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09/04/2026

VIDEO: The Abbe Museum played host to an exceptional piece of history earlier this month, exhibiting one of the original copies of the Declaration of Independence for members of the public on Friday, Aug. 22, and Saturday, Aug. 23.

09/04/2026

The number one goal, Planning Director Michele Gagnon told the members of the board, is to get out from under the moratorium that the council just voted to extend for 180 days. The Planning Department's number two priority is to have conversations w…

The number one goal, Planning Director Michele Gagnon told the members of the board, is to get out from under the moratorium that the council just voted to extend for

09/04/2026

“We want this to be a place for people to congregate and enjoy some live music. We’re really getting back to conversation, music, and good food,” said head chef Travis Tapley.

“We want this to be a place for people to congregate and enjoy some live music. We’re really getting back to conversation, music, and good food,” said head chef Travis

09/03/2026

The Acadia Chamber is currently having its open house in Southwest Harbor. A ribbon cutting ceremony will commence shortly!

09/03/2026

Golden Anchor's remaining Rule 80B appeal has been transferred to the business and consumer court, according to Duddy's order, but its status is currently pending while resident Charles Sidman appeals the court's decision to deny his motion to inter…

Golden Anchor's remaining Rule 80B appeal has been transferred to the business and consumer court, according to Duddy's order, but its status is currently pending while resident Charles Sidman appeals

09/03/2026

BAR HARBOR — More than a century after it arrived in Bar Harbor, a painting of St. Sylvia has returned to one of its original homes.

09/03/2026

BAR HARBOR — Bar Harbor Whale Watch Company is celebrating September with three specialty cruises designed to take guests beyond the traditional boat tour and immerse them in the history, wildlife and natural beauty of the Maine Coast and Gulf of Ma…

BAR HARBOR — Bar Harbor Whale Watch Company is celebrating September with three specialty cruises designed to take guests beyond the traditional boat tour and immerse them in the history,

09/02/2026

SOUTHWEST HARBOR — The Water and Sewer District is currently addressing the odor and noise complaints received about the new wastewater plant located near Dysart’s Marina in downtown Southwest Harbor.

09/02/2026

SOUTHWEST HARBOR — Amongst a vibrant September bloom at the Charlotte Rhoades Butterfly Park and Garden, Ann Judd is carefully timing monarch releases.

09/02/2026

SOUTHWEST HARBOR — As the first day of school finished at Pemetic Elementary School, Principal Carolyn Todd shared her enthusiasm for the new school year and her first official school year as principal at Pemetic.

SOUTHWEST HARBOR — As the first day of school finished at Pemetic Elementary School, Principal Carolyn Todd shared her enthusiasm for the new school year and her first official school