The Coast
Working harbors, island communities and a changing Atlantic.
The Coast / Bar Harbor
Ferry Access Remains a Lifeline — and a Worry — for Maine's Island Communities
Island communities near Bar Harbor depend on consistent ferry service for daily life, and residents say aging infrastructure raises long-term concerns.
The Coast / Machias
A Generational Shift Is Reshaping the Fishing Fleet Near Machias
Younger fishermen entering the trade near Machias face high entry costs even as experienced captains look toward retirement.
The Coast / Portland
Portland Weighs Costly Options to Protect Its Working Waterfront from Rising Water
City engineers are studying flood-resilience options for Portland's working waterfront as tidal flooding events become more frequent.
The Coast / Kennebunk
Public Shoreline Access Becomes a Flashpoint in Kennebunk
A dispute over a long-used shoreline path has reopened debate in Kennebunk over public access rights along Maine's privately owned coastline.