR BULLY and other books. I'm a podcaster, editor, and writing coach. I like hedgehogs and puppies and warm places. I have none of these things in my life.
"They Were a Lifesaver": The Quiet Work of Mount Desert Nursing Association. Patients, staff, volunteers, and supporters gathered at Archie's Lobster Pound to celebrate and raise funds for the nonprofit that has helped neighbors heal for generations.
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“They Were a Lifesaver”: The Quiet Work of Mount Desert Nursing Association.

Patients, staff, volunteers, and supporters gathered at Archie’s Lobster Pound to celebrate and raise funds for the nonprofit that has helped neighbors heal for generations. Carrie Jones Jun 27, 2026 TREMONT—During the Mount Desert Nursing Association’s fundraising event in the giant structure of Archie’s Lobster Pound, one woman leaned in and whispered, “They were a lifesaver.” Another’s husband stopped mid-stride and enthused, “I cannot rave … Continue reading “They Were a Lifesaver”: The Quiet Work of Mount Desert Nursing Association.

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Internal Memo Tells National Parks Not to Report Deaths

Memo applies to “all Interior bureaus and offices.” Jun 27, 2026 by Ethan Andrews/BDN ACADIA NATIONAL PARK—Officials at Acadia National Park may stop reporting deaths in the park. That possibility comes from a U.S. Department of the Interior internal memo obtained by the Washington Post instructing staff at national parks not to confirm deaths or provide details about severe injuries on park property. According to the memo, which … Continue reading Internal Memo Tells National Parks Not to Report Deaths

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At Least Four Whoopie Pies. One Mile. Zero Vomiting Allowed.

The World’s Possibly Messiest Mile Returns to Bar Harborm July 3. BAR HARBOR—The runners plotted out strategies. Maybe they should split the bun and shoot the cream. Maybe, instead, they should dunk the whole pie in water? Maybe they should gulp? Slowly chew. Should they sprint? Run? Just walk really fast and try not to vomit? Each of the dozens of contestants in the Whoopie … Continue reading At Least Four Whoopie Pies. One Mile. Zero Vomiting Allowed.

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Trenton Voters to Consider $5,290 Budget Increase at July 7 Special Town Meeting. Holiday Pay, Audit Costs Prompt Special Town Meeting in Trenton.
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Trenton Voters to Consider $5,920 Budget Increase at July 7 Special Town Meeting.

Holiday Pay, Audit Costs Prompt Special Town Meeting in Trenton. Shaun Farrar Jun 26, 2026 The Bar Harbor Story is generously sponsored by the Bar Harbor Music Festival. TRENTON—A special town meeting will be held in Trenton on Tuesday, July 7, at 7 p.m., at the municipal building due to the need to adjust a copy of budget items. Following Select Board Chair Fred Ehrlenbach’s presentation of … Continue reading Trenton Voters to Consider $5,920 Budget Increase at July 7 Special Town Meeting.

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Mount Desert Planning Board Approves Multiple Marine Structures. Clifton Dock changes are a go.
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Mount Desert Planning Board Approves Multiple Marine Structures.

Clifton Dock changes are a go. Carrie Jones Jun 26, 2026 The Bar Harbor Story is generously sponsored by Bar Harbor Bicycle Shop. MOUNT DESERT—Applications for three marine structures came before the Mount Desert Planning Board, June 24. Two of the applications were to add a bit more room to one floating structure off Harborside Drive. The other was to elevate and protect a pier and … Continue reading Mount Desert Planning Board Approves Multiple Marine Structures.

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A Bright Haven: Bar Harbor Food Pantry Celebrates First Year Downtown Demand Climbs as Bar Harbor Food Pantry Settles Into New Home
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A Bright Haven: Bar Harbor Food Pantry Celebrates First Year Downtown

Demand Climbs as Bar Harbor Food Pantry Settles Into New Home Carrie Jones Jun 25, 2026 The Bar Harbor Story is generously sponsored by Coastal Kayaking Tours and Acadia Bike. BAR HARBOR—A year after relocating from a crowded basement space to its bright downtown home, the Bar HBAR HARBOR—A year after relocating from a crowded basement space to its bright downtown home, the Bar Harbor Food … Continue reading A Bright Haven: Bar Harbor Food Pantry Celebrates First Year Downtown

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A Carefully Crafted Yes: Southwest Harbor Approves School Resource Officer
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Southwest Harbor, Coast Guard Seek Workshop After Paid Parking Concerns Erupt During Select Board Meeting.

Officials Aim to Strengthen Ties After Parking Discussion Carrie Jones Jun 25, 2026 The Bar Harbor Story is generously sponsored by the Bar Harbor Historical Society. SOUTHWEST HARBOR—Tension and worries between the town and the Coast Guard base over the town’s new paid parking program at the Lower Town Dock bubbled out during the Select Board meeting, June 23. The tension was about parking, contined into … Continue reading Southwest Harbor, Coast Guard Seek Workshop After Paid Parking Concerns Erupt During Select Board Meeting.

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GoFundMe Set Up to Help Four Workers Displaced by Town Hill Apartment Fire.
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GoFundMe Set Up to Help Four Workers Displaced by Town Hill Apartment Fire.

Carrie Jones Jun 24, 2026 The Bar Harbor Story is generously sponsored by First National Bank. TOWN HILL—A GoFundMe has been set up to help four workers whose staff housing was destroyed, June 23, during a fire. The fire had been at 11 West Eden Avenue, which contains a storage building and attached apartment. Four team members who work in the kayak and bike tour industry were living at … Continue reading GoFundMe Set Up to Help Four Workers Displaced by Town Hill Apartment Fire.

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Maine, Not Any Business, Owns MDI Shipwreck
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Maine, Not Any Business, Owns MDI Shipwreck

Jun 24, 2026 The Bar Harbor Story is generously sponsored by Window Panes Home and Garden. PORTLAND—The shipwreck of the Delhi, located in Somes Sound, is owned by the state. That’s what U.S. Magistrate Judge Jon Nivison, a federal judge, determined, June 23, after months of deliberations and files over the fate of the two-masted schooner, the Delhi. The schooner sank just over 130 years ago, in 1893, at … Continue reading Maine, Not Any Business, Owns MDI Shipwreck

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One Seat, Three Applicants, and a Notable Decision. Select Board Replaces Planning Board Vice Chair Lee Worcester With Former Member.
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One Seat, Three Applicants, and a Notable Decision.

Select Board Replaces Planning Board Vice Chair Lee Worcester With Former Member. Carrie Jones Jun 24, 2026 The Bar Harbor Story is generously sponsored by Viridian Law. SOUTHWEST HARBOR—The Southwest Harbor Select Board did not choose to reappoint its Planning Board Vice Chair Ben “Lee” Worcester back onto the Planning Board, during its January 23 meeting. Instead, the board unanimously appointed David Lloyd, who has previously … Continue reading One Seat, Three Applicants, and a Notable Decision.

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