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Posted inArts & Entertainment, Life & Culture, Local & State, News

Artist’s chisel transforms stump outside Peaks Island cafe into an octopus

by Sydney Richelieu June 9, 2025June 9, 2025

A strong storm that hit the island nearly 3 years ago blew many trees to the ground. Doug Smith saw one stump that was left behind as an opportunity.

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