Popham Beach

Published
August 25, 2022

New mobility pathway makes Popham Beach more accessible for all

As part of Gov. Janet Mill's new job plan, she has dedicated $50 million to improve infrastructure at state parks across Maine, making them more accessible for visitors.
Published
August 24, 2022

State parks on pace for another record year

COVID-19 restrictions are largely a thing of the past, but the influx of visitors to Maine State Parks that started as a response to pandemic isolation hasn't slowed.
Published
August 17, 2022

Popham Beach Flare Night parade and bonfire set for Friday
Published
August 4, 2022

Local surf spot under threat from climate change, national group says

But local surfers say other human threats, like overcrowding and lack of beach access, pose bigger threat to Higgins Beach in Scarborough.
Published
August 1, 2022

Another shark seen swimming off Popham Beach State Park

Sunday night's shark sighting forced park officials to close the beach for swimming.
Published
July 28, 2022

Great white shark sighting confirmed at Popham Beach State Park

Swimmers were ordered to leave the ocean after a paddle boarder spotted the shark Wednesday evening, but the beach resumed normal operations Thursday.
Published
July 1, 2022

Popham Beach Library announces summer programs
Published
July 27, 2021

Phippsburg chapel to mark 125th anniversary

The three-day anniversary celebration will include an art show, silent auction and marriage vow renewals.
Published
September 28, 2020

Popham Chapel group launches fundraiser for chapel repairs, anniversary celebration

The proceeds from the brick walkway will fund repairs to the chapel as well as a 3-day celebration to recognize the chapel's 125th anniversary next August.
Published
August 3, 2020

Shark-related water restrictions lifted at 3 Maine state parks

Activities at Reid State Park remain limited to waist-deep water because of a shortage of lifeguards.