Coverage dated October 12, 2026

3 lawsuits filed against owners of Maine schooner years after fatal incident

Headline from Portland Press Herald

One person died when the Grace Bailey's rear mast split and fell in 2023. Lawsuits were filed earlier this month on behalf of three people who were injured in the incident.

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Bangor Daily News
3 sue owner of Maine schooner after deadly mast break (opens Bangor Daily News)
Published Oct 12, 2026
Bangor Daily News's feed description
The lawsuits allege that others aboard the Grace Bailey that fateful day have suffered lasting injuries.
Portland Press Herald
3 lawsuits filed against owners of Maine schooner years after fatal incident (opens Portland Press Herald)
Published Oct 12, 2026
Portland Press Herald's feed description
One person died when the Grace Bailey's rear mast split and fell in 2023. Lawsuits were filed earlier this month on behalf of three people who were injured in the incident.