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How Many of These Classic Summer Toys Do You Remember?
Summer has descended with the intensity of a relentless inferno, leaving many American towns simmering in its wake. I don't recall summers ever feeling this hot when I was a kid, but that probably has something to do with the fact we were always soaking ourselves with cold water in some manner.
Minion Birthday ‘Booty’ Cake from This Maine Bakery Is a Cheeky Delight
Ah, the Minions. Those babbling yellow creatures with big eyes and blue overalls that have delighted many moviegoers in their "Despicable Me" and "Minions" movies with their hijinks and silly antics. And if you've seen the 2015 "Minions" movie, one of the Minions decides to get in a hot tub...
Maine Will Finally Receive a Break From Humidity This Weekend
To say that the heat throughout Maine has been unforgiving throughout the month of July would be an understatement. Many of the major cities in Maine have exceeded their typical high temperatures for the month by five-to-seven degrees. Making those temperatures feel even more hot has been the unrelenting humidity....
Tom Morello Blasts Rage Against the Machine Fans for False Claims Against Band
Rage Against the Machine guitarist has weighed in on several criticisms lobbied against the group by fans on the X platform, with the discussion primarily dealing with whether or not the anti-establishment rockers required fans to be vaccinated in order to attend their 2022 reunion run. In a since-deleted tweet...
Setlist + Video – Creed Launch First Tour In 12 Years
After making their return to the stage aboard the Summer of '99 cruises earlier this year (and a handful of special and brief public performances), Creed have officially launched their first full-scale tour in 12 years. The rock legends played a 16-song set in Green Bay, Wisconsin, alongside special guests Switchfoot and Finger Eleven.
Maine Skin Care Company Sees 3900% Growth Thanks to Lobster Juice
This company was founded by Mainers with terrible eczema. Amber and Patrick co-founded Marin Skincare. They both suffered from eczema. While they were in grad school for Biomedical Engineering at UMaine, they worked with lobster scientists. They found a protein in lobster that can regenerate limbs and could actually help hydrate and repair skin, hence their first product, the 'lobster lotion'!
‘Beetlejuice Beetlejuice’ Trailer Trailer: It’s Showtime Again
It is the year of really long breaks between sequels. The same week we’re getting Twisters — the sequel to Twister 28 years later — we’re getting a new trailer for Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, the sequel to Beetlejuice (duh) after 36 years. It took them long enough,...
Foo Fighters’ US Summer Tour Kickoff Cut Short Due to Storms
Foo Fighters' U.S. summer tour leg got off to an inauspicious start on Wednesday when the band was forced to cut its performance at New York's Citi Field short and evacuate the venue due to lightning storms. The rockers, who are in the middle of their Everything or Nothing at...
College Students Can Get Max For 50% Off
College students can now get a 50 percent off discount on a Max streaming subscription; knocking down the cost per month for Max with ads from $9.99 to $4.99. To take advantage of this offer, students will need to verify their school status through UNiDAYS, “a leading verification-enabled platform for students.” Once they do that, they can get a discount code to use when signing up for Max. According to the press release, the deal “will last for 12 months following sign-up, and students can re-verify their status to continue streaming after the 12-month period.”
A Friendly Ghost Haunts This Bridge in Maine, Hoping to Share a Beer With You
When most people think of a good ghost story, it will almost certainly come with a frightening twist. After all, Maine is home to the 'Master of Horror' himself, Stephen King, and many of his works involving the supernatural don't put a kind spin of ghastly encounters. But there is...
15 Things You Should Never Leave in a Hot Car During New England Summers
This is just one of those things you don't think about until it's too late, like leaving a chocolate bar in your front seat on a warm summer day. A lot of us carry everyday things in our purse or backpack without even giving it a second thought, then leave said bags in the car. What we forget is how quickly our cars can heat up past what our bag is able to protect our items from.
It’s an Easy 4-Hour Road Trip to This Natural Water Park Built Into a Ski Mountain
Summertime in New England means it's time for waterpark season. I just discovered a water park slightly outside of New England that is totally road trip-worthy. Don't worry, it is only about four hours away. I would not recommend this place if it were over a five-hour drive. This is...
Maine Homebuyers: Do Not Make These 4 Mistakes
So, you're ready to dive into Maine's housing market? Awesome! Before you start picturing yourself cozied up your new home, let's talk about a few mistakes that you'll want to avoid. Trust me, you don't want your dream home turning into a horror story. Mistake 1: Not Starting The Approval...
Beat the Heat at These 5 Portland, Maine, Bars Serving Frozen Cocktails
We're used to hot and humid summers here in Maine, but usually for a small stretch of a few days at a time. The summer of 2024 has been ridiculous, with temperatures regularly in the 90s and relative humidity levels off the charts for nearly two weeks straight. Air conditioners...
New Hampshire Woman Attempting World Record Next Week: Most Pull-Ups in 24 Hours
Next weekend, on July 27, 24-year-old Natalie Noble will attempt to do the most pull-ups completed by a woman in a 24-hour period. Natalie, a trainer at Flight House Gym in Rye, New Hampshire, set this goal for herself over nine months ago. She said that while doing pull-ups, she kept "hitting a wall" and could not get past her current pull-up numbers.
Motorcycle Ride to Benefit 4-Year-Old Maine Girl for Life-Saving Surgery
4-year-old Aubrey from Gardiner is sadly fighting for her life. She is strong and spirited, and is battling a severe heart defect and bad lungs. Now, her life depends on a big operation. She needs a heart and lung transplant, but because of how expensive this surgery is, Aubrey needs our help.
President Joe Biden Tests Positive for COVID-19
This is a developing story. President Joe Biden tested positive for COVID-19, the White House announced in a press release on Wednesday. Biden experienced respiratory symptoms that included a runny nose, a cough and fatigue, according to the statement. He was tested in Las Vegas following his first scheduled event for the day.
20 Copycat Snacks Being Investigated by Feds for Containing THC; Misleading Consumers
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration and Federal Trade Commission are cracking down on companies that are creating copycat versions of popular snacks and infusing them with delta-8 THC. In a joint press release, the two organizations said it has issued warning letters to five different companies across the U.S....
Here’s When You Should Look to the Maine Skies for an Epic Meteor Shower
Get ready, Mainers! On August 12, you can catch the Perseid Meteor Shower, one of the few annual meteor showers. And this year promises to be epic!. According to Space Reference, this meteor shower is debris left behind from the Comet Swift-Tuttle, which NASA describes as a massive ball of ice and rock. Although the shower happens every year, the timing and duration are different. Don't miss out on this spectacular event in the skies.
Maine Could See Damaging Winds on Wednesday Evening
This summer is shaping up to be one of the hottest summers that Maine has experienced in years. While many people are loving the sun and warmer temperatures, it means that we also have to deal with some nasty thunderstorms. The ones that rolled through Central Maine on Tuesday night are a prime example. At one point, the thunder over Augusta was so loud that it shook my house.
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