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Beloved New Hampshire State Trooper K9 Responsible for Many Criminal Arrests Passes Away
There is nothing more heartbreaking than the death of a dog, but New Hampshire State Trooper K9 Grunt was something special. According to the New Hampshire State Trooper's Association's Facebook page, K9 Grunt was a 13-year-old Belgian Mallinois Shephard assigned to Sargeant Gary Ingham. He was also the New Hampshire Police SWAT unit. Together, Sargeant Ingham and K9 Grunt made many criminal arrests together.
Chill Out at These Seacoast Summer Dining Decks in New England
There's something about sitting on a deck watching the water, boats, and smiling faces of people celebrating the arrival of summer in New England. We wait a long time for those coveted three months of June, July, and August, and all the joy the sunshine brings to campers, golfers, boater, runners, and diners.
These Are Some of the Oldest Businesses Still Operating in Maine
L.L. Bean - Freeport - 112 years. Founded in Freeport in 1912 by Leon Leonwood Bean to sell his Maine hunting shoe out of one room, L.L.Bean has become a worldwide business. They have over 42 stores and a lot more than just the famous Maine hunting shoe (known today as the practical and trendy Bean Boot). 112 years later, the flagship store remains where it all started in Freeport.
Help Wanted: Portland, Maine, Named Top Spot for Summer Job Opportunities
Maine's largest city recently received high praise for its employment opportunities. WalletHub, a popular personal finance website, has published its annual report on the best American cities to for summer jobs. Not only can Portland be found near the top, but it's also the highest-ranked New England cities on the list. Not too shabby at all.
Let’s Talk About New York’s Newest Millionaire
Can you imagine thinking about how you are going to pay your utility bills as you drift off to sleep on a Wednesday night, then waking up Thursday morning as a multi-millionaire?. That is likely what one New Yorker recently experienced. While no one won that jackpot in Wednesday night's...
Kennebec County’s Massive River Monsters Are Going Wild Right Now in Maine
The Kennebec River is popular throughout Maine for its simple and natural beauty. It offers many perfect spots to sit and soak in the stunning views of the river and all the historic buildings nearby. Normally, sitting next to a body of water can be quiet, calm, and filled with Zen.
Spotted: Is lululemon Apparel Finally for Sale at Massachusetts T.J. Maxx Locations?
As a varsity maxxanista myself, I could literally tell you every single brand they sell in that department store. In all the years I've been shopping at T.J. Maxx for my mental health, I've never once seen lululemon being sold there, as much as I've wished for it to happen. With lululemon being one of my favorite brands, you could imagine how excited I got seeing the girl that just went viral on TikTok, because she came across a rare shipment of it somewhere in Massachusetts. I did more googling, of course, and found another similar video, proving that it's rare but not impossible to find lululemon apparel in a T.J. Maxx or Marshalls. I wouldn't believe me either right now, so here's proof. Watch this:
Culture Reggae Festival to Rock Maine on August 3
The Culture Reggae Festival is set to rock Lisbon, Maine, on August 3 at the Worumbo Riverfront Event Center. According to the website, this fun-filled event is taking place from 2-10 PM. This yearly event is a celebration of love, reggae culture, and music!. Headlining the festival are amazing reggae...
Jurassic Quest Brings Dinosaurs to Life in Bangor and Portland, Maine
If you've got kids who love dinosaurs, you're going to love this amazing show coming to Maine. What makes kids obsessed with these beasts that roamed the earth 230 million years ago?. According to an article from The Cut, scientists call the obsession with dinosaurs an "intense interest." Researchers don’t...
2 New England States Officially Have State Dogs: Is Yours One of Them?
People Magazine finally came out with an article that interests me: the official dogs of each state. Actually, according to them, only 13 states were granted a state dog, including New Hampshire and Massachusetts. Let's start with New Hampshire. Have you ever heard of a Chinook? Well, it's adorable, and...
7 ‘Carol Burnett Show’ Characters Who Still Make Us Laugh
Comedy can quickly become outdated as styles, mannerisms, and references lose their appeal faster than ever. This rapid evolution often leaves some TV shows seeming outdated in no time at all. That said, when you revisit some of the more popular recurring sketches from The Carol Burnett Show, it becomes...
What Were the Highest Temperatures Ever Recorded in Augusta & Waterville?
Maine is in the process of dealing with the first true heatwave that we have had in several years. Yes, we have had a few hot days each summer, but the high temperatures never really lasted for more than a day or two. This week is different. After having normal...
Enjoy The 4th of July Fireworks Aboard This Gorgeous Maine Schooner
We're so fortunate here in Maine to have an array of activities at our disposal. Whether you're into climbing mountains, watching dirt track racing or listening to the powerful waves of the north Atlantic crash off the jagged coastline, there is literally something for everyone. While I was watching the...
It’s So Hot That Maine Meteorologist Emily Santom Baked Cookies Inside Her Car
There's no denying that the heatwave that's been heating up the towns and cities throughout Maine has been felt pretty strongly by mostly everyone (except those people whose body temperatures run cold and, even though most Mainers and tourists are sweating, they're still in need of a sweater.) Lots of...
Mainers Trying to Buy a Home: Have You Tried House Hacking?
You may have found yourself struggling to find and afford that perfect home here in Maine. Well, your dreams of owning your own home and building equity (instead of paying someone else's mortgage) might be easier than you had imagined. This is a real estate hack that I have passed...
Maine has at Least 6 Great White Sharks Off Our Coast Right Now
When I saw Jaws, I honestly thought sharks didn't come to Maine. I knew we had little sand sharks and that sort of thing, but I always thought Great Whites were just something people had to worry about in like, Florida. I assumed Maine was exempt from that kind of horror. As we've learned in the last few years, that couldn't be farther from the truth.
Did You Know Maine’s Stephen King Was a Contestant on ‘Jeopardy!’?
I still watch Jeopardy! occasionally, especially recently, when I stuck around after watching Pat Sajak's final week of hosting Wheel of Fortune. These two game shows have been back-to-back in syndication since September 1984. Wheel debuted in syndication a year earlier, and the brilliant Merv Griffin decided to bring back another of his creations, Jeopardy!, to pair with Wheel. It's been a huge success.
The Hottest Temperature Ever Recorded in Maine Was More Than 100 Years Ago
Maine can get wicked cold in the winter, but there are some days in the summer so hot you'll wish you were back to bundling up for the next snowstorm. And as those temperatures rise in the 90s and possibly 100s, you're probably thinking, this has got to be one of the hottest days ever, right?
Electricity Shortages Possible With Thursday June 2024 Heat Wave in Maine
Maine, as well as most of New England, is right smack-dab in the middle of a heat wave, the likes of which we haven't seen in several years. And while we often take for granted the flow of electricity in times like these, it's not always that easy. As the...
Popular Maine Swimming Spot Closes Indefinitely
As much of Maine continues to deal with this week's heatwave, many people are staying cool by visiting their favorite beaches and swimming holes. Unfortunately, one popular Maine swimming hole has been forced to temporarily close. According to an article on the WGME website, Windham's Dundee Pond, located on the...
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