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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,...
Maine’s 1950 Population: Unexpected Top Towns
Who doesn't love some good old-fashioned Maine history? Well, thanks to this Al Gore's new invention called the "Internet", I managed to luck into a fun document to peruse. I stumbled upon some old Census data, which ended up being rather significant. The form is the official 1950 Census preliminary population chart for every county and town in Maine. It's a fascinating look at where Mainers called home, and how different those pockets look today.
4 Perfectly-Secluded Beaches in Maine for When You Want to Be Left Alone
Crowds of locals and tourists fill Maine's most popular beach destinations throughout the summer. But for some, the hustle and bustle of those beaches is just a little too much to handle. So if you're up for the extra drive (and perhaps a little hike as well), you can enjoy some of Maine's more exclusive (and secluded) beaches.
Popular Disney Movie Character Spotted Outside of Market Basket Location
Of all the grocery store options throughout New England, there's something that hits different about Market Basket. And it's not just the "More For Your Dollar" savings customers receive, especially in a time period where everything costs a stupid amount of money. It's the purely New England feel to the...
Local Bakery in Portland, Maine, Gains Fame for Its Superb Bread
A Portland baking staple has recently received some well-deserved national attention. The fine folks over at The Bread Guide decided to take a look at bakeries across the country to try and determine the best bread bakers in each state. The results were posted recently, and Maine's representative was Standard Baking Company, an outstanding choice.
100% of Maine People Surveyed, Admitted to Sleeping on the Job
I constantly struggle with sleep. I know I'm not the only one. But I already keep really weird hours, but on top of that, I can never seem to sleep in the hours I'm supposed to. I often go to bed pretty early, like around 8:00pm. But all too often, my eyes snap open three or four hours later, and I'm wide awake. Then come midday, I can barley keep my eyes open at all.
Wife Continues Search for Husband Who’s Still Missing in Maine
Maine State Police released a photo of a Maine man named Michael Albert, who's reported to be missing. He is 55 years old, and resides in West Gardiner. The post has circulated the internet with thousands of shares, and many folks are on the lookout. Michael's wife, Heather Albert, reported...
Have You Conquered New Hampshire’s Most Challenging Hiking Trail?
New Hampshire is the perfect home base for lovers of the great outdoors. Whether you're passionate about hiking, camping, fishing, skiing, snowboarding, or even zip-lining, there are always ways to appreciate Mother Nature's beauty year-round in the Granite State. We previously shared some of the best mountains and trails for...
A Maine Tradition: Village Has Been Lighting the Night for Over 35 Summers
We all know and love Old Orchard Beach, Maine, for several reasons. Fireworks displays every week during the summer. Live music along the Pier. Palace Playland. Pier fries. Lisa's Pizza. The 'Swick. The Pier itself in general. But tucked into that popular Maine town whose tradition is to be generally...
Top 35 Country Rock Songs
Unlike harder-leaning Southern rock, melody-based country rock isn't afraid to occasionally go the peaceful, easy-feeling route. Think Southern rock's jam-based songs rooted in the blues, gospel and R&B vs. the acoustic guitars, banjos and song-oriented tunes of country rock. No doubt it's a fine line - there aren't tracks by...
Sammy Hagar Got ‘No Response’ From Alex Van Halen About New Tour
Sammy Hagar will kick off his Best of All Worlds tour with Joe Satriani, Michael Anthony and Jason Bonham this week, promising to focus on a mix of classics and deep cuts from his time with Van Halen. Despite the nature of the tour, fans shouldn’t expect to see any...
Cool Video: See Dolphins Swimming Off the Coast of Rye, New Hampshire
According to the U Local New Hampshire Facebook page, a pod of 40 dolphins was spotted off the coast of Rye, New Hampshire, on Sunday. Some of the comments asked how they could count exactly 40, but maybe they did count. This video is making me want to go out...
There Was a Runaway Boat on This New Hampshire Lake
Don't get me wrong, I love a little nautical nonsense, especially in the summertime. A friend with a boat is a good friend to have. However, driving a boat is very intimidating to me, and don't even get me started on parking the darn thing. Lots can go wrong when you are operating a water vessel!
Urgent Alert: Extreme Mosquito Virus Detected in Orono, Maine
I think we all know by now that the most dangerous bug in our state is the dreaded mosquito, also known as the "mozzie." One of the only benefits of living in Maine is that during the cold winter months, these annoying bugs are pretty much non-existent. Mosquitos carry terrible diseases that have been known to kill people.
Maine Officials Indefinitely Close Portion of Popular ATV Trails
In Maine, there are plenty of ways to get outside and enjoy the beautiful natural wonders surrounding us. For locals and tourists alike, there is always a way to get outside and enjoy the beauty of the Pine Tree State. From kayaking along Maine's incredible waterways to hiking some of the most gorgeous peaks this side of the Mississippi, there are 1,001 ways to take it all in.
Hip Portland Speakeasy Named Maine’s Best ‘Hidden Bar’
A trendy Portland bar received quite the accolade from a popular source. The fine folks over at Cheapism decided to dive into the world of hidden bars and speakeasies. This was a wise choice, considering this style of establishment has been a huge hit over the last decade, especially in the northeast.
4 New England States are Absolute Black Holes for Winning Gold Medals
You'd think New England would be better about this. Maybe we're just geared more toward the Winter Olympics? But really, New England is home to some of the most prestigious athletes on the planet among our professional sports teams. So how is it, that in the grand scheme of things, we're least likely to produce any gold medal Olympians?
Do You Dare Take on the ‘Fenway Frank Challenge’ at Fenway Park?
Food challenges have become somewhat of a fad over the last decade or so, possibly even more. Some establishments offer a free meal for completing an eating challenge either in general or within a specific time period, others offer up some sort of cash prize, and for some, it's simply about bragging rights with a picture included in their "wall of fame."
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