Last Friday, in advance of Hurricane Dorian, many Cranberry Isles residents took small boats out of the water and the Cranberry Cove Ferry cancelled runs. While hearts go out to the people of the Bahamas and Atlantic Canada seriously impacted by the storm, thankfully the Cranberry Islands took no serious damage. On Islesford, weather caused …
Despite summer’s closing and a day of heavy rain, it has been another beautiful week in the Cranberry Isles. Mostly blue skies, cool breezes and sparkling water dominated the scene for visitors walking or diving from the town dock and for the first day of fall classes at Ashley Bryan School. Those who did not …
Labor Day can be a bittersweet holiday because while the three-day weekend celebrates the contribution of the American worker to the strength and prosperity of the country, it is also a reminder that the summer season is ending. Monday, Sept. 2, marks the change to autumn hours for several local businesses. Starting Sept. 2, …
It has been another delightful week in Cranberry Isles, Maine. Blueberries are finally ripening, apple tree branches are bowing under the weight of blushing fruit and red blackberries are darkening. However, the approaching season’s end has not dampened the enthusiasm of residents. On Thursday, Iselsford Postmaster Joy Sprague greeted customers dressed in her Woodstock outfit …
It has been another beautiful week in Cranberry Isles. There has been enough rain and plenty of sunshine without too much heat. The sea has been gentle and visitors have dotted the beaches and lanes in colorful summer clothing. The marvelous Boatworks youth program has finished for the season with a successful launch and a …
Saturday’s Rock the Duck celebration for Boatworks was a rousing success, thanks to performers and all who helped out. Corey Alley’s prize-worthy pulled pork and coleslaw started the evening with a delicious bang and Joy Sprague’s Noah stole the entertainment show with his canine song stylings. Katelyn Damon announced a raffle to benefit Islesford Boatworks …
Beautiful weather and good seas bring Cranberry Isles visitors and residents together to enjoy summer activities including parties, festivals, concerts and contests. The coming weeks continue offering opportunities to savor the charms of island living. The Islesford Fair will take place on Aug. 12 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The fair will include games, …
The Cranberry Isles saw high temperatures at the end of the week, with the thermometer reaching the upper eighties. But the show must go on, as the cast of “Boot Loose” proved on Friday evening. Lucky audience members report the show was a smashing success. Congratulations to Kathleen Lake, the cast and the crew on …
Resident author and artist Ashley Bryan was celebrated this week in Scotland as well as on Little Cranberry. On Sunday, the Congregational Church was packed for a concert in honor of Ashley’s birthday and the BBC program “Time Travels,” aired an interview with Ashley. During the interview, he discussed his time in World War II, …
Islesford enjoyed a wonderful Independence Day. The weather was cooperative, with sunshine and warmth. After the parade and a picnic at town field, islanders watched a beautiful sunset, many from boats on the way to Southwest Harbor for a closer view of the fireworks. After the excellent holiday, the Cranberry Isles are gearing up for …
