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Willie Nelson To Miss Three More Outlaw Music Festival Tour Stops
Willie Nelson provided a significant health update in canceling his appearance at three upcoming tour stops. The 91-year-old will not be at Outlaw Music Festival Tour stops scheduled for Friday, Saturday and Sunday (June 28-30) in New York and New Jersey. Nelson first revealed health issues would keep him from...
The Mavericks Frontman Raul Malo Has Been Diagnosed With Cancer
This week, Raul Malo -- frontman of mainstay country group the Mavericks -- revealed that he has been diagnosed with cancer. In a video update posted to the band's Instagram, Malo explained that some abnormal results flagged during a routine physical led to his diagnosis. The singer said a colonoscopy and a CAT scan revealed "two cancerous spots" in his intestinal system.
Watch Zach Bryan Sing With the ‘Hawk Tuah’ Girl in Nashville
Zach Bryan's Quittin' Time Tour swung through Nashville on Saturday night (June 29), delivering plenty of unforgettable moments for the crowd. Kacey Musgraves even made a special appearance to sing her Grammy-winning hit duet with Bryan, "I Remember Everything." But the biggest surprise guest of the night wasn't even a...
‘Despicable Me 4’ Reviewed By An 8 Year Old and a 6 Year Old
A film critic must be able to receive criticism themselves. And if you review kids movies, odds are you will hear the same criticism one or two thousand times... “It’s a movie for children, not for adults, much less critics. So who cares what they think?”. Now I should...
‘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.
The Best Backpacking Trail in America Can Be Found Right Here in Maine
One of Maine's most awe-inspiring regions is getting some serious love. The state's famed 100-Mile Wilderness has been crowned the best hike of them all, according to popular outdoor enthusiasts and outfitters from Angel Outdoors. The company posted about the best backpacking trips in America. Sure enough, Maine's 100-Mile Wilderness...
Escape to This Whimsical Gingerbread House Tower in the Massachusetts Berkshires
This writer has said it time and time again, but when you're going on vacation, your choice of lodgings can be the cherry on top of a perfect getaway. That's part of why Airbnb is so awesome. Instead of cookie-cutter hotels, their website gives you the opportunity to find unique and unusual stays that will make your trip all the more memorable.
Amtrak Downeaster Upgrades for Safer, Faster Rides in Maine
Amtrak's Media Center is teaming up with the Northern New England Passenger Rail Authority (NNEPRA) to roll out some serious upgrades along the tracks from Haverhill, Massachusetts, to Brunswick, Maine. They're dropping over $50 million to install Positive Train Control (PTC), a high-tech system that'll automatically keep trains in check and make trips faster and safer. If you ask me, those are the two best upgrades they could possibly have.
Play Archery and Nerf Gun Tag at Boston, Massachusetts’ Epic New Game Spot
Let your inner child out at this epic new spot in Boston: Archery Games in Chelsea, Massachusetts. One of the most fun kids' toys ever invented was the Nerf gun. Everyone – boys and girls, kids and teens – loved a good old-fashioned Nerf gun war. If you...
Video Shows Man Throwing Snapping Turtles at Portland, Maine’s Evergreen Cemetery
A man was captured on video by a bystander picking up two snapping turtles and throwing them to the ground. A video of the incident was posted to Reddit, and it is quite disturbing. Evergreen Cemetery on Stevens Avenue in Portland is on 239 acres of land, making it the...
Boston, Massachusetts, Just Named Best City in the US for Hockey Fans
There’s no denying it. Boston has hardcore sports fans whether it’s football, baseball, or basketball. But when it comes to hockey, this city is apparently the best in the nation. WalletHub recently conducted a study to identify the prime destinations for hockey fanatics. How did they come up...
No Hike Needed: Visit This Gorgeous Hidden Gem New Hampshire Waterfall Just Off the Road
If you're looking for a waterfall worth the road trip but don't want to do a crazy hours-long hike, there's one amazing one in New Hampshire to put on your list. Beaver Brook Falls in Colebrook is an incredible hidden gem for nature enthusiasts, travelers, locals, and those who want to take in the beauty of New England.
11 New Hampshire-Inspired Baby Names Perfect for Your Future Bundle of 603 Joy
If you love New Hampshire and want to go beyond just a tattoo of the state on your forearm, why not name your child a Granite State-inspired name? It has been a trend for quite a few years to give babies unique names, so, here is some inspiration from a New Hampshire native.
10 Safest Cities in New Hampshire for 2024
New Hampshire has always been a relatively safe state in regards to violent crime, especially compared to the rest of the country. The idyllic small towns and miles of green space prove to be a haven for a peaceful existence, and a recent survey lands New Hampshire as one of the safest states for its residents.
You Could Get a $150 Ticket for Wrong Display of Maine License Plate
You may be in for a big money ticket for your Maine license plate, and not even realize it. A viewer asked WGME13 TV about getting pulled over and handed a hefty fine. The viewer wrote,. Recently, I got pulled over and the officer told me I had an illegal...
New Englanders, Check Out These 8 Pickup Lines That Are So Bad They’re Good
We try to help our readers find love if/when we can, because dating is hard in 2024! Putting yourself out there and being vulnerable is not easy for any of us. But nothing good ever comes from staying in your comfort zone, right?. I recently came across a list of...
Is Another Iconic Portland, Maine, Business Being Replaced by Pot?
Photo Market on Forest Avenue in Portland was Maine’s last independent professional camera and darkroom shop. It had been on the corner of Forest and Walnut streets since the '80s. It was crowded, and the owner could come across as grumpy. But if you needed anything related to cameras and photography, it was the only place to go.
USA Today Names Midcoast Maine Restaurant One of the Best in the Nation
The word has been out for a while that Maine is a culinary treasure. Areas like Portland, the South Coast, and Bar Harbor get much of the attention, but the state's food scene has no defined borders. A great example of this can be found in an article that USA...
2 States in New England May Soon Allow Motorcycles to Drive Between Lanes
Busy and congested highways with bumper-to-bumper, stop-and-go traffic is part of the nightmare of driving for so many of us. We get it, we're used to it, we deal with it. It's even more frustrating when it's not during rush hour, but rather construction or an accident. Enter motorcyclists, who...
You Can Rent Swimming Pools in New Hampshire and Maine Like an Airbnb Rental
I'm just going to get right into this comparison to set the scene... You must be familiar with Airbnb and VRBO, right? Simply put, you can rent out your home to people (either your main residence or a secondary home) to make some extra money. Well, a new(ish) app is...
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