In the Cranberry Isles, last week was a damp, cool one, providing relief from too many dry weeks, boosting the growing power of island plants, including victory gardens, flowers, grass and local flora. The rain held off for Independence Day, though fog settled in by the time a private fireworks show deployed nearby. Sue Hill announced the opening of Winter’s Work, with hours …
Much–needed rain is forecast through Thursday of Independence Day week on the Cranberry Isles, but warmth and partial sunshine are predicted for Friday, July 4. Planned celebrations should go ahead in pleasant weather. On Islesford, the auto/golf cart parade kicks off at 4 p.m. and the Bring-Your-Own-Picnic starts at 4:30 p.m. on Town Field. The Islesford Dock Restaurant opened July …
Hot, dry weather dominated the Cranberry Isles last week. While the lack of rain may not have been good for Victory Gardens, the sunshine did lead to an increase in boating activities. Also taking advantage of the sunshine, the Dip of the Month Club met on Friday, June 19. Water temperatures were between 53.6 and 56 degrees. More than 10 …
Sunshine and warm temperatures prevailed on the Cranberry Isles last week, welcoming returning seasonal residents and sparking an increase in activities. On Friday, Jasmine Samuel led a memorial service for George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Tony McDade and the many lives lost to police brutality. More than 40 residents, wearing masks and practicing social distancing, met on Sand Beach at 4 p.m. Jasmine spoke about her own experiences of prejudice at …
Last week in the Cranberry Isles, warm, dry weather prevailed through Friday’s eighth grade graduation. Rain arrived on Saturday with scattered thunderstorms, including lightning, which started a fire in the Hinckley Yachts’ office building in Manset. There were no reports of injury and, while the road from the Cranberry Island Dock to the yacht were blocked by emergency personnel, the Manset parking lot and the town …
Warm and sunny days were the theme of the week in the Cranberry Isles. Wildlife, people and pets enjoyed the pleasant weather. Windows are open across the islands, though screens are a necessity because, along with other wildlife, mosquitoes are taking advantage of the warmth, too. Last weekend, Cindy Thomas, with the help of Henry Grandgent, delivered the beautiful flowers Islesford residents ordered …
The Memorial Day weekend arrived on the islands with warm weather and an abundance of sunshine. The neighborhoods bustled with activity, mostly at home due to social distancing and quarantine, reassuring islanders that summer is actually arriving. The Dip of the Month club completed their May dip on May 22. Though it was a balmy …
Greetings from the warm and sunny Cranberry Isles. This week seems to be a turning point in the weather and residents are increasing outdoor activities. The sounds of lawnmowers accompany birdcalls and the smell of freshly cut grass mingles in the air with pine and ocean breezes. Gardens plots are planted in many yards, while …
Last Friday, snow showers and colder temperatures preceded high winds on Sunday, leading to Beal & Bunker canceling all but the 7:30 a.m. run. However, generally, the Cranberry Islands have seen more sunshine and May flowers are blooming in local gardens. Islesford Boatworks has announced that registration is open for this summer’s special program. In lieu …
While current events have not left the Cranberry Islands untouched, they have revealed that a strong sense of community and thoughtfulness are the guiding principles of the islands. From two different private ferry companies working together to make sure people could get supplies and make necessary appointments, grocers and pharmacies making deliveries and bulk orders …
