Former State Senate Candidate Charged with Alleged Vandalism at MDI Preserve

Feb 11, 2026 by Sabrina Martin/BDN MOUNT DESERT—A Mount Desert man who has run several times for elected office is facing a felony charge for allegedly vandalizing signs at a Mount Desert Island land preserve. Ian J. Schwartz is accused of damaging multiple signs and trail markers at a Mount Desert Land and Garden Preserve on March 28, 2025. The damage amounted to $1,000, according … Continue reading Former State Senate Candidate Charged with Alleged Vandalism at MDI Preserve

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Land and Garden Preserve Explains New Dog Policies

Leashes required at Little Long Pond from 10-4, May 1-September 30 Carrie Jones Apr 10, 2025 Share The Bar Harbor Story is generously sponsored by Swan Agency Real Estate. MOUNT DESERT—The vision of the Mount Desert Land & Garden Preserve has a one-word explanation: serenity. It’s hard to be serene when people are yelling at dogs, said Director of Natural Lands Tate Bushell. That’s just one … Continue reading Land and Garden Preserve Explains New Dog Policies

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