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Friday, November 08, 2024The Future Vision of Bar Harbor Informational Session with Q&A on the Bar Harbor 2035 Comprehensive Plan
The Future Vision of Bar Harbor Informational Session with Q&A on the Bar Harbor 2035 Comprehensive Plan November 20, 2024 from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM BAR HARBOR— The Bar Harbor Planning Department will introduce the future vision of Bar Harbor, also referred to as the Bar Harbor 2035 Comprehensive Plan. This is an opportunity to better understand the Plan that will guide the Town’s decisions about future changes for the next 10+ years. This Plan will likely be voted on in 2025 to decide whether or
Thursday, November 07, 2024Pet of the Week - Iggy & Zora
PET OF THE WEEK We’ve been busy with the bonded pairs, and we’re so pleased to introduce to you yet another dynamic duo - Iggy & Zora! Iggy and Zora are around 2 years old and just as sweet as can be. Even when they were nervous and shy upon first coming to us here at the SPCA-HC, they’ve always been kind and gentle. Now that they’re more comfortable, they’re showing how truly loving and precious they are! The second someone wanders near their living space here at the shelter, they pop right over to the
Thursday, November 07, 2024Milagro Coffee & Espresso Opens Year Round Under New Owner With Refined Name
Southwest Harbor, Maine - Milagro Coffee & Espresso recently announced a new owner taking the reins after 22 years. Milagro Coffee & Espresso will operate in Southwest Harbor year-round with a rebrand to Milagro Coffee Bar. Milagro Coffee Bar invites the community out for its grand reopening with an espresso toast on Tuesday, November 12th at 10 am. After 22 years of servicing Mount Desert Island and the surrounding community, former owners Shawn Robinette and Brian White announced on October
Tuesday, November 05, 2024Hundreds of Volunteers Turn Out for the 34th Annual Take Pride in Acadia Day
Photo Caption: Volunteers from L.L. Bean rake leaves off of the carriage roads in Acadia National Park during Take Pride in Acadia Day on November 2. (Photo courtesy of Evie Linantud/Friends of Acadia)BAR HARBOR — Approximately 330 volunteers turned up on a chilly fall day to show their love for the park during the annual Take Pride in Acadia Day on November 2. Volunteers cleared fallen leaves from drainage areas on nearly 10 miles of carriage roads in 21 locations. The effort focused on areas where
Friday, November 01, 2024Bar Harbor Bank & Trust Announces Honor a Veteran Contest That Will Gift $1,000 to a Local Veteran and an Additional $1,000 to a Nonprofit Serving Veterans
Bar Harbor, Maine – Bar Harbor Bank & Trust today announced the Honor a Veteran contest, an online campaign that gives community members the opportunity to nominate a veteran or active service member who they feel deserves recognition for their dedication to our country. One nominee will be selected to receive $1,000 cash and a $1,000 donation to a nonprofit organization of their choice that specifically serves veterans. The Bank will accept nominations at https://refer.barharbor.bank/veteran from
Thursday, October 31, 2024Pet of the Week - Miram, The Snaggletooth Sweetheart
PET OF THE WEEKWe are truly baffled that Miriam, AKA “The Snaggletooth Sweetheart”, is still waiting for her forever home here at the SPCA-HC. Miriam is the kindest, most gentle senior lady with all the love in the world to give. She is our go-to dog to bring to events and public outings because she has a perfect temperament with everyone… cats, dogs, kids, adults - you name it, she loves it! She will make an incredible companion, or even a perfect pet to bring into the office with you! She’s also a
Monday, October 28, 2024Bar Harbor Chamber of Commerce Celebrates 2024 Annual Dinner
BAR HARBOR, Maine – On Friday evening, October 25th, members of the Bar Harbor Chamber of Commerce gathered as the Chamber presented several awards to deserving businesses and community leaders at its annual dinner held this year at the Atlantic Oceanside Hotel & Event Center. Awards were presented in the following six categories. The President’s Award is selected by the President of the Board of Directors to honor the business or person they admire most in our community. Board President, Bo
Thursday, October 24, 2024Pet of the Week - Xube
PET OF THE WEEK This is Xube and and he’s exuuuberant! He’s a young pup and he acts like it. Xube loves people and playing; he could do it all day - cuddles, play, repeat! He is one of the Fab 5 from a state seizure who has had to overcome a lot. His puppy years have come and gone while he’s been shuffling around shelters, and he’s really ready to find his forever. It is non-negotiable that he go to a home with no other animals. He does not like dogs. He does not like cats. He thinks small animals are
Thursday, October 17, 2024Pet of the Week - Jagger
PET OF THE WEEKSeeking a cuddle buddy for fall? Look no further… Jagger and her blanky are more than qualified! Jagger raised seven (yes, seven!) babies while in our care. One of our amazing fosters gave her a calm, safe place to raise her babies until they were ready to be adopted. All of Jagger’s kittens have found homes and now she is waiting for her turn. Jagger has discovered the magic of snuggling up with a warm fuzzy blanket and tucks herself in for naps after a long day of being adorable and
Wednesday, October 16, 2024Machias Savings Bank Named One of the Best Places to Work in Maine
MACHIAS, Maine (October 15, 2024) - Machias Savings Bank (MSB) has been recognized as one of the Best Places to Work in Maine, ranking #4 in the "Large Employer" category in the annual statewide program. This initiative highlights the top employers in Maine while offering organizations valuable employee feedback. This marks the 17th consecutive year that Machias Savings Bank has been included in the Best Places to Work in Maine rankings. Since moving into the Large Employer category (250+ employees) in
Wednesday, October 16, 2024Purple Pinkie Day: Rotary Club of Bar Harbor (MDI) Fights to End Polio Worldwide
BAR HARBOR -- In honor of World Polio Day on October 24, the Bar Harbor (MDI) Rotary Club will host Purple Pinkie Day as a part of Rotary International’s 36-year mission to eradicate the crippling disease polio. The Bar Harbor (MDI) Rotary Club and community volunteers will be painting the town purple on October 24! Club members will paint pinkies for $1 to promote polio awareness. We will gather at the table between The First National Bank of Bar Harbor and Bar Harbor Banking and Trust on Main Street
Tuesday, October 15, 2024MDI Hospital Receives $10,000 Connection, Health, and Equity Through Food (CHEF) Grant from the Maine Council on Aging
Bar Harbor, Maine – Mount Desert Island (MDI) Hospital is grateful to announce a pivotal grant award geared toward addressing the needs of older people in our service area. Through its Connection, Health, and Equity Through Food (CHEF) project, the Maine Council on Aging funds organizations and projects supporting the needs of diverse older adults, including improving equitable access to food, and increasing opportunities for socialization. MDI Hospital has received a $10,000 CHEF grant to support the 2024
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