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PublishedJune 23, 2024
On Peaks Island’s back shore, residents and tourists are divided over rock sculptures
Some visitors and residents of Peaks enjoy making cairns, sculptures made out of stacked rocks. But others think these sculptures taint the view and hurt the environment.
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PublishedFebruary 11, 2024
Tensions on Peaks Island: A road that never existed leads to fear about public access
A strip of land off Ryefield Street – a so-called paper street – has been the site of weddings, afternoon picnics and play dates for decades. But one island family has filed an ownership claim that others worry could cut the public off.
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PublishedJuly 26, 2023
Ferry ride, lobster bake: Peaks Island Road Race marks 35th year
The 5-miler takes runners around the perimeter of the island and provides a festive atmosphere at race's end.
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PublishedJuly 1, 2023
Dead whale found on the shore of Peaks Island
The Maine Marine Patrol identified the mammal discovered Saturday as a minke whale.
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PublishedDecember 4, 2022
Child-care funding cliff nears, putting Maine families and facilities at risk
As pandemic relief dwindles, 'the workforce behind the workforce' worries about its ability to keep providing high-demand services without significant and sustained support.
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PublishedOctober 25, 2022
Hammered by Amazon, Peaks’ only hardware store closing
Duffy's Island Hardware was a place Peaks residents could count on year-round for tools, supplies or a DIY gadget.
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PublishedAugust 24, 2022
Short-term rental proposal sparks debate about impact on Peaks and other Portland islands
Some on Peaks Island say a proposal to further restrict short-term rentals in Portland will have an outsized impact on the island and seasonal rentals, though supporters of the referendum say it will add to affordable housing.
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PublishedAugust 11, 2022
Portland lobsterman catches rare blue lobster
The bright blue lobster caught off Peaks Island will take up residence in a tank at Becky's Diner.
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PublishedJune 26, 2022
Island Veterinary Service offers appointments and community at sea
It provides care for pets on the islands in Casco Bay, bringing with it an untraditional – but welcome – veterinary experience.
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PublishedAugust 15, 2021
Over 25 years, Umbrella Cover Museum showered with love
The quirky Peaks Island attraction marks the anniversary with a fashion show. Guess the material.
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