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A Massachusetts Veteran is Currently Rowing From Boston to London to Set Record
Anyone who has ever rowed in real life (or used the rowing machine in the gym) knows how exhausting the task is. I mean, I can only go about 30-45 seconds on the rower in the gym before needing a break. Well, one man from Boston, Massachusetts, is doing a...
Remember These 18 Places in Brunswick, Maine, That Are No Longer Around?
Something is comforting about nostalgia, the "remember when," and the callbacks to stuff from when you were younger. Sadly, not everything lasts, and if you've lived in Brunswick or visited regularly, you'll know the changes the Maine town has been through over the years. Where there once was a naval...
Maine Beach Swallows Woman Up to Waist With Unexpected Quicksand
First and most importantly, Jamie Acord is fine after a Popham Beach State Park walk. The Portland Press Herald had a chance to catch up with Jamie and her husband Patrick after they spent a few hours walking Popham Beach and looking for sand dollars. They were heading back when the earth opened up, and Jamie dropped up to her waist in an instant.
Sexy, ‘Star Wars,’ Burlesque Show Coming to Boston, Massachusetts
Before we get into what this is, let's clarify the name: The Empire Strips Back. And if you did not know, that is a play on the 1980 Star Wars Film 'The Empire Strikes Back.'. And here lies the show: stripping Vs. striking. A parody burlesque Star Wars show has...
Maine Landmark to Transform Into the Halls of Hogwarts This July
Attention Muggles, a Maine landmark has a very important announcement. That landmark is Fort Knox in Prospect, which plans to transform from an old military fort to the whimsical hallways of Hogwarts for one day this July. What is Wizarding Day at Fort Knox All About?. Unlike last year, there...
20 New England Places Named Among the 100 Best to Live on the East Coast
This makes sense to me. I feel like now more than ever, New England towns and cities have received honorable mentions on lists of the best places to live or vacation in. And the FW did exactly that. They've released a list of the top 100 best places to live, 20 of which are in New England. Here are a few that stuck out to me.
Famous TV Shows With Only One Surviving Cast Member
The funny thing about classic TV shows is that, due to syndication, you might have enjoyed them long after they originally aired. Many of us felt a connection to shows like The Brady Bunch, I Dream of Jeannie, The Love Boat, and so many more, even though they were already off the air.
Can We Stop Causing Destruction at Local Maine and New Hampshire Businesses?
This is nothing new. It's happened plenty of times before, and unfortunately, because a good chunk of people reek of all the sucktitude possible, it'll happen again. And again. Probably until the end of time. But if people are going to act stupid, then, quite bluntly, I'm going to write...
Great White Sharks Detected Off the Coast of Rye, New Hampshire, Beaches
Tagged Great White Sharks Off the Coast of New Hampshire. There was a time that New Englanders didn't have to worry about sharks in the cold waters of the North Atlantic, but that time has passed. According to aol.com, tagged great white sharks have been detected off the coast of Rye, New Hampshire.
The Largest Alpine Slide in North America is in New Hampshire
NO?! Man, you are missing out. But have no fear. The largest alpine slide in North America is in New Hampshire, so you have the best place to start. Alpine slides are carts with wheels that sit on a track. The track usually starts at the top of a mountain and works its way down through big turns, curves, tunnels, etc., all through the woods of whatever mountain it is on.
Don’t Miss These Temporary Giant Bird Statues Towering 20 Feet Over Back Cove in Portland, Maine
If there's one thing Maine is notorious for, it's pop-up art (leave the lobster out of this one). Portland is the cutest town for so many reasons, and it continues to surprise me everyday. Today, it decided to surprise me with two larger-than-life, giant bird sculptures over 15 feet high that popped up randomly right in the middle of the Back Cove trail. That's exactly what the artists want you to say, too, after speaking with them.
A ‘Saved By the Bell’ and ‘National Lampoon’s’ Reunion Are Both Coming to Boston
Your typical 'comic con' is anything but typical anymore. Once focused primarily on comic books or comic culture (hence the name, 'comic con' a shortened version of 'comic book convention'), comic cons have blown up into massive conventions where the comic culture almost takes a bit of a backseat and instead allows fans to meet celebrities from their favorite television shows and movies, both past and present.
Are You Always Getting Maine Lobster at a Maine Restaurant?
There are serious perks to living in Maine. The biggest perk for me though, will always be Maine's abundance of fresh seafood. Living so near the coast pretty much guarantees that you'll be served seafood that is often hours old. There's nothing quite like going to an oceanside lobster pound, and having them pull fresh bugs, kicking their way out of the tank.
Massive New Water Park Opening in New England at Foxwoods Casino
You can never have too many choices when it comes to water parks in New England. It's especially exciting when you have your favorites, but anticipate a brand-new one opening in our New England backyard. What's even better is that even though it won't open until early 2025, you won't...
Why These Portland, Maine, Streets Are Getting a Safety Makeover With New Blue Curbs
If you've been driving or walking in Portland, Maine, recently, you may have noticed two streets have gotten a color upgrade. Bright blue curb extensions (though, sometimes it looks a bit purple, right?) have been painted on Danforth Street near the Ugly Duckling coffee shop and Brighton Avenue near Bolton Street.
These 20 New Hampshire Towns Have the Youngest Populations
A look into New Hampshire's most and least-populated towns uncovered lots of interesting tidbits. For instance, the least-populated place in the state is the two-person town of Livermore. The area was once a thriving small community, but is now a wooded ghost town with only structural remnants and debris remaining.
Food Fight: Best Maine Summer Sandwich, Lobster Roll or Italian?
There's a healthy debate happening right in our great state. This debate is a serious topic, with repercussions that could ultimately last for generations. Is there a right side to this argument? Who's to say? All I know is that it's downright tasty, both figuratively and literally. And it's a...
Is Maine the Only Place Where People Inhale While they Say ‘Yup’?
I've essentially lived in Maine my whole life. I've spent a lot of time in vans, traveling all over the country, and I've never really found myself having the urge to live anywhere else. If I even had the slightest notion, I'd notice pretty quickly that it was someplace that reminded me very much of home. But there's one thing you will only find in Maine, that doesn't exist anywhere... The Maine accent.
New Business Opening in Tiny 8-Sided Building in Portland, Maine’s Old Port
Hannah and Liz have been friends since middle school, and now, they are the new occupants of Portland's oddest building. Hannah and Liz own Vina Ann's, which sells desserts wholesale in restaurants like The Front and Grill Rooms, Dunstan Tap & Table, and J's Oyster. They sell quiches, cookies, brownies, and other treats to local markets like Pat's Meat Market, Dipietro's, and Ohno.
Iconic Maine Comedian Bob Marley is Coming to Auburn This Summer
I've been lucky enough to see the iconic Bob Marley live. It was a New Year's Eve show in Portland, and he was fantastic. But now, I don't have to travel as far, because he is coming to Auburn in July. Yes, that's right! Maine's funniest dude will be at...
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