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Mount Desert Select Board Wraps Up Business in Under Three Minutes Bank Invoice Leads to Quick Special Meeting in Mount Desert
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Mount Desert Selectboard Wraps Up Business in Under Three Minutes

Bank Invoice Leads to Quick Special Meeting in Mount Desert Carrie Jones Jul 03, 2026 The Bar Harbor Story is generously sponsored by Thrive Juice Bar & Kitchen. MOUNT DESERT—In a speedy special meeting that lasted less than three minutes, the Mount Desert Selectboard approved a slightly tweaked treasurer’s warrant for the town this week. The June 29 meeting might have been even quicker, but new … Continue reading Mount Desert Selectboard Wraps Up Business in Under Three Minutes

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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.
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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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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 Grand Dame Returns: Asticou Hotel Begins Its Next Era. At the Asticou, the Past and Future Share the Same Rooms
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A Grand Dame Returns: Asticou Hotel Begins Its Next Era.

At the Asticou, the Past and Future Share the Same Rooms Carrie Jones Jun 20, 2026 The Bar Harbor Story is generously sponsored by Window Panes Home and Garden. MOUNT DESERT—The Asticou Hotel in Northeast Harbor opened its historic doors for an open house and neighborhood community welcome, June 16. And what greeted them was an embrace of new ownership of a 19th century hotel that … Continue reading A Grand Dame Returns: Asticou Hotel Begins Its Next Era.

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Why Mount Desert Fire and Ambulance Needs New Drug Vaults and Software

New Federal Rules Are Changing How Mount Desert Paramedics Carry Lifesaving Drugs. Carrie Jones Jun 17, 2026 The Bar Harbor Story is generously sponsored by Paradis Ace Hardware. MOUNT DESERT—The town’s fire department and ambulance service requested funds from the town’s Selectboard, June 15, so that it can comply with federal rule changes about controlled substances used by paramedics in the field on calls. In March, … Continue reading Why Mount Desert Fire and Ambulance Needs New Drug Vaults and Software

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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.
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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.

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After a Complicated Bid Process, Mount Desert Looks Ahead to a New Skating Rink The Selectboard approved a $1.07 million contract for the long-anticipated recreation project.
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After a Complicated Bid Process, Mount Desert Looks Ahead to a New Skating Rink

The Selectboard approved a $1.07 million contract for the long-anticipated recreation project. Carrie Jones May 26, 2026 The Bar Harbor Story is generously sponsored by Viridian Law. MOUNT DESERT—After an extended bidding process, work on the town’s ice skating rink is expected to begin in September 2026. The rink is at the town’s tennis courts in Northeast Harbor. In May 2025, voters in the town approved … Continue reading After a Complicated Bid Process, Mount Desert Looks Ahead to a New Skating Rink

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From Trail Builders to Town Budgets: A Meeting About the Heart of a the Mount Desert Community Mount Desert Approves All Budget Articles and Elects Officers While Honoring Cliff Olson and Durlin Lunt.
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From Trail Builders to Town Budgets: A Meeting About the Heart of a the Mount Desert Community

Mount Desert Approves All Budget Articles and Elects Officers While Honoring Cliff Olson and Durlin Lunt. Carrie Jones May 06, 2026 The Bar Harbor Story is generously sponsored by Paradis Ace Hardware. MOUNT DESERT—Cliff Olson spent his entire life working behind the scenes, making people’s lives better, but on Tuesday during the Mount Desert Town Meeting in the Neighborhood House Hall, his image—along with his wife … Continue reading From Trail Builders to Town Budgets: A Meeting About the Heart of a the Mount Desert Community

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Mount Desert Election and Town Meeting Coming Up!
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Mount Desert Election and Town Meeting Coming Up!

Carrie Jones Apr 25, 2026 The Bar Harbor Story is generously sponsored by Restaurant Barn. MOUNT DESERT — Mount Desert voters have a chance to support town officials in multiple uncontested races, Monday, May 4 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Voting on those candidates happens May 4 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. at the town office meeting room at 21 Sea Street. The annual … Continue reading Mount Desert Election and Town Meeting Coming Up!

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Somesville Intersection Camera Is Traffic Equipment, Not Surveillance. On Mount Desert Island, Officials Address Fears Over Traffic Camera.
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Somesville Intersection Camera Is Traffic Equipment, Not Surveillance.

On Mount Desert Island, Officials Address Fears Over Traffic Camera. Carrie Jones and Shaun Farrar Apr 14, 2026 The Bar Harbor Story is generously sponsored by Choco-Latté Café. SOMESVILLE—A camera mounted on a pole at a major intersection in Somesville is likely just a camera from the Maine Department of Transportation used to control the cycling of the traffic lights, according to Bar Harbor and Mount Desert Police … Continue reading Somesville Intersection Camera Is Traffic Equipment, Not Surveillance.

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