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How Will Debby Affect the Weekend Weather in Maine, New Hampshire, & Massachusetts?
Normally, we don’t need to worry about hurricanes or tropical storms here in New England. However, occasionally, they do affect our weather. That’s the case with Debby. The storm roared ashore in Florida on Monday as a hurricane. It has since been downgraded to a tropical storm, but it is still bringing lots of wind and rain to the East Coast.
Get Your Slo-Mo Run Ready for This ‘Baywatch’ Party in New Hampshire
Is there anything more iconic than when the lifeguards run in slow-motion in Baywatch?. Whether it is the old-school show or the 2017 movie, it makes you want to slip into a vibrant red one-piece, channel your best CJ Parker, and show the beach what you are made of:. If...
Good Samaritan Pulls Woman From Kennebec River in Waterville, Maine, Wednesday
Sometimes we don't decide when we're going to become heroes. In fact, almost always, the moment chooses us. And I use the term "us" lightly because most of us (fortunately) will never be in a situation where we have to leap into a dangerous river to save another person. However,...
Matt Damon Supports the Latest ‘Good Will Hunting’ Project in Massachusetts
It's an iconic, critically-acclaimed film that put Matt Damon and his best friend, Ben Affleck, on the map to superstardom. Good Will Hunting originally started its writing process in a film class Matt was taking. He brought Ben in later on, and voila. The 1997 film grossed over $225 million in the theater against a $10 million budget, receiving nine Academy Award nominations including Best Picture and Best Director.
Settling a Debate: Are Dogs or Cats More Popular in New Hampshire?
Words can't describe how much our pets mean to us. They're our best friends, close companions, and often (scratch that, always) better listeners than people. A pet brings so much joy to your life, enriching it for the better. The decision to adopt a four-legged companion is a big one....
This New Hampshire Big Lots is Slated to Close
Big Lots has been a favorite chain store for many years. With over 1,400 stores nationwide, the retail outlet is known for fantastic deals on back to school items, furniture, and outdoor items for all seasons. I've never met a holiday where I didn't find fantastic decorations at Big Lots.
Beloved Maine Donut Shop Will Soon Start Shipping Nationwide
If you are a donut lover, New England is a great place to live. Even though the donut was not invented here (it was actually invented by Dutch settlers living in New York), we have so many great donut shops. Not only is one of the best-known national chains headquartered in New England, but we also have some great locally-owned chains.
5 of the World’s Best Hospitals Are in New England
When you or a loved one is sick, you want to get the best healthcare there is. This is a decision that you have to get right. That's why we are so grateful to have five of the world's best hospitals right here in New England, according to newsweek.com. The...
Remnants of Hurricane Debby Predicted to Affect New Hampshire
If you know anyone who has tried to travel in or out of Florida over the last few days (keyword "tried"), you know that Hurricane Debby has made it nearly impossible. According to the NOAA, Debby started off as a tropical storm just north of Cuba on August 3. During the evening of August 4, the storm was upgraded to a hurricane as it approached Florida. It was a category 1 hurricane, but has since weakened to a tropical storm again.
My Review of Def Leppard and Journey Concert at Fenway Park in Massachusetts
Journey is my favorite band of all time, and last Christmas, my girlfriend Michele surprised me with tickets to see them (along with Def Leppard) at Fenway Park. My favorite band at my favorite ballpark? What more could you ask for?. It was a long eight-month wait, but the big...
Maine Homebuyers: Do Not Make These 4 Mistakes
So, you're ready to dive into Maine's housing market? Awesome! Before you start picturing yourself cozied up your new home, let's talk about a few mistakes that you'll want to avoid. Trust me, you don't want your dream home turning into a horror story. Mistake 1: Not Starting The Approval...
Seeing Fewer Fireflies in Your Maine Yard? Here’s Why That Trend is Likely to Continue
It was one of our most favorite pastimes when we were kids, wasn't it? Going out just after dusk on those warm Maine evenings and waiting for a seemingly massive sea of fireflies to emerge into the night sky. I remember vividly going outside with my younger sister with our...
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