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Julia Gagnon Will Perform In Bangor Next Month
We have been waiting for the chance to see Julia Gagnon sing live in our neck of the woods, and the chance to do it is finally here. You can catch her "Here In Maine Homecoming Tour" at the Sports Arena in Bangor, on Saturday, August 31st, at 7pm. One...
3 Maine Beers Included on List of Most Important in US History
Two iconic Maine breweries recently received some great press from one of the nation's top foodie periodicals. Food & Wine Magazine, one of the nation's leading authorities on all things culinary, has published an article titled, "The 25 Most Important American Craft Beers ever brewed." The idea of the piece is not just to pick 25 of the most delicious beers, but to select the ones that have helped make a positive impact to the exponential growth of the country's craft beer industry. The magazine grabbed 21 "beer experts" to help with the selections. You can read more about the methodology here.
The Largest Lake in Maine Has Been Named One of the Best Vacation Spots in the Country
A prominent news website has given top billing to one of Maine's iconic natural beauties. US News & World Report released a list of America's top destinations for a lake vacation this summer. The 32 lakes listed can be found in all corners of the country, including here in Maine, as Moosehead Lake made the cut.
30 of Maine’s Best Restaurants for Takeout, According to Locals
One of my favorite things to do on a random weekend is take a trip in-state to a new establishment to eat. My wife and I will drive hours based on a review, article, tip, social media post...you get the point. It's fun, adventurous, and always satisfies the pallet. While...
Manny Machado homers twice, drives in 5 as Padres roll past Red Sox for 2nd straight day, 11-1
Manny Machado homered twice and drove in five runs, and Jackson Merrill and Brett Sullivan also went deep to carry the San Diego Padres to their second straight lopsided victory over the Boston Red Sox, 11-1 on Saturday. It was the fifth straight win and ninth in 10 games for...
These Were the 20 Least-Populated Maine Towns in 1920, Based on Census Records
Who doesn't love some good old-fashioned Maine history? Well, thanks to this new invention called the "Internet," I managed to luck into a fun document to peruse. I stumbled upon some old census data, which ended up being rather significant. The form is the official 1920 Census Bulletin for every county and town in Maine. It's a fascinating look at where Mainers called home and how different those pockets look today.
Foodie State: 32 Maine Restaurants Worthy of a Long Drive
One of my favorite activities is to drive around the state looking for new establishments to dine at. My wife and I will travel hours based on a review, article, tip, or social media post. It's fun, adventurous, and always satisfies the pallet. While touring Maine, we have eaten at...
Here’s a Look at Maine’s 20 Largest State Parks
If you live in Maine, then I don't have to tell you how beautiful and vast this state is. Even if you live in Portland, Bangor, or one of the few metro areas, it's just a short trip by car to find yourself completely surrounded by, well, very little. And that's amazing.
10 Wacky Packages Cards From the ’70s That You Won’t Believe Existed
If you were a young fan of Mad Magazine's absurdist sometimes controversial humor in the '70s, then no doubt you were also a collector of Wacky Packages, the spoofs of common household products that seemed to live in the same universe. What Were Wacky Packages?. Wacky Packages were TOPPS collectible...
Four People Arrested for Aggravated Drug Trafficking in Maine
Four people were arrested Monday and charged with Aggravated Drug Trafficking after police seized a large amount of drugs and firearms in West Paris, Maine. The Oxford County Sheriff’s Office said deputies searched a residence on Porter road during a bail check for 36-year-old Kristy McLaughlin. Drugs, Cash and...
Body of 20-Year-Old Man Recovered in Maine
The body of a 20-year-old man was recovered in Bar Harbor on Wednesday. The Maine State Police said witnesses saw Gregory Taylor in distress while he was swimming at Clark Cove. Body Recovered in Water. The Maine State Police Marine Patrol and Underwater Recovery Team recovered his body around 6...
Merrill’s 3-run homer, Higashioka’s 2-run shot lead Padres to 9-2 win over Red Sox
Jackson Merrill hit a three-run homer and Kyle Higashioka added a two-run shot in a nine-run fifth inning, leading the San Diego Padres to a 9-2 win over the Boston Red Sox on Friday night. “That was the most dope moment ever,” said Merrill, who grew up a Red Sox...
One of the 10 Most Dangerous Hikes in the USA is in New Hampshire
A recent article by Wildland Trekking has New Hampshire and New England hikers buzzing. Why? The article has ranked the 11 most difficult hikes in the entire United States, and one of them is in New Hampshire. Let's start with the #1 most dangerous hike in the United States (just...
Be A Part of TD Beach to Beacon 10K in Cape Elizabeth, Maine
Joan Benoit Samuelson, Maine’s most recognizable athlete who continues to serve as an inspiration for women runners around the world, founded the TD Beach to Beacon 10K Road Race, then known as the Peoples Beach to Beacon, in 1998 to benefit children’s charities in Maine. With the help of the bank, Joan’s efforts quickly elevated the annual race to world-class status. - beach2beacon.org.
CNN Says This Maine Town Is America’s Best to Visit
CNN Travel has declared this Maine town the 4th best in the US of A ... to visit ... in 2024. You know what - we'll take it. Thanks CNN. First, which three towns beat one of Maine's PLETHRA of beautiful towns on this incredibly inaccurate (author of this article's opinion, but also not wrong) CNN Travel's top-10 list.
33-Year-Old Man Died & Tesla Caught on Fire after Crash in Maine
A 33-year-old man died Thursday morning and his Tesla caught on fire after crashing into a tree in Naples. The Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office said Sergi Kolesnick from Harrison was driving a 2024 Tesla when he crashed with a “high-speed impact with a tree.”. Driver Died at the...
Hey Maine! Happy ‘National Paul Bunyan Day’
Did you know that today, June 28th is Paul Bunyan Day?. For those of us who live in the Bangor area, the Paul Bunyan statue is something we probably all take for granted, because well, it is always there, but it is a great point of interest to the tourists who flock to Maine each summer season.
Teams Spend Hours Searching Water; Find Body Of Missing Swimmer In Clark Cove
A 20-year-old man from New Hampshire died while swimming in Bar Harbor Thursday, authorities say. The Maine Department of Marine Resources says several law enforcement and rescue agencies were on hand for hours Thursday afternoon, in the vicinity of the water around Clark Cove, investigating. They were searching for a man who had gone swimming in the area, earlier in the day, and apparently ran into some difficulty in the water.
Check Out Where in Maine These 16 Celebrities Were Born
Our Pine Tree State is known for many things, including producing a fair share of well-known celebrities!. Listen, we get it—Maine might not be the first place you think of when it comes to producing celebrities. States like Illinois, California, and New York usually get that spotlight. Instead, we're known for our delicious seafood, rugged outdoor wear, iconic New England architecture, and stunning natural beauty.
Still Time to Enjoy Windjammer Days in Boothbay Harbor, Maine
The 62nd annual Windjammer Days are currently taking place in Boothbay Harbor through Saturday June 29th, and there is still plenty of fun and revelry to be had even with weather 'jamming' one of the more popular events of this yearly festival. The street parade for Wednesday, June 26th was...
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