Surprise funding rejected by library

The Bar Harbor Town Council wrapped up budget discussions a day early on Jan. 26, with the unusual twist that an additional $18,000 allocated for the Jesup Memorial Library was respectfully rejected by the chairperson of the library’s board of directors, Judith...

Ellsworth blotter

An arrest or summons does not constitute a finding of guilt. An individual charged with a crime is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty at criminal proceedings. Jan. 28 Deborah Hawrylycz-Brushie, 51, of Surry was arrested for operating under the influence....

Southwest Harbor blotter

An arrest or summons does not constitute a finding of guilt. An individual charged with a crime is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty at criminal proceedings. Feb. 2 Police investigated a break-in at a local convenience store. From Jan. 30 to Feb. 5...

Tranquility Woods gets the nod, again

Developer Tranquility-Bond LLC’s Tranquility Woods subdivision cleared the Bar Harbor Planning Board on Feb. 1, meeting setback requirements, defining vernal pools and driveways, and identifying the main source of water for fire emergencies. Aleita Burman,...

Mount Desert building permits

The following building permits were issued in the town of Mount Desert from Jan. 30 to Feb. 3. Feb. 3 Robert Clay Kanzler, 45 Main St., Seal Harbor; to install a granite patio off accessory structure housing private studio, in compliance with submitted plans. 178...
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