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Vintage postcard depicting Gem Theater, boardwalk, and the Peaks Island House hotel on Peaks Island, Maine. Peaks Island is the most populous island in Casco Bay, Maine. It is part of the city of Portland and about three miles (4.8 km) from downtown. The island is served by Casco Bay Lines and has its own elementary school, library, and police ...
Casco Bay Lines (also known as the Casco Bay Island Transit District; abbreviated to CBITD) is a publicly run transportation company that services the residents of the islands of Casco Bay, Maine. The seven islands are Peaks Island, Little Diamond Island, Great Diamond Island, Diamond Cove, Long Island, Chebeague Island and Cliff Island.
The island is defined by its two peaks: the north-east summit where the monastery is built (185 metres above sea level), and the south-west point containing the hermitage (218 metres above sea level). These elevations reside on either side of a depression colloquially known as Christ's Saddle. [6]
Also known as Great Skellig (Sceilig Mhichíl in Irish [3]), this is the larger of the two islands, with two peaks rising to over 230 m (750 ft) above sea level.With a sixth-century Christian monastery perched at 160 m (520 ft) above sea level on a ledge close to the top of the lower peak, Great Skellig is designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Hiker's 'Little Burn' from Camping Skillet Leads to Double Amputation — but He Vows to Get Back on the Trail (Exclusive) Cara Lynn Shultz January 28, 2025 at 5:00 AM
The Fifth Maine Regiment Community Center is on the south side of the island, facing the channel separating it from Cushing Island. The center is a two-story wood frame structure, 2-1/2 stories in height, with a dormered gable roof and a three-story circular observation tower at one corner.
Pasta with Truffles and Mascarpone Cream. When it comes to Valentine’s recipes, this truffle and mascarpone pasta is a winner. It’s creamy, elegant, and takes just 30 minutes, making it the ...
Inside the childhood trauma, rehab and worrying posts before Long Island teen’s 25-day ordeal and rescue. Jacqueline Sweet. February 5, 2025 at 2:40 PM.