About Bar Harbor Source
Bar Harbor Source is Mount Desert Island’s dedicated local news publication, offering comprehensive coverage for residents, visitors, and anyone invested in Bar Harbor, Acadia National Park, and the surrounding communities of Mount Desert, Southwest Harbor, and Tremont. We deliver essential information shaping our island.
Bar Harbor Source was established to serve as the definitive local news publication for Mount Desert Island, providing in-depth coverage for residents and visitors alike. We report on critical topics ranging from the Bar Harbor Town Council and the school system to the harbor's future and the complexities of the seasonal economy. Our focus extends to Acadia National Park, The Jackson Laboratory, College of the Atlantic, MDI Hospital, housing initiatives, and the working waterfront that defines our unique community. We aim to keep the community informed about the decisions and developments shaping life across Bar Harbor, Mount Desert, Southwest Harbor, and Tremont.
Our editorial team is committed to delivering accurate and precise reporting on all matters relevant to Mount Desert Island. We diligently verify facts, ensuring that our stories reflect the truth of local events and developments. Should an error ever occur, we are dedicated to correcting it promptly and transparently, upholding our responsibility to the community. Please send correction requests to [email protected].
What We Stand For
Our commitment to high-quality local journalism for Mount Desert Island is guided by core principles that inform every story we pursue and every decision we make for the Bar Harbor Source.
Accuracy
We prioritize factual accuracy above all else, meticulously verifying every detail and statement before publication. Our dedicated team sources information directly from official channels, community leaders, and firsthand accounts, ensuring that our reporting truly reflects the events and issues impacting Bar Harbor, Acadia, and the wider Mount Desert Island region. We stand behind our published work.
Authority
We bring a deep understanding of Mount Desert Island’s unique character, history, and current challenges to our reporting. Our team is immersed in the local beats, from Town Council meetings to the intricacies of the seasonal economy and the harbor's future. This local expertise allows us to provide context and insight that truly resonates with our community.
Community
Bar Harbor Source exists to serve the vibrant community of Mount Desert Island, including year-round residents and seasonal visitors. We aim to foster informed discussions about local governance, education, environmental stewardship, and economic development. Our platform is dedicated to amplifying diverse voices and perspectives, strengthening the bonds within Bar Harbor, Mount Desert, Southwest Harbor, and Tremont.
Independence
Our editorial content remains fiercely independent, free from any external influence or commercial considerations. We are committed to unbiased reporting, presenting facts clearly and fairly, without favor or prejudice. This dedication ensures that the news and information you receive from Bar Harbor Source is objective and solely focused on the interests of our Mount Desert Island community.
Our commitment to providing timely and accurate local news is supported by a consistent and thorough editorial process that operates every day.
Monitor
Our process begins with continuous monitoring of local government activities, community announcements, and relevant developments across Bar Harbor, Acadia National Park, and the entire Mount Desert Island. We stay vigilant for emergent stories.
Research
Once a story lead is identified, our writers conduct extensive research, verifying facts, interviewing sources, and gathering all necessary information. Each article is meticulously drafted to provide depth, accuracy, and context for the Mount Desert Island community.
Publish
Before publication, every article undergoes a rigorous editorial review for accuracy, clarity, and adherence to our high journalistic standards. Approved stories are then promptly published on barharborsource.com and shared across our communication channels, ensuring the community receives timely updates.
The Team
Bar Harbor Source is brought to you by a dedicated team of professionals who are deeply committed to local journalism and to serving the information needs of Mount Desert Island's residents and visitors.
The Writers
Editorial Team
Our writers are embedded in the Mount Desert Island community, possessing firsthand knowledge of local issues, events, and people. They are passionate about telling the stories that matter, ensuring every article provides insightful and relevant coverage of Bar Harbor and its surrounding towns.
The Editors
Quality Control
Our experienced editors play a crucial role in maintaining the high standards of Bar Harbor Source. They meticulously review every piece for accuracy, clarity, fairness, and overall quality, ensuring that our content is trustworthy and meets the needs of our discerning Mount Desert Island audience.
The Readers
Our Community
The heart of Bar Harbor Source is our readership. Your active engagement, thoughtful feedback, and vigilant corrections are invaluable to us. We encourage you to share your perspectives and help us remain accountable and responsive to the needs of the Mount Desert Island community.
Our Story
The Bar Harbor Source journey is one of continuous growth and an unwavering commitment to becoming the primary local news resource for Mount Desert Island and Acadia.
Bar Harbor Source launched with the mission to provide essential local news and comprehensive coverage for the communities of Bar Harbor, Mount Desert, Southwest Harbor, Tremont, and Acadia National Park, establishing a dedicated platform for island information.
Shortly after launch, our coverage expanded to include daily articles on a broader range of topics, ensuring that residents and visitors receive timely updates on vital local issues across Mount Desert Island. We continued to grow our reporting.
Our publication quickly saw growing engagement from the Mount Desert Island community, demonstrating a strong demand for in-depth, locally focused news and information.
Our commitment evolved into a fully robust daily publication, providing comprehensive coverage across all major sections from Public Safety to Acadia & Outdoors, serving the entire Mount Desert Island region consistently.
Join the Conversation
We invite you to be an active part of the Bar Harbor Source community. Your insights and participation help us better serve Mount Desert Island. Reach out to us with your thoughts, story ideas, or feedback at [email protected]. For specific editorial inquiries, please email [email protected], and for corrections, use [email protected]. We are here to listen and engage with our neighbors.