Many former slaves settled in Bath, Brunswick, Harpswell and Topsham.
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Harpswell artist debuts new solo exhibition at River Arts in Damariscotta
Joanne Tarlin paints semi-abstract symbolic landscapes that aim to ‘express the tone of our nation.’
Portland photos from the 1980s show the city’s grittier days
The exhibit ‘Lapsed Time’ is on view at the Maine Historical Society in Portland through Dec. 31, featuring 24 black-and-white images by photographer David Etnier.
Obituary: Robert “Bob” Ballantyne Jackson
HARPSWELL – On a beautiful fall day, Oct. 17, 2025, Bob Jackson passed away, peacefully at home after a long illness, …
Brunswick Rotary Club presents Phillips Award to conservationist
Jym St. Pierre has spent nearly five decades serving Maine lands.
Obituary: Dorothy “Dot” Ann Golding Litchfield
HARPSWELL – Dorothy “Dot” Ann Golding Litchfield, 90, passed peacefully into the arms of her beloved Savior on Oct. 14, 2025. …
Mt. Ararat inducts inaugural Athletics Hall of Honors class
Nine athletes, two coaches, one contributor and one team were honored last Saturday.
Engine failure leads to dramatic rescue off Harpswell island
An express cruiser ran aground and began taking on water on Oct. 6. Help from Bailey Island, Portland, Yarmouth and Cundy’s Harbor soon arrived, and two people were rescued.
Older Mainers stay connected with help from community groups
Age-friendly organizations across the state are hosting social events, volunteering free rides and providing other services and supports necessary for Maine’s seniors to stay active in their communities.
Harpswell man dies in Tuesday morning fire
State investigators are working to determine what caused the fire that killed 78-year-old Hugh MacFarlane early Tuesday morning.