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    June 20, 2025

    Casco Bay Lines Rate Changes and Passholder Fares

    NOTICE OF RATE CHANGE – Effective June 21, 2025 Posted May 21, 2025 Rate Change Effective June 21, 2025 The CBITD Board of Directors approved a rate change in May… Read more » Continue reading

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  • March 2, 2024

    HOW TO RESERVE & SCHEDULE THE PEAKS ISLAND COMMUNITY CENTER

    From: City of Portland Parks & Recreation, Diane Ricciotti, 207- 766-2970 dianer@portlandmaine.gov HOW TO RESERVE & SCHEDULE THE PEAKS ISLAND COMMUNITY CENTER There are 2 easy ways you can schedule… Read more »

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  • February 27, 2024

    Thinking of having your Wedding on Peaks Island?

    Thinking of having your Wedding on Peaks Island? Peaks Island, ME is a popular site for weddings. But an Island wedding has its complications, and logistics that can add costs…. Read more »

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  • February 25, 2024

    Peaks Island Ukes Practice and other events

    For  other events for the week of Feb 23 -29 see https://www.peaksisland.info/calendar

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  • January 18, 2024

    January 2024 storms and record high tides wreck Peaks Island Shoreline

      In January 2024, back-to-back storms ravaged the Peaks Island shoreline, especially the “back shore.” As of this blog, several areas are affected. Notably the stairs to Sandy Beach have… Read more »

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  • November 10, 2023

    Can I walk or drive around Peaks Island?

    Peaks Island is unique in Maine in allowing access to the shoreline.  (See Beaches post however – most beaches are private).  Most of Maine’s Coastline is bordered by private property… Read more »

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  • October 30, 2023

    Seeing Fall Foliage on Peaks Island

    Despite its nickname “The Rock,” Peaks Island has an abundance of trees that present a spectacular show of colors on the Autumn. One great way to see the foliage is… Read more »

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  • October 27, 2023

    Halloween on Peaks – The Sacred and the Profane

    If you are lucky you will be on Peaks Island for the Sacred and Profane. This event takes place at Battery Steele, an old WWII installation tucked into the middle… Read more »

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  • October 22, 2023

    Caring Islanders Help Newcomers – The Working Waterfront

    There’s more to Peaks than sightseeing!   Here is an article from The Working Waterfront on the  Peaks Island community taking in new immigrants. click here to see the article… Read more »

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  • October 3, 2023

    New Public Restroom on Peaks Island !

    The City of Portland and the Peaks Island Council have worked together to install a much needed public toilet in an area away from Down Front. The toilet won’t be… Read more »

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  • August 31, 2023

    Exploring the Charm of Peaks Island in Autumn

    As the air turns crisp and leaves don their red and golden hues, there’s no better time to escape the bustling city and embrace nature’s seasonal transformation. Nestled just off… Read more »

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  • August 5, 2023

    Peaks Island Beaches

    Peaks Island: Public Beaches Not to start on a down note but  – public beaches on Peaks are limited.  Also all but one lack toilet sand none have shower facilities…. Read more »

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  • August 1, 2023

    Winter on Peaks Island

    In Winter, a Side of Peaks Island That Visitors Don’t See   By Mira Ptacin Photographed by Greta Rybus From our December 2017 issue Sometime after the leaves have fallen,… Read more »

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  • July 20, 2023

    Where to Eat on Peaks Island, Maine

    1. The Cockeyed Gull: Our culinary exploration begins at The Cockeyed Gull, a local favorite renowned for its inviting atmosphere and fresh seafood offerings, many with an Asian inflection. This… Read more »

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  • July 17, 2023

    Fort Gorges: A Historical Gem of Casco Bay, Maine

    Introduction: Situated in the picturesque Casco Bay, just off the coast of Portland, Maine, lies a hidden gem of historical significance: Fort Gorges. This magnificent fortification, steeped in history, stands… Read more »

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