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New Hampshire Now Has Its Own Smithsonian Story
When you hear the word "Smithsonian", does your mind wander to Washington, D.C.?. The Smithsonian National Museum is a marvel compilation of 17 museums in the the D.C. area, including the Natural History Museum, Air and Space Museum, American History Museum, and American Art Museum. It's a destination for students,...
5 New England States Rank as the Best in the US for Quality of Life
You don't have to tell someone from New England that living here is the best. We already know that. But somebody at cnbc.com (who probably spent a lot of time and money on a survey) dug into the entire country and came up with the same thing. Here are a few reasons why.
The Fascinating Tale of Maine’s Moody Mansion
While there is nothing wrong with modern homes, many people would agree that older houses have a certain charm their newer counterparts lack. They are often more sturdily constructed, they have unique features, and often seem to have more of a personality. The 144-year-old home that sits at 1135 East...
Seeing Fewer Fireflies in Your Maine Yard? Here’s Why That Trend is Likely to Continue
It was one of our most favorite pastimes when we were kids, wasn't it? Going out just after dusk on those warm Maine evenings and waiting for a seemingly massive sea of fireflies to emerge into the night sky. I remember vividly going outside with my younger sister with our...
Check Out This Magical, Life-Sized Polly Pocket AirBnb You Can Rent in Massachusetts
I never knew how much I needed this until I saw it and then needed it. It's a life size polly pocket replica house that looks exactly like the ones you'd open up as a kid that felt like magic. Remember how they were small-ish pink hollow hearts, and you'd crank it open to reveal a mini doll house? Now picture it again, but now you're living in it for a night.
This Was the Most Expensive Home to Sell in South Portland, Maine, in 2023
Maybe you’re one of those people that enjoy surfing the internet and seeing current homes for sale. Even though they are completely out of your price budget, it’s fun to dream and think, “Wow! What would it be like to live here?”. What is your idea of...
Here’s How to Win Tickets to See Kenny Chesney at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts
We've got your chance to win 4 tickets to see Kenny Chesney and Zac Brown Band at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts, for when they perform on Friday, Aug 23. Are you ready to win big and have an amazing time?. Here's What You Could Win. Four (4) tickets to...
97.5 WOKQ’s College Kickoff: Win $2,000 from Cardi’s Furniture and Mattresses
It's that time of year already... College kids are going to need furniture for their dorm rooms and parents need furniture to convert their bedrooms into an office, new home gym, cozy TV room or, well, into whatever they want. And that's where we come in. We are teaming up...
Maine’s Lakefront Luxury: A Rangeley Rental That Captivates and Inspires
Let's face it, we Mainers are lucky. This state is stunning. From the coast to the borders, Maine has been wowing us since 1820. The state is full of beautiful mountain ranges, coastal beaches, rolling hills, and of course, amazing lake regions. Where is Rangeley Lake?. One of those lake...
Why ‘In-N-Out Burger’ is Never Coming to New England
Hurry up, please. We're salivating over here. And by "here", I mean 40 states, including all of New England. Imagine being such a cult favorite and consistently on top burger joint lists, yet only being in ten states. Lucky Tennessee will be the eleventh state come 2026, when a Nashville location opens. According to Yahoo! Finance, this will be the farthest east In-N-Out has ever opened.
These Are the 7 Cheapest Cities in Maine to Buy a Home
Maybe you’re one of those people who enjoys surfing current homes for sale, because even though they are completely out of your budget, it’s fun to think, “Wow! Imagine what it would be like to live here!”. Maybe you're one of those people who's looking for a large waterfront property with coastal views, or maybe you're searching for a basic roof over your head that you can afford.
Who Needs Privacy? The Mystery of the Two-Toilet Bathroom in Maine
Sometimes, you stumble upon a photo that seems too strange to be real. Naturally, you investigate like I did, only to discover that it’s indeed a real thing. But still, I have no idea why this exists. Let's get into it. Drew Desjardins posted this photo on his Facebook...
2 Stunning Massachusetts Hotels Ranked in Top 100 of the World’s Best
If you are visiting Massachusetts from anywhere in the world, you would be doing yourself a disservice if you didn't visit Cape Cod. Just south of the "elbow" of the Cape, you can take a ferry to Martha's Vineyard. Locals know it is one of the most stunning places in the entire world for many reasons. But whether you're a visitor or local, you can now stay in two hotels that were ranked among the world's best. according to Travel + Leisure.
13 Made-Up Maine Towns From Movies, TV You Wish You Could Visit
There are over 700 Maine cities and towns. That's a lot of places. And while there are some pretty recognizable ones for Mainers and those from away, like Portland, Augusta, Bangor, etc, some of the most famous Maine towns are not even real. In fact, some people's idea of what...
Swanky Boston, Massachusetts, Hotel Has Year-Round Rooftop Pool and Stunning City Views
There are times when people from all over New England head to Boston for an event that is not coming anywhere near where they live. For instance, a lot of people had plans to stay over in Bean Town when Aerosmith's Peace Out Tour was heading to Fenway Park on December 31, 2024, but we know how that turned out.
TikTok Video Shows What a Salary of $100K Looks Like After Maine Taxes
You know the old saying, "The only two things you can count on are death and taxes." It was Benjamin Franklin who popularized the phrase in a letter he wrote in 1789 to physicist Jean-Baptiste Le Roy:. Our new Constitution is now established, and has an appearance that promises permanency;...
Latest on the Maine-Based ‘Murder She Wrote’ Movie That’s Been in the Works
I am obsessed with the comfy, cozy, iconic murder mystery television series Murder, She Wrote, starring Dame Angela Lansbury (may she rest in peace). I fell in love with it while watching it with my mom growing up, and as an adult, I have seen the full series several times over. It's that perfect rainy-day binge.
You Could Own an Entire Island in Maine for the Price of a Condo in Biddeford
If you have a boat, can travel to an island, and are willing to let go of some amenities, you could own your very own island in Maine!. It's called Chance Island and is located in Machiasport. The island is on a stunning 44 acres and includes two beautiful cottages! It's listed by DOWNEAST PROPERTIES, INC.
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...
Witness History: Old Film Shows Maine’s Popular Old Orchard Beach
A video posted on YouTube is an incredible example of Maine's rich history. And it just happens to be where I've been spending a lot of time lately, Old Orchard Beach. Shared by a channel named Finally Found Film, the video features an iconic piece of Old Orchard Beach's past. That giant banana boat-looking contraption was part of Noah's Arc funhouse. The massive teeter-totter was just part of the larger funhouse, located right by the ocean at Palace Playland.
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