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Massachusetts Man Flagged by TSA for Weird Suitcase Contents
There seems to be a number of people getting tagged by airports for carrying unknown firearms or ammunitions. However, there's only one person known on social media for getting stopped by TSA security for having this in his carry-on. Massachusetts resident Joel Libed is a member of the Taste of...
Huge Massachusetts Company Laying Off Over 600 Employees Beginning in July
A little over a year ago, Takeda, one of the biggest companies in Massachusetts, was financially "in great shape," according to Forbes. What a difference a year can make. Takeda now plans on laying off over 600 employees starting in July, according to Boston.com. The layoffs will end in March...
Be on the Lookout for These New Rainbow-Painted Crosswalks in Augusta, Maine
So cute and colorful! This is what keeps our state so unique and keeps people's spirits up. Last week, the Augusta Teen Center set aside a day to paint the town red, literally! Well, along with orange, yellow, green, blue, and purple to represent Pride Month. How adorable is this?...
The Numbers Are in, and Maine Has One of the Highest Tax Burdens in the US
As much as we love living in Maine, when we get those tax bills, we still sometimes wonder, "Is this worth being in Maine?" Well, for me it is, but Maine is not a cheap place to live thanks to what we pay in taxes compared to the rest of the country.
Touched by a Ghost: The Legend of Portsmouth, New Hampshire’s Point of Graves Burial Ground
Here in New England, there are countless tales of unexplained happenings and paranormal activity. Portsmouth in particular is home to many alleged hauntings. For instance, does renowned naval captain John Paul Jones still haunt his Middle Street home? Is the restless soul of a young girl still trapped in the Chase House, shown below?
Celebrate Equality at These Free Pride Events in Maine
June is a month of vibrant celebration. Why? Because it’s Pride Month, baby! Many of us are excited to take part in pride events all over the state of Maine. Celebrating joy and unity as people across Maine come together to honor each other. Pride Month is a time when we celebrate the LGBTQ+ community's diversity, resilience, and contributions, and with that comes a lot of fun events to attend! Many of them have a fee to get in and participate, but many are also free!
When Was the Last Time a Tornado Touched Down in Maine?
One of the best things about living in New England is the relatively low number of serious weather events the region sees. Sure, we see a few nor'easters every winter and a hurricane every few years, but unlike the South or Midwest, we aren't a constant target for dangerous weather.
New Hampshire’s Largest Outdoor Music Venue Has an Amazing Summer Lineup
First things first, have you been to BankNH Pavilion in Gilford, New Hampshire? I can't help but refer to this venue by its original name, Meadowbrook, from when it first opened in 1996. I also consider it to be my favorite live music venue in the Northeast. The top-notch sound, the elevated stage (that makes it impossible to find a bad seat in the house), the large selection of food/drink vendors, and the pre-concert scene (if you're a fan of tailgating) is always a good time, with fans grilling, playing games, and gearing up for the night.
Salmonella Strikes: Maine Joins Growing U.S. Outbreak
A Salmonella outbreak has now been reported to have impacted at least one person in Maine, according to WABI. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported this on Wednesday. So far, the Salmonella outbreak has affected 162 people in the United States and led to 54 hospitalizations, as per the report.
Baby Raccoon in Maine Needs Help After Entire Family Hit by Car
There has always been a delicate balance between humans and the wildlife around us. Especially in Maine, where residents have a special appreciation for all creatures that call the state home. One of the sad but true observations many of us make in Maine is roadkill, whether that's a groundhog,...
Amazon Drones Could Soon Be Making Deliveries in Maine, New Hampshire, & Massachusetts
Even though millions of people had been ordering a variety of products from Amazon for years, the business really exploded in 2020. People who had always shopped at brick and mortar stores were now making almost all of their purchases online. Instead of dealing with pandemic restrictions and supply chain...
Maine Couple Facing Criminal Charges and $1.7 Million for Poisonous Herbicide
To all waterfront homeowners in Maine, Massachusetts, and New Hampshire, let this story be a lesson to you. A couple in Maine is facing criminal charges and $1.7 million dollars in damages for the use of a harmful herbicide, according to a Boston.com article. Let's walk this back, because criminal...
A Message to Moms in Maine and Across the Entire Country
Never did I think this would take the life it has, but here we are, so let's just get right into it. Following the Spring 2024 Girls on the Run event for the Maine chapter in Brunswick, Maine, on Sunday, June 2, I addressed a comment that was made to me while I was in the middle of emceeing, referencing me praising the Girl Dads in the crowd a couple of times and how the Moms that always show up deserve praise as well.
Efficiency Maine Will Pay You Up to $8,000 to Get a Heat Pump
Who's not looking to save some cash while keeping their home at the preferred temperature year-round? Well, Efficiency Maine has got your back with a pretty awesome rebate incentive for heat pumps. First off, what's the deal with heat pumps? You've probably been hearing about the hype. Think of them...
In Maine, It Might be this Bug, Not Rain, Splattering on Your Car
I was driving home a couple nights ago, and when I got off the highway, I had the windows down a bit, and was cranking some tunes, and I heard the sound of rain on my windshield. I thought this to be particularly odd, since there didn't appear to be even a single cloud in the sky. But hey, I'm not always the most observant fellow. A few years ago, this same thing happened, but I had literally no explanation.
After Storm Damage Delay, J’s Oyster in Portland, Maine, Finally Opens
Welcome back, J's Oyster! We've missed you. J's Oyster is one of the more popular places right on Portland's waterfront that gets plenty of traffic from tourists. But it's loved by Mainers, and since the multiple storms this past winter, it's been closed. Speculation online was that they may never open. But alas, TODAY IS THE DAY! Friday, June 7, 2024!
The Cony High School Class of 2024 ‘Car Parade’ Through Augusta is Friday
Unless you've only been involved with one high school, you've probably realized that every school does things a little differently. This becomes even more apparent as students near the end of their senior year. Most students participate in a variety of activities in the spring of their senior year, like senior skip days, senior parties, and senior award nights, for example. Some of these are school-sanctioned events, others not so much.
Maine Could Welcome Summer With Blistering Heat Wave
It may seem like so long ago, but spring started very slowly this year in Maine. In fact, spring started with a massive nor'easter that dropped heavy, wet snow on the state. The entire month of April was a washout, and half of May wasn't much better. That began to...
New Mainer Wonders if Only ‘Maine’ Mosquitoes Bite Your Neck
Mainers live in a world that is a total oxymoron. We really do. For instance, we live in a state that literally depends on tourism. We wouldn't survive as a state if it weren't for all the folks from away, coming to visit our beautiful environs. Yet, as a people there's a lot of guff given to the idea of tourists always coming here.
Maine DEA Agents Arrest Six on Drugs & Weapons Charges
According to a press release from the Maine Department of Public Safety, agents from the Maine Drug Enforcement Agency have arrested six people on various charges. The arrests come after a nearly six-month-long investigation. Law enforcement executed simultaneous searches at two residences on Beech Hill Road in Rockport. The press...
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