After two summers of limited programming due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Popham Beach Library will bring back a complete calendar of programs and activities for the summer of 2022. The library welcomes all residents, seasonal residents, and visitors to stop by during regular hours to borrow new books and DVDs and have a cup […]
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Phippsburg chapel to mark 125th anniversary
The three-day anniversary celebration will include an art show, silent auction and marriage vow renewals.
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.
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.
State confirms sighting of great white shark off Bailey Island, urges caution in wake of fatal attack
The Maine Marine Patrol received a photo of the shark from a drone operator who made the sighting near Pond Island Ledges on Friday. Swimmers and paddlers are advised to be extra cautious around seals and schools of fish.
Popham Beach RV park ruling delayed a third time
A sound engineer’s opinion may be the deciding factor.
More beach restrictions added after new shark reports
Swimmers at Popham Beach State Park are restricted to ankle-deep water after lifeguards reported a possible shark sighting Wednesday.
Phippsburg to decide on proposed Popham Beach RV park
The meeting will be held at 5 p.m. Tuesday at Phippsburg Elementary School.
Proposed Popham Beach RV park decision delayed
Planning board members said they want the applicants to get an engineered audio plan to see what sort of setback or barrier, such as a fence or vegetation, would block the most noise from the site.
RV park proposed for Popham Beach, to chagrin of some neighbors
The Phippsburg Planning Board will meet to decide whether to approve the plan on July 7.