MOUNT DESERT ISLANDER
A large tree hangs over power lines on Islesford following a severe windstorm last week that wreaked havoc in various locations around Hancock County. The strong storm knocked out power to the island community and left a mess of tree limbs in its wake. PHOTO COURTESY OF KATELYN DAMON
CRANBERRY ISLES A mighty wind blew down trees, knocked out power and destroyed a private dock during the storm that passed through the area last Wednesday, June 30.
No injuries were reported.
“Islesford [Little Cranberry Island] was hit pretty hard,” said Katelyn Damon, the town’s public safety coordinator.
On remote Maine islands, a mission to vaccinate
By Brian MacQuarrie Globe Staff,Updated March 9, 2021, 7:29 p.m.
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Registered nurse Maureen Giffin prepared vaccines for residents at Isle au Haut Town Hall on the second day of distribution. The hall served as a combination of the town offices, gym, and only library on the island.Erin Clark/Globe Staff
MATINICUS, Maine â The two dozen winter residents of Matinicus Island, give or take a few, lined up off a muddy road, distanced and masked, many wearing the plaid flannel shirts, paint-spattered jeans, and fishermanâs waders that could pass for a uniform here.