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PublishedJuly 27, 2021
Phippsburg chapel to mark 125th anniversary
The three-day anniversary celebration will include an art show, silent auction and marriage vow renewals.
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PublishedAugust 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.
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PublishedJuly 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.
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PublishedJuly 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.
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PublishedJune 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.
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PublishedJune 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.
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PublishedMay 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.
