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Did You Know About All of These Hidden Pickleball Courts in Portland, Maine?
When I say "hidden pickleball" courts, I really mean it. I have never noticed these courts before, since they're at the bottom of a hill that a highway runs over. Pickleball has become such a popular sport that teams are forming all around town, so these courts are crucial now more than ever.
Did You Know Maine’s Stephen King Was a Contestant on ‘Jeopardy!’?
I still watch Jeopardy! occasionally, especially recently, when I stuck around after watching Pat Sajak's final week of hosting Wheel of Fortune. These two game shows have been back-to-back in syndication since September 1984. Wheel debuted in syndication a year earlier, and the brilliant Merv Griffin decided to bring back another of his creations, Jeopardy!, to pair with Wheel. It's been a huge success.
Fore, Eh: This Maine Golf Course is Also Located in Canada
Maine is very fortunate to have a plethora of great golf courses. Honestly, it's quite impressive how many top-notch ones there are. With golf season well under way, I have been looking at some courses I would love to play that I haven't had a chance to yet. One of the top courses on that list is the Aroostook Valley Country Club in Fort Fairfield.
25 Years Ago, Maine’s Stephen King Almost Died When Hit by a Repeat DUI Offender
Maine's most famous resident, Stephen King, almost died 25 years ago (specifically June 19, 1999), when a man in a van hit him as he was walking in North Lovell, Maine, according to ew.com. The impact was so forceful, it sent King over the top of the van and into a ditch.
Wealthy Maine Vacationer Poisons Trees for Better View in Camden
This story will do nothing for Maine's disdain for wealthy outsiders. The Boston Globe covered a remarkable story that sounds made up for Netflix, but is true. A wealthy couple from Missouri, who are politically well-connected, poisoned their neighbor's trees so they would have a better view of Camden Harbor.
2 New England States Officially Have State Dogs: Is Yours One of Them?
People Magazine finally came out with an article that interests me: the official dogs of each state. Actually, according to them, only 13 states were granted a state dog, including New Hampshire and Massachusetts. Let's start with New Hampshire. Have you ever heard of a Chinook? Well, it's adorable, and...
Campfire Laws in New England: Here’s What You Need to Know
Summer is officially here, and If you’re planning to have a campfire under the stars, you will need to get a permit. But what New England states require a permit for open burning? All six of them! Maine was the final New England state to enact this law as an effort to keep people and our forests safe, especially during dry spells when the risk of wildfires spikes.
Help Wanted: Portland, Maine, Named Top Spot for Summer Job Opportunities
Maine's largest city recently received high praise for its employment opportunities. WalletHub, a popular personal finance website, has published its annual report on the best American cities to for summer jobs. Not only can Portland be found near the top, but it's also the highest-ranked New England cities on the list. Not too shabby at all.
Fishing in New Hampshire and Massachusetts Can Be Dangerous to Marine Life if You Don’t Discard Properly
If you've ever taken a pole to the water to fish, you might know that fishing has everything; excitement, anticipation and Buddist-like patience. Discarding fishing line in a willy-nilly fashion, however, can be dangerous for marine life. It should be common sense, but unfortunately, it's not. According to blueoceansociety.org, discarded...
Chef Gordon Ramsay Finally Tastes Most Popular U.S. Pizza Style Based in New England
New York style, thin-crust pizza and Chicago deep dish style pizza are givens. Everyone has heard of and tasted some version of them. Then there are the lesser-known styles that you try if you're in a particular area, like Detroit style, St. Louis style (a beyond favorite of mine), and California style.
This Maine Bird May Appear Dead, but He Needs Your Help
When I was younger, I found a baby bird on the side of the road. It seemed to have something on its wing. I found out from my mom that it was a chickadee, Maine’s official state bird. Its wing was dirty and had something stuck to it, so my mom and I carefully cleaned it up and set it free. Since then, I’ve always been in love with birds.
Zipline From This 33-Story Hotel in New England: Now Open
There is no rush quite like zip-lining. It offers the adrenaline of skydiving while providing safety and security, because you are attached to a wire spanning a great distance. I recently wrote about a zip line connecting two states. You start in Massachusetts and finish in New York. To see...
Boston, Massachusetts, Ranked Among Top 12 in the U.S.A. for Public Recreation Spots
As New Englanders, you don't have to tell us that Boston is a city that will give you plenty of physical activity if you are looking for it. Whether you are into walking long distances, going to a playground, or playing tennis or basketball, Boston has plenty of places for you and your family to play, so much so that Beantown was named one of the top 12 cities in the nation for recreation.
New Hampshire Fish and Game Remind Us to ‘Give Turtles a Brake’
Why did the turtle cross the road? Probably to get back to their nesting site!. Not my best material, but it happens to be true. It's turtle-crossing season!. Did you know one of the most significant threats to turtle populations in the Granite State is being struck by vehicles on roadways? According to NH Fish and Game, male turtles may travel over land to different wetlands and upland basking areas in search of food and breeding.
13 Places to Take Out-of-Staters Visiting New Hampshire for the First Time
There are countless places for tourists to visit in both New Hampshire and New England as a whole. Are you an avid hiker, camper, skier, or general outdoorsman (or woman)? You can pay a visit to the White Mountains. Are you a fan of history who likes strolling through charming, quintessential New England towns? This writer recommends visiting Portsmouth and experiencing all that the small coastal city has to offer. How about the beach? Whether your aim is sunning, surfing, or strolling down the boardwalk, we've got it all. We could go on and on about the things to do in the Granite State and surrounding areas.
Beloved Maine Pub Owner Passes Away
One of the special things about life in Maine is the number of locally-owned restaurants and bars that operate in our state. Lisa's Restaurant in Augusta, the Silver Street Tavern in Waterville, and DeMillo's in Portland, to name a few. There is nothing wrong with corporate-owned chain restaurants, but there...
This Popular Portland Neighborhood Named Best in Maine for Foodies
One of Maine's most popular neighborhoods is being recognized nationally for its deliciousness. The trendy website LoveFood took a close look at the country's best neighborhoods for food and restaurants. They decided to compile a list of the best in each state. Maine's representative should surprise literally nobody. It's Portland's Old Port.
This Seacoast New Hampshire City is One of the Cheapest Places to Live in the State
Rochester, New Hampshire, was named one of the cheapest cities to live in 2024, according to poncapost.com. For those of us living in Seacoast New Hampshire, it probably sounds a little surprising that any place in the 603 is considered cheap to live in. Younger people are finding it difficult (if not impossible) to look for a house, especially in New England.
What Was With All the Dirty Looks at the Brunswick, Maine, Walmart?
Before I even get started, let me make two things clear:. 1) The Brunswick, Maine, Walmart reeks of awesome. I've never had one negative experience there, and I'm there a decent amount. And, more importantly,. 2) This entire situation literally had me laughing. I wasn't offended, I wasn't angry, I...
Relaxing Fishing Trip Turns into Daring Rescue of Nearly 40 Dogs in Lake
This probably wasn't the big catch they expected to have on this trip. A fishing group that floated out onto a lake in Mississippi recently ended up nabbing boatloads of dogs instead of catfish. Fishing Trip For The Dogs. Bob Grist of Jonesboro, Arkansas and Brad Carlisle of Covington, Tennessee...
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