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Maine’s State Bird Falls Short: 20 Feathered Contenders Who Could Soar
Let's face it, Maine's state bird stinks. No offense to all you black-capped chickadee fans, but what has that dorky little loudmouth ever done to deserve the recognition it gets? The honor of being the state bird from the greatest state in the nation is just too important to give to some lame bird that has nothing going for it.
Watch Ozzy Osbourne Tell Kids Not to Snort Drink Powder
Ozzy Osbourne is seen in a lighthearted new commercial for a drink powder, inspired by its customers. Death Dust – a new product from Liquid Death – offers flavored drinks aimed at healthier living, so the Black Sabbath icon’s history with drugs, and powders in particular, seemed a perfect match.
#1 Engineering School in USA is Short Drive for New Englanders
You need to have a special kind of brain to understand engineering. But if you have that genius gene for how to design, create, and troubleshoot mechanical and engineering projects, you are likely to be ahead of your classmates in earning power. Should you decide to go to engineering school,...
Here’s the 4th of July Weather Forecast for Maine, New Hampshire, & Massachusetts
It is hard to believe that we are just a few days away from Independence Day. This year has really flown by, hasn’t it? It seems like New Year's Day was just yesterday. Now, we're already into summer. Even though most holidays are dependent on the weather (to a...
Raymond’s Frozen Custard Is the Best Kept Secret in Casco, Maine
If you are looking for a fun way to spend a late summer (or early fall) weekend afternoon, take a drive down Route 302 to Raymond's Frozen Custard in Casco. Located a few minutes' drive from Windham / Raymond, you may know this business as Dingley's. Adjacent to the farm stand, in a small red building, is the best "ice cream" stand in that part of Maine.
Boston, Massachusetts, Bars and Restaurants Do Not Have Happy Hour, and Here’s the Dark Reason Why
Boston, Massachusetts, Bars and Restaurants Do Not Have Happy Hour. Whenever we have gone into Boston and have been looking for a cocktail at, say, 4pm or so, it never occurred to us that there are no happy hour specials throughout the city. We just thought it was because it was Boston and things are always expensive. But then we heard about a young woman who lost her life in 1983, and that was the end of happy hour not only for Boston, but the entire Commonwealth.
‘The Book of Mormon’ Coming to Portland, Maine, for Three Shows This Fall
One of the most successful Broadway shows in the last 20 years is once again hitting the road to spread its unique message: that you should laugh until you cry. The Book of Mormon, the Tony Award-winning musical written by South Park creators Matt Stone and Trey Parker, is embarking on a U.S. tour which will include three shows in Portland, Maine, at the Cross Insurance Arena. The nine-month-long tour will go everywhere from opera houses to arenas.
Severe New England Storms Possibly Prove Behavior Fact in Dogs
Thunderstorms aren't really a rare occurrence throughout the warmer months across the country, but especially in New England. With the stereotypical, ever-changing New England weather pattern, storms can happen at any moment really, considering all the shifting warm and cold fronts. New England Tornadoes. June 2024 may be remembered for...
Maine Now Recognized as One of the Top States to Live in the US
I've grown up as a lifelong Mainer. I've tried moving away once or twice, but it never really stuck. Even if I did manage to head somewhere else for a while, I've always come back. It's a classic case of, "if it ain't broke, don't fix it". I mean sure, you can certainly find some superficial reasons to not be that fond of Maine, but no matter where you go, you'll find reasons to not like it.
How Did Sand Hill in Augusta, Maine, Get Its Name?
If you have lived in the Augusta area for more than a few weeks, you have probably heard about Sand Hill. Located North of downtown Augusta and overlooking the Kennebec River, it is one of the main residential neighborhoods of the city. From the 1800s through the mid-1900s, many of...
Ugh, Deer Flies! I Just Discovered a Stupidly Easy Way to Outsmart Them
If your neighborhood is anything like mine, there's a specific two-week period in the summer when the temperature is steamy, the breeze is non-existent, and it happens. This happened precisely two days ago, just after a pretty bad thunderstorm. I walked out, inhaled the gloopy air, and a deer fly landed on me and bit HARD. It was waiting for me.
Maine State Aquarium Set to Open Today With All-New Touch Tank
It's been four years since the Maine State Aquarium closed, and it is back open today!. According to the Boothbay Register, the Maine State Aquarium initially closed in 2020 because of COVID-19. That's when they did an inspection and found that the building (over 30 years old) had severe damage. The Maine Department of Marine Resources, which owns and runs the aquarium, found big problems in the walls, floor, and electrical system thanks to saltwater corrosion. They did not anticipate being closed for so long! But then the aquarium was plagued by the same problems many businesses faced: supply chain and labor shortages. They made the initial exciting announcement back in May.
Maine Ranked as one of the Top States for a Good Night’s Sleep
In real life, no one sleeps worse than I do. I struggle a lot with sleep. Like, more than most people should. Although I don't have sleep apnea or anything like that, I have sooooo much trouble staying asleep. I can fall asleep like a champ, but usually a few hours later, I'm wide awake. There are times I'll go to bed at like, 9:30pm, and I'm awake for the day at 11:45pm. It's brutal.
Did You Know the Oldest Home in Massachusetts is Over 380 Years Old?
As someone who appreciates all things history, this writer loves living in one of the oldest parts of the country. Massachusetts is home to 192 National Historic Landmark alone, and an additional 85 can be found within our neighboring states of Maine, New Hampshire, and Vermont. But these landmarks are...
Stunning Conway, New Hampshire, Villa on Airbnb is Perfect for a Luxurious Getaway
Just 60 miles northwest of Portland, Maine, lies the outdoor wonderland that is Conway, New Hampshire. The Conway region is a mecca for outdoor recreation. Camping, swimming, skiing, golf, kayaking, and basically anything outdoors is available. With this being the case, it makes the region a popular destination year-round. The...
These 5 Sushi Restaurants Ranked Best in Portland, Maine
Portland is easily a foodie town, and when it comes to finding good sushi, we're not exception. I have truly become obsessed with watching the Portland, Maine, Facebook interactions lately, because everybody has something to say, and the comments are wild. You can find an answer to anything if you just throw the question up on this page. Today's question asked where to find the best sushi in Portland. Here are some answers that locals provided.
Memorial at Maine’s Elephant Mountain Honors Victims of B-52 Crash
There's a hike in northwestern Maine that has intrigued me for a long time. It has nothing to do with its level of difficulty or part of a bigger network. It's a hike that doubles as a somber history lesson. It's the B-52 Flying Fortress crash site on Elephant Mountain in Piscataquis County.
Play Your Way Through an Outdoor Escape Room at Acadia National Park in Maine
Over the last decade or so, Acadia National Park has become one of the most popular national parks in the country for visitors. Whether it's the incredible views, sunsets, hiking trails, or smell of the ocean, Acadia has never been more popular than it is right now. But even inside...
Boston, Massachusetts, Earns Silver Medal for 2024 Ranking of Happiest Cities in the Country
Boston is home to so many things that make us happy, so it's no wonder it was chosen as the 2nd happiest city in the country. Here are just a few things that are iconic to Boston, Massachusetts:. Fenway Park. Boston Museum of Fine Arts. Boston Commons. The Boston Public...
Central Maine Children’s Museum to Open New Waterville Location in July
Get ready to pack the family in the car for a fun new adventure because the Children's Discovery Museum of Central Maine is opening its new place this summer. Located at 7 Eustis Parkway in Waterville, this kid-based museum will officially open its doors on July 11, 2024. This comes...
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