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New Hampshire’s Story Land Announces New Halloween Events
Iconic New England amusement park Story Land is celebrating its 70th season in 2024. Located in Glen, New Hampshire, the park has come a long way since it opened as a roadside attraction in the 1950s. Back then, the park boasted a gift shop and fire truck. These days, Story Land covers acres and features sophisticated rides, games, shows, food vendors, and even a water park.
Warning: Dangerous Fruit Flies Found in Fruits in Androscoggin County, Maine
Have you ever heard of the invasive spotted wing drosophila? No? Well, it’s a fruit fly from Asia that threatens our berries and crops!. This year, these pests have made an early and impactful appearance. Here's the problem: this fruit fly is now causing dangerous disruptions in strawberry operations...
Lewiston, Maine, Animal Shelter Desperate for Pet Food as Supplies Run Low
If there's one thing you shouldn't question about the majority of people in Maine, it's their love for furry companions. The Pine Tree State is filled with pet owners, often glowing with pride over their cats, dogs, and other homebound pals. But Maine has also become a place where pets...
Here’s What to Expect From the New Airline Coming to This New Hampshire Airport
Breeze is coming to Pease. Portsmouth International Airport at Pease announced yesterday via Facebook that Breeze Airways will be coming to Pease International Airport starting in October. Breeze will fly on Wednesdays and Saturdays, only out of Portsmouth. Right now, there are two destinations: Orlando and Fort Meyers, Florida. Is...
Anyone Else Confused About the Bizarre Destruction of Flower Pots in Portland, Maine?
There's a cool way to be mysterious, and then there's just a really crappy way of being mysterious. The Valentine's Day heart bandit is a perfect example of what being a good mysterious bandit looks like. While we'd sleep, he'd be awake dressing the town with paper hearts so we'd wake up feeling loved. However, in this case, this mysterious flower bandit is not the good kind.
10 Mistakes That Mainers Selling Their Home Should Stop Doing
Maine real estate is a hot commodity right now. Since the pandemic, our state has become one of the most desirable places to live. That, along with some other factors, has caused inventory to be low. This has driven home prices up, netting some sellers a lot more than they had ever imagined.
35 Delicious Maine Restaurants That Are Worth the Drive
One of my favorite things to do in my spare time is to take a trip in-state to a new establishment to eat. My wife and I will drive hours based on a review, article, tip, or social media post. It's fun, adventurous, and always satisfies the pallet. While traveling...
Everything You Need to Know About 2024 Kennebec River Brewfest in Maine
Raise your glass to this year's Kennebec River Brewfest. This event is always the talk of the town here in the capital city of Maine. When the month of August hits, you know that it's coming soon, and everyone gets so excited. This year will mark its 7th year celebrating...
Remote Maine River Named One of the Best for Fly Fishing in the Country
A small, relatively remote Maine river and its surrounding area is receiving critical acclaim for a popular recreational activity that the region is known for. published an article about fly fishing. The article, titled "31 Best Places to Fly Fish in the USA," included many of the most iconic fishing holes in the country, like the Madison River in Montana and Idaho's Salmon River. Also included was Northwestern Maine's unique little Rapid River.
Augusta, Maine, Rolls Out New Emergency Alert System
One of the most important duties that officials have during an emergency situation is the dissemination of information. Friday’s manhunt in Augusta is a good example of this. On Friday, many Augusta residents were shocked to get an emergency message on their smartphones. Personally, I assumed it was just...
Target Announces Change That Will Affect All Maine Stores Next Week
As major retailers nationwide continue to battle to keep customers visiting their physical locations, one has been more proactive in that fight than others. That would be Target. Earlier this year, the retailer implemented a major change to their self-checkout lanes. A 10 items or less policy was put into place in hopes that it would speed up the lanes and keep customer grumbles down. That policy has been an overwhelming success for Target over the last few months.
New England-Born A-Lister Hosting ‘Shark Week’ 2024
Shark Week has been this crazy, almost hard-to-explain phenomena, according to People, for over 30 years. During a time where you would think someone would want to hear about anything other than sharks, considering July is the dead middle of summer and beaches are frequented by locals and tourists alike, one of the most-watched events of the summer happens to be Discovery's Shark Week.
NH Community Rallies for Red Gate Farm Owner After Tragic Accident
This is one of those reminders that never want to get, because it comes with such heartbreaking, tragic news. Originally reported by WMUR, on Monday, July 8, Rochester, New Hampshire, police responded to "a serious crash...in the area of Crown Point Road." This was echoed by the Rochester Police Department...
Musical Magic: The ‘Best of Broadway’ Coming to Lewiston, Maine
Show me your best jazz hands and give it up for the Franco American Heritage Center on Cedar Street in Lewiston! This historic venue has been adding pizazz to the twin cities for decades now. They have something extraordinary planned for everyone in a few months!. Get ready to be...
Missing Maine Man, Michael Albert, Found Deceased
Maine State Police has released an update on the 55-year-old missing man of West Gardiner. As of last night, Michael Albert was found deceased. Michael's wife, Heather Albert, reported him missing on Monday, and as per News Center Maine, was afraid he may have been experiencing a psychotic episode. According...
The Best Rock + Metal Songs of 2024 (So Far)
We're officially more than halfway through the year, so check out our list of the best rock and metal songs of 2024 so far. Some of the biggest artists have already released full albums, including Pearl Jam, Bruce Dickinson, Judas Priest, Bring Me the Horizon and Kerry King. Others, such as Falling in Reverse, Myles Kennedy and The Black Dahlia Murder, have only shared a song or two so far, but have records coming at some point later this year.
Sammy Hagar Adds Fifth Band Member to 2024 Van Halen Focused Tour
Sammy Hagar and Michael Anthony had already assembled one hell of a band for this summer's Best of All Worlds tour, which will celebrate their decade-long run together in Van Halen. In addition to their Circle partner Jason Bonham on drums, the duo recruited guitar wizard Joe Satriani - another...
Beat the Heat With a Free Slurpee From These 11 Maine Locations
It seems to sneak up on us almost out of nowhere every single summer, but every July 11 is a reason to celebrate, especially on hot, humid days throughout New England. Because in accordance with their name, 7-Eleven stores across not only the region, but the entire country, celebrate July 11 (or, as is written out sometimes, 7/11 -- get it?) by declaring it Slurpee Day.
Riptide Danger: Vital Tips After Multiple Children Rescued From Maine Waters
Swimming is something we all love to do in the summer! But lately, there have been so many warnings. Yesterday, it was about rising fecal bacteria levels at Maine beaches, and today, it's riptides. Swimmers Warned About Fecal Bacteria in Maine Beaches) According to WGME 13, Old Orchard Beach lifeguards...
Why Everyone Thinks Bob’s Discount Furniture is Closing in New England
No, that's not the Bob's that is closing. The internet is all in a frenzy because of the confusing two Bob's. There is Bob's Discount Furniture and there are Bob's Stores. Bob's Stores are closing after 70 years in business. According to Seacoastonline, Bob's Stores is closing all its locations,...
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