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Southwest Harbor Plans Vote on Updated Fire Department Ordinance. The proposed revisions would update an ordinance that dates to 1995 and reflect changes in the Fire Department’s staffing, responsibilities and mutual-aid commitments.
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Southwest Harbor Plans Vote on Updated Fire Department Ordinance.

The proposed revisions would update an ordinance that dates to 1995 and reflect changes in the Fire Department’s staffing, responsibilities and mutual-aid commitments. Carrie Jones Aug 27, 2026 The Bar Harbor Story is generously sponsored by Restaurant Barn. SOUTHWEST HARBOR—Voters in Southwest Harbor will have a chance to approve (or not) changes to the town’s fire ordinance. The Southwest Harbor Select Board moved the potential changes … Continue reading Southwest Harbor Plans Vote on Updated Fire Department Ordinance.

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She Needed a Bike. Southwest Harbor’s Community Made Sure She Got One. At the almost-annual Bike Rodeo, police, Lions Club members, local businesses, and emergency responders came together to help local kids ride safer—and look out for one another.
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She Needed a Bike. Southwest Harbor’s Community Made Sure She Got One.

At the almost-annual Bike Rodeo, police, Lions Club members, local businesses, and emergency responders came together to help local kids ride safer—and look out for one another. Carrie Jones and Shaun Farrar Aug 26, 2026 The Bar Harbor Story is generously sponsored by Viridian Law. BAR HARBOR—Southwest Harbor Police Sergeant Rick Graham smiled and leaned over, Saturday, August 22. His voice had a hushed joy to it as … Continue reading She Needed a Bike. Southwest Harbor’s Community Made Sure She Got One.

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A Soil Rule in Southwest Harbor Has Become a Real Estate Problem. The town is examining whether its current requirements are too broad and how to make them clearer for property owners and officials.
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A Soil Rule in Southwest Harbor Has Become a Real Estate Problem.

The town is examining whether its current requirements are too broad and how to make them clearer for property owners and officials. Carrie Jones Aug 26, 2026 The Bar Harbor Story is generously sponsored by Coastal Kayaking Tours and Acadia Bike. SOUTHWEST HARBOR—According to one local realtor, newspaper articles about Southwest Harbor’s November 2025 soil ordinance has prevented his client from selling her home. “On one … Continue reading A Soil Rule in Southwest Harbor Has Become a Real Estate Problem.

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Fences, Piers, Poles, Procedures, and Parking Lots: A Planning Board Roundup
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Fences, Piers, Poles, Procedures, and Parking Lots: A Planning Board Roundup

Carrie Jones Aug 20, 2026 The Bar Harbor Story is generously sponsored by ArtWaves. MOUNT DESERT ISLAND—Throughout August, planning boards and design review boards have been working at their various towns on projects that vary from fences to signage to potential land use (or LUZO) ordinance changes. Because it’s been a busy summer for news, we’ve compiled a bit of a round-up here. BAR HARBOR DESIGN … Continue reading Fences, Piers, Poles, Procedures, and Parking Lots: A Planning Board Roundup

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Southwest Harbor Soil Rules Was Meant to Protect Residents. Now Officials Are Working to Clarify Those Rules. The ordinance was written in response to contamination concerns near a local landfill, but its broad language could require testing on more than 800 parcels.
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Southwest Harbor Soil Rules Were Meant to Protect Residents. Now Officials Are Working to Clarify Those Rules.

The ordinance was written in response to contamination concerns near a local landfill, but its broad language could require testing on more than 800 parcels. Carrie Jones Aug 20, 2026 The Bar Harbor Story is generously sponsored by the Maine Seacoast Mission. SOUTHWEST HARBOR—The Musson Group’s Noel Musson sat at the long desk in the Southwest Harbor Meeting Room with the members of the town’s Land … Continue reading Southwest Harbor Soil Rules Were Meant to Protect Residents. Now Officials Are Working to Clarify Those Rules.

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In Southwest Harbor, a School Reorganization Plan Raises Big Questions. The town joined other Mount Desert Island communities in sending the proposal to voters after a discussion about debt, property, and representation.
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In Southwest Harbor, a School Reorganization Plan Raises Big Questions.

The town joined other Mount Desert Island communities in sending the proposal to voters after a discussion about debt, property, and representation. Carrie Jones Aug 14, 2026 The Bar Harbor Story is generously sponsored by the Maine Seacoast Mission. SOUTHWEST—Earlier this week, Southwest Harbor joined Bar Harbor and Mount Desert in ordering that the school reorganization article be placed on the November 3 ballot. The plan—if … Continue reading In Southwest Harbor, a School Reorganization Plan Raises Big Questions.

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As Short-Term Rentals Are Potentially Spreading, Southwest Harbor Takes Stock.

Select Board asks town manager to explore rental inventory as neighboring communities revisit STR policies. The Bar Harbor Story is generously sponsored by First National Wealth Management. SOUTHWEST HARBOR—The goal the town’s Select Board gave its town manager was clear, August 11: Find out what the town has to do procedurally to inventory its rentals, both long-term and short-term. The directive came after a short-term … Continue reading As Short-Term Rentals Are Potentially Spreading, Southwest Harbor Takes Stock.

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"We Want to Be There Every Night": Southwest Harbor-Tremont Ambulance Service Works Toward 24/7 Coverage and Sustainability. New executive director speaks to community home health plans for the per-diem agency.
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“We Want to Be There Every Night”: Southwest Harbor-Tremont Ambulance Service Works Toward 24/7 Coverage and Sustainability.

New executive director speaks to community home health plans for the per-diem agency. Carrie Jones Jul 30, 2026 The Bar Harbor Story is generously sponsored by the Maine Seacoast Mission. SOUTHWEST HARBOR—On the western side of Mount Desert Island, emergency medical services (EMS) and ambulances are a lifeline in medical emergencies and keeping a constant ambulance presence is a priority, representatives of the non-profit Southwest Harbor-Tremont … Continue reading “We Want to Be There Every Night”: Southwest Harbor-Tremont Ambulance Service Works Toward 24/7 Coverage and Sustainability.

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After Tragedy, Lindenwood Inn Begins a New Chapter. Southwest Harbor Approves Lindenwood Inn Liquor License Amid Ownership Transition.
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After Tragedy, Lindenwood Inn Begins a New Chapter.

Southwest Harbor Approves Lindenwood Inn Liquor License Amid Ownership Transition. Carrie Jones Jul 20, 2026 The Bar Harbor Story is generously sponsored by the Bar Harbor Historical Society. SOUTHWEST HARBOR—The Lindenwood Inn has new owners, but the property’s pending sale created an unusual challenge for the Southwest Harbor Select Board as members worked through the inn’s liquor license renewal last week. On the agenda, the request … Continue reading After Tragedy, Lindenwood Inn Begins a New Chapter.

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Marshall Brook Residents Still Waiting for Answers. Questions about contaminated wells, a proposed water line, and who is responsible dominated more than an hour of discussion before the Southwest Harbor Select Board.
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Marshall Brook Residents Still Waiting for Answers.

Questions about contaminated wells, a proposed water line, and who is responsible dominated more than an hour of discussion before the Southwest Harbor Select Board. Carrie Jones Jul 16, 2026 The Bar Harbor Story is generously sponsored by Window Panes Home and Garden. SOUTHWEST HARBOR—”It’s always been a fight,” said Jodie Aragona as she sat in the front row of the Southwest Harbor Select Board meeting, … Continue reading Marshall Brook Residents Still Waiting for Answers.

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