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20 Copycat Snacks Being Investigated by Feds for Containing THC; Misleading Consumers
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration and Federal Trade Commission are cracking down on companies that are creating copycat versions of popular snacks and infusing them with delta-8 THC. In a joint press release, the two organizations said it has issued warning letters to five different companies across the U.S....
Go Back in Time to the Roaring Twenties at This Popular Lawn Party in Massachusetts
This writer loves everything about this. If you've spent much time in Massachusetts' North Shore, you've likely heard of the majestic Crane Estate, situated atop Castle Hill in Ipswich. The 59-room, Stuart-style mansion was constructed in 1928 and inhabited by Chicago industrialist Richard Teller Crane Jr. and his family. The...
The Best Cancer Hospitals in the US Include 3 From Boston, Massachusetts
When anyone is diagnosed with cancer, no matter what kind or how "easy" it is to cure, it's very scary to go through. Having said that, as we all know, there are all kinds of cancer. Some are easier to cure or put in remission than others. Whatever the case may be, New Englanders ought to feel especially lucky to have three of the nation's best cancer hospitals in the Bay State. This is the latest 2024/2025 data.
Maine Could See Damaging Winds on Wednesday Evening
This summer is shaping up to be one of the hottest summers that Maine has experienced in years. While many people are loving the sun and warmer temperatures, it means that we also have to deal with some nasty thunderstorms. The ones that rolled through Central Maine on Tuesday night are a prime example. At one point, the thunder over Augusta was so loud that it shook my house.
Too Hot? Think Christmas With This Amazing Shop in North Conway, New Hampshire
The Christmas Loft in North Conway, New Hampshire, is a cure for the dog days of summer. My first visit to the Christmas Loft made me giggle. First, it was one of those sunny hot days this summer is becoming known for. I was wiping sweat off my brow just before going inside. I couldn't believe what I had walked into. It started with a cow greeting me, then a tree! I took a video trying to capture all of it. It's impossible to capture all of it without having a three-hour video. So I took a two-and-a-half-minute video instead.
PHOTOS: Take a Peek Inside of Karen Read’s Mansfield, Massachusetts, Home
One of the most captivating and polarizing events throughout New England recently has without a doubt been the Karen Read trial. The details of the trial won't be outlined here for no other reason than there have been and still are so many moving parts to the case, ruling, motions filed after the dismissal, etc., that it'd be ridiculous for someone as uneducated with the law as this writer is to try and recap it.
15 Things You Should Never Leave in a Hot Car During New England Summers
This is just one of those things you don't think about until it's too late, like leaving a chocolate bar in your front seat on a warm summer day. A lot of us carry everyday things in our purse or backpack without even giving it a second thought, then leave said bags in the car. What we forget is how quickly our cars can heat up past what our bag is able to protect our items from.
Airbnb in Westbrook, Maine Had a Hidden Camera in the Bedroom
Sometimes it amazes me the things that I stumble upon on YouTube. When watching a video from CNN about how some Airbnb owners have put hidden cameras in their rentals, I thought, "Well, that can't be happening in Maine." Seconds later, the story cuts to Westbrook, Maine. This is very creepy.
Help 8-Year-Old Maine Athlete Who Qualified for the Olympic Nationals
This fantastically talented 8-year-old Maine boy participated in the Junior Olympics in New England over the weekend. His name is Kenton, and he was attempting to qualify for the 100 meter and 200 meter dash, as per a Facebook post. Guess what? He did it! We have officially now learned...
A New ‘Titanic’ Exhibition is Bringing 250+ Artifacts to Boston, Massachusetts
Anyone who's spent time in Boston knows it's chock-full of history. The Freedom Trail is comprised of 16 historic sites throughout the city, telling "the story of the American Revolution and beyond." Places like the MFA, ICA, and Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum foster a lifelong appreciation for art. The JFK Presidential Library and Museum pays homage to our 35th President and his life's accomplishments.
5 Boston Bars to Go to First When Happy Hour Returns in Massachusetts
Happy hour was banned in Massachusetts in 1984. The law was put into effect because of a young girl who lost her life in a drunk driving accident. It may be close to coming back, however, because the Massachusetts Senate has recently adopted an amendment in favor of bringing it back. Senators cited it would help boost the economy, according to Boston.com.
Dozens of Maine, New Hampshire, & New York Residents Have Fallen Prey to the Shocking Tactics of the ‘Fentanyl Robbery Gang’
For years, we have been hearing about despicable drug dealers who were cutting their drugs with deadly fentanyl, but this is the first time that we have heard about the drug being used to rob people. According to an article on the Fall River Reporter website, the United States Attorney’s...
New Hampshire Seacoast Families Need This Minimum Salary for a Living Wage
There's no doubt about it. Here in New Hampshire and everywhere in the United States, prices have gone up for everything. We do have one thing that hasn't gone up in the Granite State, however. Sadly, it's the minimum wage. Let's break down how much money we need to live a decent life in Rockingham County, shall we?
Zip-Line & Climb Through Trees at Night With This Glow-in-the-Dark Canopy Tour in Massachusetts
Forget your mini-golf or dinner and drinks date. I have a WAY better date night for you and your partner, or just your next night out with friends. Doing the same old nightly activities can be arduous. Sure, dinner and drinks at a new restaurant is a bit more spicy than going to the usual establishment, but where is the adventure?
Have You Heard the Legend of the Possible Cursed Tombstone in Bucksport, Maine?
Everyone loves a good ghost story, and there's definitely no shortage of them throughout Maine. There's Fort Knox in Prospect, Wood Island Lighthouse in Saco Bay, Mount Hope Cemetery in Bangor, and countless others. But, speaking of cemeteries -- and obviously, it's not exactly shocking that there are stories of...
If You See Mainers Feeding Bread to Geese, Stop Them Immediately
This is a tough pill to swallow, considering feeding cute geese and ducks at the local pond was one of my happiest childhood memories. I think the thought of feeding bread to geese subconsciously comes to our brains the same way feeding a dog a bone would, but as it turns out, it's actually pretty damaging to them.
Maine Neighbor Charges Parking Fee for Guests at Neighborhood Wedding
We all seem to have that one neighbor, or at least it seems like we do. A neighbor that we just have some unknown friction with due to conflicting personalities, different views, or simply just not understanding each other. But ideally, we keep the peace because, well, no one wants to turn what is hopefully a home full of peace into absolute chaos.
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