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Shout Out to The 30+ Maine Police Departments for Embracing the Blue Envelope Program for Special Needs Drivers
Recently there has been a push for more support and inclusion for folks that have specials needs at Maine police departments. The Blue Envelope Program, is making a huge impact in Maine. This program was created to help drivers with autism or other developmental disabilities have a safer and more understanding interaction with law enforcement.
Here are 5 New Hampshire Burger Joints That Will Fill Your Face With Deliciousness
Who doesn't love a burger? There are so many different kinds to suit anyone's taste. You can have a beef burger or a turkey burger. You can have cheese or no cheese. You can even have a veggie burger. That's not even bringing the toppings into the conversation yet. The...
Shark Sighting Closes Beach in Ipswich, Massachusetts
There are quite a few beach closings for various reasons over the summer, but today marks one of the few times this year a famous North Shore, Massachusetts beach was closed for a shark sighting. According to Ipswich Police Department, Facebook page, Crane Beach was closed to the public following...
Do You Remember The TV Game Show ‘So You Think You Know Maine?’
If you were in Maine during the 70s and 80s, you may remember a locally produced game show on Maine's PBS station WCBB, channel 10. If you were a kid growing up in the 70s and 80s, you'll remember that as the station that had Sesame Street, Mr. Rogers Neighboorhood, and The Electric Company.
Watch A Cape Air Pilot Make An Emergency Landing At Logan Airport
It was a rough landing on Tuesday afternoon for one Cape Air pilot who was forced to hit the landing strip at Boston Logan Airport with only one wheel down. Flight 1833 was headed for Bar Harbor, Maine, but when the pilot was alerted of an issue, the flight returned to Logan where the bumpy landing was caught on camera.
How Cute Is a Maine Baby Porcupine? This Abandoned Porcupette is Adorable
I learned a new word today, 'porcupette'. That's what a baby porcupine is called and it seems very appropriate. According to Maine's Center for Wildlife Facebook page, a porcupine is like other mammals when it comes to mothers. They too need the mother's milk to sustain and thrive, as well as a safe environment from predators. Without mom around, the porcupettes chances for survival is slim.
Did You Know Only 2 New England States Allow Common Law Marriage?
Do you assume common law marriage exists everywhere? At some point growing up I "learned" that any couple who lives together for seven years automatically becomes a common law marriage, and never thought much since. However, that's a total myth according to the Unmarried Equality website. According to the National...
Hampton Beach Casino Ballroom in New Hampshire Has a Fantastic Fall Line Up
Fall is a great time to visit Hampton Beach, New Hampshire. It's way more laid back. Come have fun and find a parking spot a whole lot easier this fall. Seacoast Online points out that the Hampton Beach Casino Ballroom has a pretty epic fall lineup with 16 shows. The marketing director for the Casino Ballroom, Andy Herrick, told Seacoast Online,
This New England Patriots Captain is Currently a Lieutenant in the Navy
Did you know that there is a New England Patriots player who not only starts on our beloved NFL team but simultaneously serves as a lieutenant in the Navy?. The legend who can balance both professions goes by the name of Joe Cardona. According to the New England Patriots official...
There Have Been Nearly 50 Seasons of ‘Survivor,’ and 6 Winners Are from New England
It's still hard to believe that "Survivor" has been on since 2000, marking nearly 25 years and almost 50 seasons. What an incredible feat. Countless twists and turns, blindsides, emotional moments, and glorious victories have come from the over 700 people who have played the reality competition game. Over the...
Maine is Home to One of the Luckiest Convenience Stores in the Nation
A small convenience store in Lebanon, Maine, has had lottery winners totaling more than a billion dollars. If you are gonna buy a lottery ticket, this is where you should go in Maine. Hometown Gas & Grill in Lebanon is starting to believe the hype that maybe, just maybe they...
What Happened to the Beloved Nutty Buddy Once Made in MA?
It's nostalgic and conjures up such fun memories as a child. Let's talk about the original Nutty Buddy ice cream cone we all ate as kids in New England. I remember ice creams trucks coming around the neighborhood with Nutty Buddys and other childhood favorites, some which have disappeared like the origin ice cream cone, as noted in this Facebook post.
Rowen Rings the Bell: A Brave Battle Continues as Maine Boy Faces Chemo
Rowen just rang the bell recently for radiation and is now on his way to 48 weeks of chemotherapy. Emily Rednour is Rowen's mom, an Augusta woman who has shared the deeply emotional journey of her baby boy’s battle with cancer. Rowen is a warrior. Emily told WABI after...
Why is this Maine Airbnb Rental ‘LGBT Friendly’?
There’s an Airbnb listing in Islesboro, Maine that’s absolutely stunning. It’s an eye-catching, 120-year-old convert boathouse, right on the water. The architecture really pulls you in. It’s unique and fun but the building isn’t the only thing that caught my eye. At first glance, the...
Move Over, Maine – This Vermont Bakery Just Broke the World Record for Largest Whoopie Pie
Well, this is some disappointing news for Mainers. In 2012, the Maine famous 'Wicked Whoopies' created a whoopie pie weighing in at 1,062 pounds and made it into the Guinness Book of World Records for the largest whoopie pie ever made. Since then, the Rutland, Vermont has been coming after Maine's Guinness World Record.
How Eddie Vedder Brought The Fenway Park Crowd to Tears on Sunday Night
For Pearl Jam and the crowd they played in front of, it was special. September 15, 2024, marked the show number 34 for Pearl Jam in Boston, Massachusetts. Frontman Eddie Vedder joked that their first show was at a small club right across the street from Fenway Park and now, so many years later, they've sold out the big stadium twice.
Witness a Rare, Out-of-This-World Lunar Trifecta Illuminate Our New England Sky
All in one night, we not only get to witness a stunning full Harvest Moon lighting up the sky but it happens to also be a supermoon that will experience a partial Lunar Eclipse according to the Earth website. As you know, a lunar eclipse happens when our planet passes...
Aldi, With Several Locations in NH and MA, is Hiring Thousands of Employees at $23 Per Hour
Aldi has two locations on the New Hampshire seacoast, in Newington and Dover. Also, there are several locations in Massachusetts, according to their website. In a recent press release, Aldi announced that it would be hiring more than 13,000 employees before the holiday season. Aldi is Paying a Decent Wage.
Remembering This New Hampshire Mansion’s $30K Price Tag and the Catch That Nearly Led to it’s Demolition
Remember back in 2015 when this stunning Manchester Mansion got national attention because of the incredibly low asking price of just under $30K?. 5 years later, in 2020, after there was no success with finding a buyer, it was set to be demolished, but the Currier Museum of Art purchased the house at the last minute and saved it, according to CBS Boston.
Here’s Why You May Be Seeing More Skunks Than Usual in Maine
It's entirely possible that you've noticed or smelled a few more skunks hanging around Maine than normal. You're not imagining that. There are more skunks this year hanging around neighborhoods throughout the state. There's also been a lot more skunks that have met their unfortunate demise as roadkill on Maine roads.
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