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PublishedJanuary 27, 2019
‘A bigger boat’ for Peaks Island? Not everyone’s on board
Casco Bay Lines wants to satisfy tourist and commuter demand with a higher-capacity ferry to Peaks. But many islanders worry summertime congestion could get worse.
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PublishedDecember 24, 2018
For new priest, a year of ‘firsts’ culminates with Christmas Eve Mass
Before about 50 people at St. Christopher Parish on Peaks Island, the Rev. Kevin Upham sets out 'to bring the message of joy and unconditional love of Christ.'
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PublishedDecember 9, 2018
While owner is saddled with lease dispute on Peaks Island, horses are left out in the cold
Jeanann Alves wants to ensure her horses are cared for, but a permitting violation with the city led to their shelters being razed.
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PublishedJuly 27, 2018
Peaks to Portland swimmers ready to splash in Casco Bay two days after sewage spill
Saturday's race will go on after testing shows reduced bacteria levels near East End Beach.
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PublishedJuly 26, 2018
Sewage spill casts doubt on Peaks to Portland Swim, a summer staple
Organizers for the event Saturday are optimistic tests will show that competitors face no danger.
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PublishedJuly 23, 2018
Missing teen found dead in Casco Bay
Maxwell Brown, 19, of Boca Raton, Florida, went missing Sunday evening from Great Diamond Island.
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PublishedJuly 22, 2018
Visit 30 Maine island sites in a single day? Check.
Our intrepid reporter and a fellow island-hopper condense into one day a challenge by the Maine Island Trail Association to visit the sites by Oct. 8.
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PublishedMarch 13, 2018
Illustration Institute receives a matching grant toward sustaining the Faison residency on Peaks
The $200,000 from the Maine Community Foundation is part of a project to create a long-term artist residency on the island for illustrators.
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PublishedOctober 22, 2017
On Peaks, horse farm caught in crossfire as newcomers buck long-held local views
A simmering feud between island neighbors has led the city of Portland to issue citations over zoning – and has put the equine refuge on alert.
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PublishedJuly 10, 2017
Otto pizza to set sail for Peaks Island
The popular pizzeria will deliver pies to islanders every Wednesday through Aug. 30.
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