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

Popham Beach

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 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
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.
Published
July 31, 2020

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.
Published
July 30, 2020

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.
Published
June 16, 2020

Lifeguard saves three teens stranded by rising tide in Phippsburg

Lifeguard Patrick McKenna estimated he swam about 1,800 yards, or 18 football fields, in 54-degree water.
Published
June 1, 2020

State beaches, Acadia National Park opening with COVID-19 changes

Summertime hot spots such as Popham and Crescent beaches will open on Monday but parking could be even scarcer than normal because of capacity restrictions.
Published
May 17, 2020

Coastal campgrounds face uncertain season due to pandemic

Coastal campgrounds are missing out on the usual rush on Memorial Day weekend as they wait for June and July to slowly start bringing in visitors again.