Leaders of fire and rescue departments in Harpswell expressed support and opposition to the possible construction of a central emergency services facility during a panel discussion at the Orr’s Island Library on Aug. 15. Fire Chief David Mercier, of Harpswell Neck Fire and Rescue, said there is “absolutely no question that we should be moving […]
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Midcoast volunteers to gather for coastal cleanup on 9/11
In the spirit of service and remembrance, a beach cleanup will be held Wednesday, Sept. 11, in Phippsburg.
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After outcry, Harpswell scales back goals for affordable housing
In response to public outcry, Harpswell’s Affordable Housing Working Group has eliminated several recommendations, including development of housing on town land. Instead, the group is now advising smaller-scale initiatives. In a revised report issued July 17, the working group focused on repurposing existing properties and encouraging the development of lower-cost single-family homes, duplexes, townhomes and accessory dwelling […]
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Midcoast launches 100+ Women Who Care chapter
Local women unite to bolster area nonprofits.
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Brunswick man who died in boating accident was hardworking, community-focused
Sam Sharpe, 23, of Brunswick, died after a boating accident in South Harpswell on Friday.
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Harpswell boater dies after being struck by propeller
The Maine Marine Patrol is investigating the death of 23-year-old Samuel Sharpe.
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Stories from Maine: A hard-fought effort to move a statue to the Midcoast
By April 1939, the Great Depression was nearly over and the United States was ready to celebrate at the World’s Fair in New York, where every state in the Union would have a place to exhibit. Portland artist Victor Kahill wanted to create a statue for this fair, and his composition of a Maine fisherman […]
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Harpswell man seriously injured after crashing car into tree
Jeffrey Berkowitz, 76, was transported to Maine Med with life-threatening injuries after he fell asleep at the wheel, the Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office said.
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Fishermen’s Association introduces a new era for working waterfront resilience
As federal aid from January storms rolls in, waterfront owners are left to wonder what the path to recovery looks like. Enter the Maine Coast Fishermen’s Association’s new rapid relief Go Fish! Fund.
