Island Ad-Vantages - July 18, 2024

In this issue

Fishing vessels roared through the Thorofare for the annual lobster boat races. We have the photos, the story, and the race results. Meanwhile, a local diver tells his incredible story of running a 7-mile underwater extension cord to Isle au Haut. Travelers take heed: The bridge is going to be down to one-way traffic for a while. And finally, frustrated by frequent power outages, local lawmakers call for a meeting with Versant.

Island Ad-Vantages Newspaper Description:

Island Ad-Vantages, based in Stonington, Maine traces its history through weekly papers published on Deer Isle from 1882. Serving the island towns of Deer Isle, Isle au Haut and Stonington, the Island Ad-Vantages provides a comprehensive offering of the news and events of the area, while paying special attention to the people, institutions and the natural beauty that make the community the place it is. From lobster fishing and the impact a $46 million a year that industry has on the community to annual events such as graduations, local sports coverage and a vibrant creative economy, the Ad-Vantages combines words and images to deliver a picture of an area that is as much about its beauty as it is about its ethic of hard work, determination and dedication.