Ferry Deal Sparks Maine Political Push | Portland Maine News

A quirky diplomatic standoff unfolds over a seasonal ferry linking Bar Harbor, Maine, and Nova Scotia — where Canada pays for full-time U.S. Customs agents just to keep the route running during summer months. Ferry operators claim they were forced into the deal, sparking pushback from Maine lawmakers who argue it’s unfair since the service only operates seasonally. Customs insists the operator knew the costs upfront and that there’s no prorated staffing option. Meanwhile, Nova Scotia remains committed to keeping the ferry alive, hoping Congress — especially Senator Collins — can help broker a more equitable solution before the next budget cycle. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/bb3b818c4d300f7f