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PublishedMarch 18, 2024
Judge struggles to untangle Popham Beach land dispute
The Tappens claim they own the rights to beachfront land, having bought a deed to it in 2021. The Hills say the deed is worthless because the land was intended for all neighbors to access, and are asking the judge to declare the parcel a 'common area.'
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PublishedJanuary 18, 2024
Maine’s beaches and coastal parks took a beating last week. Will they recover?
State officials say it's still too early to tell how badly some areas were damaged and how long-lasting the impacts might be.
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PublishedDecember 27, 2023
Popham Beach State Park needs your Christmas tree
Park officials are asking people to drop off their undecorated trees for a pilot project to curb dune erosion on the popular sandy beach in Phippsburg.
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PublishedAugust 26, 2022
New mobility pathway makes Popham Beach more accessible for all
As part of Gov. Janet Mill's new job plan, she has dedicated $50 million to improve infrastructure at state parks across Maine, making them more accessible for visitors.
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PublishedAugust 1, 2022
Another shark seen swimming off Popham Beach State Park
Sunday night's shark sighting forced park officials to close the beach for swimming.
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PublishedJuly 28, 2022
Great white shark sighting confirmed at Popham Beach State Park
Swimmers were ordered to leave the ocean after a paddle boarder spotted the shark Wednesday evening, but the beach resumed normal operations Thursday.
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PublishedAugust 3, 2020
Shark-related water restrictions lifted at 3 Maine state parks
Activities at Reid State Park remain limited to waist-deep water because of a shortage of lifeguards.
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PublishedJuly 31, 2020
State confirms sighting of great white shark off Bailey Island, urges caution in wake of fatal attack
The Maine Marine Patrol received a photo of the shark from a drone operator who made the sighting near Pond Island Ledges on Friday. Swimmers and paddlers are advised to be extra cautious around seals and schools of fish.
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PublishedJuly 30, 2020
Popham Beach RV park ruling delayed a third time
A sound engineer's opinion may be the deciding factor.
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PublishedJuly 30, 2020
More beach restrictions added after new shark reports
Swimmers at Popham Beach State Park are restricted to ankle-deep water after lifeguards reported a possible shark sighting Wednesday.
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