Though the weather is still fickle, generally, temperatures on the Cranberry Isles have been warmer. Birds are flocking back to the islands. Robins, jays, grackles, cardinals and finches swarm yards and feeders, calling reminders that summer is on its way. The islands are a little quieter than usual with residents practicing self-quarantine and social distancing, while …
Chelsea Riedel shares that P.I.K. (People Interested in Kids) is sponsoring the Easter Bunny: “The Easter Bunny will be hopping his way to Swan’s Island to deliver Easter goodies to Island children on Saturday, April 11. Easter Bunny will only deliver to front porches/doors and we ask that families stay inside during the basket deliveries for …
The Swan’s Island column this week contains information from our selectmen and others concerning new requests and procedures about travelling to our beautiful island.With events so restricted at this time, I will focus on highlighting members of our community in upcoming weeks, emphasizing the unity between year–round and seasonal residents. We thank State Representative Genevieve …
Greetings from the Cranberry Islands where temperatures are warming, robins are appearing and the spirit of community is distinct. In this trying time, it is uplifting to see residents of both islands exhibit the generosity, passion and kindness which makes the Cranberries such a wonderful place to live. Due to the impact of the COVID-19 …
Swan’s Island As we proceed through this challenging time of coronavirus, social distancing and intense care for ourselves and those around us, I encourage us to exercise kindness and compassion with each decision made. I will keep you updated on closures as well as those who continue services and programs. Please continue to communicate with me via …
After several days of warmer weather on the islands, colder temperatures rebounded at the end of the week. Rough water caused a cancellation of Friday’s evening commuter and high winds last Thursday contributed to an Axiom outage for Islesford. Thankfully, Axiom made it to Great Cranberry and, by Sunday afternoon, had everyone back on the internet. …
Despite a boat cancellation for a gale warning, warmer temperatures prevailed in the Cranberry Isles last week. More than one robin was sighted, raising hopes that spring is on its way. A well-attended Trivia Night, on Friday, certainly raised spirits. Kim Turner hosted the event at the Islesford Neighborhood House, where rumor has it that …
Katelynn LeMoine reminds us that the Vet Clinic has been changed to Saturday, March 14, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Rick’s House: “Normally, the clinic would have been in April, but with Dr. DuBois furthering his education in herbal medication to help our animals out, he couldn’t attend the normal clinic day; consequently, …
February left the islands in a bluster last week, causing icy temperatures prompting the commuter ferry and the mail boat to cancel all runs on Thursday. Lyndsay Eysnogle hosted a showing of Disney’s “Moana” at 4 p.m. at the Neighborhood House, adding warmth and cheer to a frigid day. Happily, March’s entry was gentler, with …
