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6 of the World’s Deadliest Insects Are in Maine Right Now
I didn't realize this until I did some digging in the dirt and uncovered the fact that there are some seriously deadly insects living right here in Maine!. I am shouting this from the rooftops so we all can stay cautious and safe from these invasive and deadly buggers. Let's...
Maine City With the Largest Average Backyard is a Surprise
There's an old joke in Maine that if you close your eyes too long, summer will be gone and winter will arrive again. But for the last decade or so, summers in Maine have felt a lot longer, with spring and fall being far more mild and pleasant. This has...
The Cost of Hotels Near Houlton, Maine, Surges for the Solar Eclipse
As the solar eclipse approaches, people are eagerly awaiting their opportunity to see the collision of the sun and moon grace the sky with an eye-candy type of display. The town of Houlton, Maine, way up in "the county" (Aroostook) has been dubbed the best spot in Maine for viewing the upcoming solar eclipse on April 8. What is normally a quiet town without many tourists has unexpectedly found itself in the limelight as the prime viewing location. The town is expecting thousands as people are flocking at the opportunity to catch the best glimpse.
Company Of Heroes: Maine’s Remarkable Medal of Honor Recipient History
I don't have to tell you how incredible Mainers are. This state has some of the most genuine, honest, courageous, and selfless people in the entire country. So it should come as no surprise to learn that this wonderful state is one of the leaders in folks receiving the highest military award there is, the Medal of Honor.
The Maine Black Bear Hockey Team Is Headed To The NCAA Tournament For The First Time In Over A Decade
For the first time in over 10 years, the University of Maine Men's Hockey team is heading to the NCAA Tournament. The Black Bears received its first bid since the 2011-2012 season after a very successful season. UMaine is now set for a matchup against a formidable Ivy League school in Cornell, with the game to be played in Springfield, Massachusetts.
Why Aren’t All Power Lines Underground in Maine?
It's almost like clockwork these days in Maine. A powerful storm shows up at our doorstep, and just as quickly, the lights go off. After all, Maine suffers from the highest rate of power outages in the entire nation. Those statistics make it rather easy to blame the companies that...
Hungry Bears Are Out Early in Maine and New Hampshire
In the wilderness of Maine and New Hampshire, the usual tranquility of spring has raised concerns of an unusual sight. There have been multiple reports of bears emerging from hibernation earlier than usual this year, and they are hungry. This is partly due to plants and other food sources that haven't fully recovered from the winter.
Nine Beverages You Can’t Return for Money to a Bottle Redemption Center in Maine
Especially in the past decade, many of us have started making choices with the environment in mind. Even if you aren't a climate change activist, I think we can all agree that we have one planet, and want to treat it as kindly as possible so it is not a hot mess for future generations. These choices can be anything from driving an electric car to composting or bringing bottles to your local redemption center.
The World’s Biggest Bounce House is Coming to Boston, Massachusetts, This Summer
We all remember the fun and borderline dangerous act of stepping inside a bounce house as a kid. Those memories of unfiltered, energy-releasing action are so locked into our brains that when we have our own kids and it's time to celebrate, we think of bounce houses. While some parents...
Remember When You Could Buy Concert Tickets at This Maine Mall Department Store?
I recently wrote an article to help spread the word to concert-goers about how to avoid concert ticket fee surcharges It reminded me of another unexpected place that you could go to purchase tickets in person without having to pay extra ticketing fees. Based out of Massachusetts, Filene's Basement, formerly...
Bar Harbor, Maine, Hotel Named Among Most Family-Friendly Stays in Nation
It's almost the time of the year where people will pour over state lines into Maine to enjoy a vacation filled with beaches, boating, hiking, and more. Many of those enthusiastic visitors will be bringing their kids, which always poses a difficult problem: what to do and where to stay that's family-friendly.
Portland, Maine, Ranks as one of the Top Cities Everyone Wants to Move to
If you've found yourself in the market to buy or sell a home in Portland, Maine, over the last few years, it should come as no surprise that it ranks among the top cities in the country that people want to move to. According to moveBuddha, Portland ranks at #25 in a recent study that was conducted.
Historic Southern Maine Candy Shop Named State’s Most Famous Eatery
There's no question Maine is a culinary king. It doesn't matter where you are in the state. You are bound to run into an incredible food experience. From foodie cities like Portland and Biddeford to tourist destinations like Bar Harbor and Southern York County, Maine is a hit for any cuisine.
New Hampshire Town Ranks 7th Easiest in the US to Score a High-Paying Job
New data has surfaced that provides a list of the easiest cities to score a high-paying job. According to CNBC, the study focused on the 200 largest US cities based on the population. From there, they listed the cities with the lowest amount of people applying for high-paying jobs. The...
WCYY Presents The Used + Story of the Year This July at the State Theatre
The summer concert calendar in New England is filling up with a little taste of something for everyone. That includes a continuation of the pop punk and screamo revival that has been happening over the past couple of years. WCYY proudly presents The Used and Story of the Year live...
CYY Madness 2024 Day 1 10am Matchup: Foo Fighters vs. Incubus
CYY Madness 2024 is here, and it's time for the latest matchup. Ready to vote? Think you can guess who will win it all and be crowned the victor? Here we go:. We are once again trying to decide the best band in alternative rock. So make your vote count and vote in the poll!
Target Announces Changes to Self-Checkout at All Maine Stores
If you haven't been paying close attention to the news recently, there's a growing divide amongst major retailers when it comes to self-checkout, both how efficient and cost-effective the lanes are for stores, as well as how they affect the customer experience. One of the nation's largest retailers, Target, has...
Maine Has More Than 80 Disc Golf Locations Throughout the State
Although gaining popularity over the last several years, disc golf (also referred to as frisbee golf) actually started in the 1960s. As far as where it originated, that's up for debate. According to Wikipedia, different versions of the game were being played in Houston, TX, Augusta, GA, and Santa Barbara, CA, as early as 1964.
Maine’s Most Iconic Coffee Shop is Found in Portland
A popular Portland coffee shop is receiving considerable praise for its delicious java drinks. The pop culture site Finance Buzz recently published a list of some of the country's best coffee shops. The list includes the number one spot in every state. Getting the call for Maine was the one and only Bard Coffee.
Winter Chill Returns to Maine This Week Just as Spring Arrives
The days are getting longer and the grass is getting greener. Flowers are beginning to sprout, and seasonal businesses are beginning to stir. Those are all surefire signs of spring in Maine. The Pine Tree State is about to wrap up one of the strangest winters on record. A winter...
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