10 "Monsters" that Dwell in Maine’s Waterways

10 “Monsters” that Dwell in Maine’s Waterways

Jul 02, 2026 The Bar Harbor Story is generously sponsored by Geddy’s. by Aislinn Sarnacki/BDN This story was originally published in July 2018. MAINE—It was early in the season to see moss animals, Gudrun Keszocze explained as she steered the canoe to the shallows of Pushaw Stream in late June. When the water warms to a certain temperature, these strange creatures start to grow and multiply, building colonies … Continue reading 10 “Monsters” that Dwell in Maine’s Waterways

Injured Hiker Rescued on Acadia Mountain

Injured Hiker Rescued on Acadia Mountain

Carrie Jones May 17, 2025 Share MOUNT DESERT ISLANDER—A woman was rescued May 9 after she injured her ankle hiking near the summit of Acadia Mountain. She was on the Acadia Mountain Trail. “On May 9, 2025 around 1:15 PM, park rangers responded to reports of a 31-year-old female hiker who had injured her ankle,” Acadia National Park Public Affairs Officer Acadia National Park Amanda … Continue reading Injured Hiker Rescued on Acadia Mountain