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Police Investigating Death in Union, Maine
According to an article on the KJ website, police are investigating a death in Union, Maine. The article explains that police were called to a residence at 8 Heald Highway/Route 17 on Saturday morning. At 10 a.m., there were reportedly seven law enforcement vehicles at the scene. Maine Department of...
Pembroke, New Hampshire, Teen Gets Recognition From ‘Rolling Stone Magazine’
Olivia Conway is a 15-year-old singer and songwriter from Pembroke, New Hampshire. She has had a passion for country music since she was a little girl. Five years ago, she scored passes to go backstage and meet Kelsea Ballerini in Gilford, New Hampshire!. Since then, she has been writing up...
One Historical Inn Near Bangor, Maine, Has a Chillingly Haunted History
Countless people have traveled along Route 1A in Maine from Bangor on their way to Ellsworth and Bar Harbor. Through twists and turns, you'll come up to a picturesque hilltop with a majestic Colonial building at the top, known as the Lucerne Inn. The inn has been maintained since it...
Can You Be the Forever Family for Maine’s ‘Duke of Fun’?
The Duke of Fun was interviewed by the Animal Welfare Society in Kennebunk, Maine. I know you probably are wondering how the Duke of Fun did an interview with the Animal Welfare Society. It's easy if animals are your life, like they are for AWS employees. This is Duke. How...
Maine Folks, Here are 5 Chill Meal Ideas to Beat The Summer Heat
It's no fun to cook in hot weather... At first, I figured I'd do a bunch of recipes for dinners in the heat. But as I got looking at ideas, I realized that it seems relegated to one of two things.... Salads and sandwiches. Those are great, and we'll address those in a minute, but what about just coming up with a good game plan to eat something halfway decent that doesn't have to be either of those?
Stunning Historic Wiscasset, Maine, Home for Sale With Views of the Water Was Once a Post Office [PHOTOS]
If you're looking for a Maine home with a unique flair, rich with history, and boasting beautiful elegance, then 7 Middle Street in Wiscasset, Maine might be for you. A stunning brick building overlooking Sheepscot Harbor, this place was once a prestigious Customs Office and U.S. Post Office. Today, it...
Server Insists on a 20% Tip on the Receipt at a Massachusetts Restaurant
Tipping is already a hot-button topic for most of us. Not that we don't believe in it, rather, we don't want to have to tip simply to tip rather do it as a reward or extra thank you. Whether you drop some money in the tip jar at your favorite...
Winthrop, ME’s White Duck Pub Now One of America’s Best Eateries
Probably a little more of each than I should, honestly. But suffice it to say, I'm no stranger to spending time and money on places that serve good food. One of my favorite things on Earth is to go out to eat. Even more so, I try to find new places I've never been to, so I can expand my palate, and my list of spots.
40-Mile Loop in Maine Named Among Best Summer Road Trips in Nation
With summer in full swing, the time for a good road trip is now. There are a ton of great destinations throughout America perfect for a summer road trip. But according to loveEXPLORING, you don't even have to leave Maine to enjoy one of the best summer road trips in the nation.
The Hidden History of Portland, Maine’s Bureau of Motor Vehicles Building
The State of Maine has 13 Bureau of Motor Vehicles locations across Maine, but none have the unique history that the BMV building in Portland has. If you've ever had to go to the odd-shaped building on Presumpscot Street to register your car, take a driving test, or renew your license, you may not have been aware of what the building you were standing in was previously used for.
Who Else Remembers Video Disks? They Actually Existed!
I know what you're thinking: "Of course, I remember laser disks. I still have some in my basement!" But that's not what I am referring to. I'm talking about video disks. A friend and I were discussing my recent article, "Can You Identify These '70s Objects?" and the topic of home video came up. I then mentioned how much fun we had watching video disks in the early '80s. He replied, "Like video laser disks? The ones that look like giant CDs." I said, "No, the ones that looked like 78 RPM records."
Why Your Maine Dog Gets the Zoomies: The Science Behind It
Hey Mainers, I know you adore your dogs. They are family, after all, and have stolen our hearts. If you’ve ever had a dog, you know the chaotic joy of their fun behavior. We all can't get enough of them, especially when your dog randomly bursts into a frenzy of energy and starts to run back and forth around the house or yard. They dash so fast with big smiles, and these little bursts are declared as "zoomies."
Old Orchard Beach, Maine: Where Pro Baseball Once Called Home
Summer is finally here. That means longer days, warmer weather, and the start of baseball season. America's pastime has been delighting the masses for nearly 200 years. Local favorites like the Boston Red Sox and Portland Sea Dogs entertain us with big hits and amazing plays, while the aroma of hotdogs and popcorn fill the air. What a wonderful time of year.
Guy Fieri’s Love for This New Hampshire Restaurant Puts It on Must-Visit List
If you live in New Hampshire, you know how much Guy Fieri LOVES Bobby Marcotte, a.k.a Bobby the Butcher and the Tuckaway Tavern in Raymond, New Hampshire. Fieri has said it so much that food industry website Chowhound has created a list of 14 restaurants Guy loves that are worth visiting. The Tuckaway is on the list.
Roar Into Prehistoric Times at Dinosaur Adventure Coming to Augusta, Maine
The Augusta Civic Center will be hosting an amazing event for families and kiddos all across Maine. It has been announced that Dinosaur Adventure is traveling to Maine! From June 29-30, you can experience the amazing prehistoric fun of this unique event. One of my all-time favorite films is Jurassic...
Maine, New Hampshire, Has Had Two Tornado-Related Deaths Since 1950
First thing on Sunday morning, June 23, 2024, the National Weather Service out of Gray, Maine, issued a tornado watch for both Maine and New Hampshire, with predictions of the tornado-causing impact to hit more in the evening hours. While no tornado activity was reported in Maine, outside of just...
Drivers Surprised to See ‘Hawk Tuah’ Sign in Hollis, Maine
The internet can be wonderful and sometimes, the internet can just be dumb. Every single year, something or someone goes viral completely by accident. Some small clip suddenly changes their life for better or worse. That has been the case over the last few days for what the internet has...
This Unique and Mouthwatering Blueberry Pizza is Only Available in Maine
Don't judge me if you've never tried this pizza, Mr. or Mrs. Judgey-pants. It's "blow-your-hair-back" delicious, and you can only get it at Brickyard Hollow Brewery in Maine. I will admit that I am not a big pizza fan. I know, I'm probably the only one. But the pizza at Brickyard Hollow Brewery is wicked good. It's quick, hot, and delicious.
Boston-Based Chef Jason Santos Becomes New ‘Bar Rescue’ Guest Host
You may know Chef Jason Santos best from Chef Gordon Ramsay's insanely popular show -- which is filming its next two seasons here in New England at Foxwoods -- Hell's Kitchen. Chef Jason first appeared on the show as a contestant back in Season 7, finishing as the runner up to Holli Ugalde; however, it turns out that may have been an absolute blessing in disguise.
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