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TikToker Can’t Identify Celebrity at Airport; She Responds ‘It’s Me’
In the most 2024 thing that ever 2024ed, TikToker Richmond Staunton Keeling (@richmondkeeling) captured the moment when, while waiting parked at arrivals at the airport, he saw numerous people walking up to the woman standing in front of his vehicle and asking her for photos. Not knowing who this person...
Maine Dog Owners Going to or from Canada Face Hard New CDC Rules
My wife and I have talked about traveling with our dog more. Mostly because it's not only hard to find someone to watch him, but the rising costs of boarding a dog for an extended period adds a whole other expense to trying to leave town for a few days. Even the neighbor kid probably wants an arm and a leg to watch my pup for a weekend. So traveling with him seems like an option.
Kittery, Maine, Favorite Named Among Best ‘Classic Food’ Restaurants in America
When it comes to deeming food "classic American fare", that terminology can be broad. For many, a classic meal could be something like a burger and fries, bacon and eggs, or fish and chips. The majority of restaurants across the United States have some form of classic American fare on...
World’s Largest Bounce House is Coming to New England This Summer
Finally, something we can all agree on: bounce houses are epic and fun. And they really should make them for adults, not just kids. Well, an adult bounce house does exist, and it is coming to New England this summer. The WORLD'S LARGEST bounce house will be in New England...
Legendary Maine Beer Company Had a Cameo on Ryan Reynolds’ Popular TV Show, ‘Welcome to Wrexham’
Sometimes, you never know what you might catch while watching a television show or movie. A perfect example of this happened to me while watching the popular reality show, Welcome to Wrexham. The show follows a professional football (or soccer) team in the Welsh town of Wrexham. The team's current...
Maine’s Best Unknown Trail Can Be Found in Acadia National Park
Maine rightfully is Vacationland. The well-earned nickname has only grown stronger over the years, especially with the state gaining more and more exposure (thanks, world wide web). Maine is constantly being compared, contrasted, dissected, observed, and reviewed by websites from across the globe. These articles can be great reference guides...
Fun, Friends, and Charcuterie: Build Your Own Board at Rock Row in Westbrook, Maine
The first time I heard the term "charcuterie board" I was confused. I asked Lori Voornas, who has one, what it is. I'll be honest. It still doesn't make sense to me, but here's what I learned: the word "charcuterie" translates to "cold cuts" in English. Well, now we're talking.
Is David Letterman Coming to Bar Harbor, Maine?
Comedian David Letterman retired from hosting The Late Show on CBS in 2015 after 35 years of hosting three talk shows. He didn't retire fully, though, going on to host the excellent My Next Guest Needs No Introduction on Netflix and appearing semi-regularly on his YouTube channel with new videos alongside clips of both Late Night and The Late Show.
Warning: New Hampshire Department of Health Says Do Not Consume Diamond Shruumz Products
New Hampshire Drivers Beware: This Road Snack Can Make You Sick. As we are hitting the road for the weekend (or maybe the 4th of July), be on the lookout for any product by Diamond Shruumz, including chocolate bars, cones, and gummies. There's been a recall, according to the FDA, as they are making people sick. The products have been distributed to stores in New Hampshire.
The Secret is Out About This Beach Town Lobster Café in Massachusetts
Living in a beach town in Massachusetts, I know what our secret local spots mean to our community. We have a sense of pride about them, and really don't want to share them with the rest of the world. In a place where people know one another and tourists haven't...
A Massive ‘Harry Potter’ Exhibit Makes Its Way to New England This September
There have been very few, if any, book and movie series that have been more popular than Harry Potter. Legions of devoted fans will travel all over the world to get closer to the movie stars, props, and experiences having to do with the books and films. Starting in September,...
Multi-Million-Dollar Gem Was the Most Expensive Home Sold in Biddeford, Maine, for 2023
Move over, Portland, because Biddeford, Maine, is blowing up!. Okay, I guess comparing Biddeford to Portland is a bit of a stretch. But the place once considered a “bit of a rough diamond” has been transforming into a desirable hotspot over the last several years, with revamped buildings and a vibrant mix of new businesses. These include restaurants like Magnus on Water and Cowbell, not to mention eat-in breweries like Batson River and hidden gem beaches.
Maine State Police Investigating Sexual Assault on Augusta Trail
According to a press release from the Augusta Police Department, at about 7 a.m. on Monday (July 1), law enforcement officers responded to the report of an alleged sexual assault on the Kennebec River Rail Trail in Augusta. The responding officers from the Augusta Police Department and Maine State Police...
Love Poke? New Hawaiian-Inspired Restaurant Open in Kittery, Maine
Man, I love a poke bowl! It's just the most perfect, light dinner or lunch option in the summer! For those hot days where you don't want to eat anything too heavy but also want something more exciting than a salad, a poke bowl is the answer to your prayers.
After Four Years, The Maine State Aquarium in Boothbay Harbor Reopens
Visiting the Maine State Aquarium is one of the fondest memories from my childhood, and I can't wait to return there with my own children now that it's reopened once again. According to a Facebook post from The Maine State Aquarium, the place will reopen on Wednesday, June 26, as part of Boothbay Harbor's Windjammer Days.
Maine Drivers Will Love this Hack for Cooling a Hot Parked Car
There's no worse feeling on a hot day, than having to get into an even hotter car. In the heat of summer, the inside of a vehicle is almost mind boggling. You wouldn't think that sitting in the sun for a short time could produce such intense heat. But you gotta figure, all that insulation that keeps your car quiet, pretty much also turns it into an insane hotbox.
Opening of Anjon’s in Scarborough, Maine, Delayed, but It’s Coming
They closed in 2019 after 65 years, but they're back!. In 2019, Anjon’s co-owner John DiSanto told the Portland Press Herald that increased competition in the area had put the squeeze on them. In 2017, the restaurant had a tough time with unpaid taxes. And on top of that, the family’s patriarch was seriously ill.
Here Are the 3 Best Fireworks Displays in New Hampshire
Live Free or Die, Baby! Consumer fireworks are legal to purchase and use on private property in the State of New Hampshire, but the rule doesn't apply to all cities and towns, according to newhampshirebullein.com. However, it wouldn't be a 4th of July celebration without fireworks. If you're looking for...
Is It Safe to Go Into the Water at Your Favorite Maine Beach?
Maine has its fair share of amazing beaches. While Old Orchard Beach is the best known, there are countless others. Long Sands Beach, Short Sands Beach, Ogunquit Beach, Crescent Beach, Higgins Beach, and Popham Beach, to name just a few. These beaches provide locals and visitors a place to splash...
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