Public works garage & shoreline rehabilitation is the focus during public hearing<\/b><\/p>\n
Southwest Harbor residents have two infrastructure projects to consider when heading to the polls on March 24 for a special town election.<\/span><\/p>\n One project is on the town\u2019s public works garage which is aging and the second is shoreline rehabilitation following storm damage in 2024.<\/span><\/p>\n The Mount Desert Islander reports the breakdown costs will amount to $3.2 million and the town manager stressed the importance of consideration around the public works garage renovation in order to protect assets.<\/span><\/p>\n A public hearing will take place March 17 at 6 p.m. at the Southwest Harbor fire station for residents to ask questions about the project.<\/span><\/p>\n https:\/\/www.mdislander.com\/news\/public-hearing-scheduled-to-discuss-public-works-garage\/article_65cb0fcf-732e-4ab1-8fd5-3f281c39c6b9.html?utm_campaign=blox&utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&fbclid=IwY2xjawQfhZ9leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEe-7WelPVfvR43X700QVzUemJqNQaURiaCx_R9gmVXhhM9jR_QSgGLSHU7uCo_aem_EidhezIDwnoGW5_28bhvuQ<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n Bar Harbor breakwater could see renovation project in May<\/b><\/p>\n If things continue to move long, Bar Harbor\u2019s breakwater could see construction efforts in May.<\/span><\/p>\n An Army Corps of Engineers representative confirmed work could begin on the underwater structure meant to protect harbor as fishing, recreation and storms roll through.<\/span><\/p>\n The Bangor Daily News reports the area is also a major tourist attraction in which they\u2019d like to repair; however, Bar Harbor officials are worried about pushback during the federal project.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n The publication reports the repairs could start in May with an end in March 2028 however engineers tell the paper they hope to finish well before that.<\/span><\/p>\n https:\/\/www.bangordailynews.com\/2026\/03\/13\/hancock\/hancock-government\/bar-harbor-maine-breakwater-summer-construction\/<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n Gas prices continue to surge<\/b><\/p>\n The average price of gas in Maine has risen over 10 cents in the past week.<\/span><\/p>\n GasBuddy reports prices at the pump have reached $3.57 per gallon which is 67.7 cents higher than a month ago.<\/span><\/p>\n Compared to one year ago, it\u2019s 57 cents per gallon higher.<\/span><\/p>\n https:\/\/www.wabi.tv\/2026\/03\/16\/maine-gas-prices-continue-rise-amid-national-fuel-cost-surge\/<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n \u2018The Princess Project\u2019 returns to assist father-daughter dance attendees<\/b><\/p>\n The Ellsworth Lioness Lions Club are back at it again as they gear up for a busy two day shopping spree for the upcoming father-daughter dance.<\/span><\/p>\n Club members collect dresses to give out for free to relieve stress for local families.<\/span><\/p>\n The Ellsworth American reports the two pop-ups will be at Poppy and Polka Dot Boutique at 97 Main Street in Ellsworth on March 28 and Thursday, April 2.<\/span><\/p>\n The publication reports those who wish to shop can pick out one dress and each girl must be accompanied by an adult and all adults must be accompanied by a child.<\/span><\/p>\n Tickets are still available for the dance on April 11.<\/span><\/p>\n https:\/\/www.ellsworthamerican.com\/news\/the-princess-project-lioness-lions-club-hosts-two-dress-shopping-days-for-father-daughter-dance\/article_308871af-07a7-4670-b717-8ba3700cfb98.html<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n ElevatED seeking \u2018Every Teacher a Leader\u2019 conference proposals<\/b><\/p>\n The Maine Department of Education has announced their ElevatED- Every Teacher a Leader conference will be held at Thomas College in Waterville on July 29-31.<\/span><\/p>\n In the meantime, organizers are seeking proposals designed specifically for classroom teachers by classroom teachers.<\/span><\/p>\n The proposal will be implemented into day two and three where organizers hope to address the needs of educators statewide to improve outcomes for all Maine students.<\/span><\/p>\n They\u2019re looking for a 75-minute session focusing on leadership in Innovation, Equity, relationships, best practices in the classrooms and teacher leadership.<\/span><\/p>\n Organizers are looking for proposals by March 31, just follow the link on our website for further information on the conference.<\/span><\/p>\n