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ArtWaves Celebrates Summer—and the Power of Connection A Summer Solstice gathering highlighted the organization's larger goal: creating a welcoming "third space" where art, wellness and community intersect.
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ArtWaves Celebrates Summer—and the Power of Connection

A Summer Solstice gathering highlighted the organization’s larger goal: creating a welcoming “third space” where art, wellness and community intersect. Carrie Jones Jul 01, 2026 The Bar Harbor Story is generously sponsored by Window Panes Home and Garden. TOWN HILL—For years, ArtWaves has been combining art and community and celebration. That continues this summer which started off with a solstice celebration at the nonprofit’s Town Hill … Continue reading ArtWaves Celebrates Summer—and the Power of Connection

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They Thought the Lobster Boat Races Were Fading. Then the Town Turned It Into a Full-Blown Festival of Fun. Three days. Slippery fish relays. Awesome boats. And a Town That Shows Up For Itself
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They Thought the Lobster Boat Races Were Fading. Then the Town Turned It Into a Full-Blown Festival of Fun.

Three days. Slippery fish relays. Awesome boats. And a Town That Shows Up For Itself Carrie Jones Jun 29, 2026 The Bar Harbor Story is generously sponsored by Paradis Ace Hardware. TREMONT— Before the lobster boats thundered across Bass Harbor, before the antique cars parked all around Gordius Garage, and before grown adults and kids slipped across the asphalt carrying giant pollock while wearing borrowed fishing gear … Continue reading They Thought the Lobster Boat Races Were Fading. Then the Town Turned It Into a Full-Blown Festival of Fun.

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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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‘You Are Here’ Brings Hollywood Talent and Small-Town Heart to the Big Screen and It's Makers Will Host it All at the Criterion. From West Point to Hollywood to Small-Town America in an RV with a Stowaway Cat, ‘You Are Here’ Motors to Finds Its Audience in Bar Harbor
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‘You Are Here’ Brings Hollywood Talent and Small-Town Heart to the Big Screen and Its Makers Will Host it All at the Criterion.

From West Point to Hollywood to Small-Town America in an RV with a Stowaway Cat, ‘You Are Here’ Motors to Finds Its Audience in Bar Harbor Carrie Jones Jun 19, 2026 The Bar Harbor Story is generously sponsored by Coastal Kayaking Tours and Acadia Bike. BAR HARBOR— For most filmmakers, finishing a movie marks the end of the journey. For Claire Rose and Jack Kennedy, and … Continue reading ‘You Are Here’ Brings Hollywood Talent and Small-Town Heart to the Big Screen and Its Makers Will Host it All at the Criterion.

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Across MDI, Residents Found Simple Ways to Make a Difference.

Shovels, Seedlings, and Soccer Cleats: Community Spirit on Display Across MDI. Carrie Jones Jun 18, 2026 The Bar Harbor Story is generously sponsored by the Maine Seacoast Mission. MOUNT DESERT ISLAND—On a spring weekend across Mount Desert Island, residents gathered to spread fresh mulch beneath a playground in Town Hill, browse perennials and herbs at a Bar Harbor church plant sale, and trade gently used sports … Continue reading Across MDI, Residents Found Simple Ways to Make a Difference.

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Learning Celebration Brings Trenton Students and Community Together at The Grange

The Bar Harbor Story is generously sponsored by The Witham Family Hotels Charitable Fund. TRENTON—School may be over, but Trenton’s students head into the summer having made an impact on each other and their community. The sounds of laughter, conversation, and proud storytelling and its images filled The Trenton Grange recently as Grade 1 and Grade 2 students from Trenton Elementary School gathered with families, … Continue reading Learning Celebration Brings Trenton Students and Community Together at The Grange

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A Beacon Shines on Main Street. Guest article by Mike Reynolds with photos from Amy Henderson
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A Beacon Shines on Main Street.

Guest article by Mike Reynolds with photos from Amy Henderson Jun 15, 2026 The Bar Harbor Story is generously sponsored by First National Wealth Management. This article was contributed by Mike Reynolds. MOUNT DESERT ISLAND REGION—“Gilbert and Sullivan!” — No, seriously. If you mention these names in front of any crowd of around thirty 20 to 35-year-olds anywhere in the area, you will get mixed results. … Continue reading A Beacon Shines on Main Street.

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As Her Oldest Daughter Went From Kindergarten to Graduation. Susan Reiff Allen Never Left the Table. A Tireless Advocate for Kids Steps Away After 15 Years.
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As Her Oldest Daughter Went From Kindergarten to Graduation. Susan Reiff Allen Never Left the Table.

A Tireless Advocate for Kids Steps Away After 15 Years. Carrie Jones Jun 12, 2026 The Bar Harbor Story is generously sponsored by Restaurant Barn. SOUTHWEST HARBOR—For 15 years, Susan Reiff Allen has served the students and school staff of the Mount Desert Island region. She’s done more than that, though. As the longest serving board member, Allen has given time in many leadership capacities including … Continue reading As Her Oldest Daughter Went From Kindergarten to Graduation. Susan Reiff Allen Never Left the Table.

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'Keep Moving Forward': MDI Graduates Embrace the Next Chapter. Leaving the Island, Carrying the Lessons: MDI High School Class of 2026 Graduates.
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‘Keep Moving Forward’: MDI Graduates Embrace the Next Chapter.

Leaving the Island, Carrying the Lessons: MDI High School Class of 2026 Graduates. Carrie Jones Jun 10, 2026 The Bar Harbor Story is generously sponsored by Paradis Ace Hardware. BAR HARBOR — Approximately 115 Mount Desert Island High School seniors received their diplomas, June 17, during the high school’s 58th commencement ceremonies. The ceremony in the Bernard Parady Gymnasium celebrated the accomplishments of the students and … Continue reading ‘Keep Moving Forward’: MDI Graduates Embrace the Next Chapter.

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Community Rolls Through Bar Harbor on Final Bike Bus Ride This School Year. Growing weekly event draws more than 100 participants, including Democratic Senate nominee Graham Platner.
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Community Rolls Through Bar Harbor on Final Bike Bus Ride This School Year.

Growing weekly event draws more than 100 participants, including Democratic Senate nominee Graham Platner. Carrie Jones Jun 10, 2026 The Bar Harbor Story is generously sponsored by Bar Harbor Bicycle Shop. BAR HARBOR—Jeremy Dougherty lives his life knowing that work means effort, that community is shaped, and that when people do something together and if you add bubbles and music and kids and exercise? Well, if … Continue reading Community Rolls Through Bar Harbor on Final Bike Bus Ride This School Year.

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