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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...
Massachusetts Redditors are Hilariously Scheming to Take Maine Back
I see a lot of weird stuff on Reddit. We all do. Although, as social media sites go, it's kind of my favorite. It's not as toxic as some of the others can be. Cruising through the comment section on Facebook is often a wasteland of negative energy, and not remotely enough things to laugh at. Instagram is cool, but I can only sit through so many Flat Earth videos.
Central Maine Children’s Museum to Open New Waterville Location in July
Get ready to pack the family in the car for a fun new adventure because the Children's Discovery Museum of Central Maine is opening its new place this summer. Located at 7 Eustis Parkway in Waterville, this kid-based museum will officially open its doors on July 11, 2024. This comes...
20+ Photos: See Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown and More During the Boston Celtics Championship Parade
The Boston Celtics have once again etched their name into basketball history, emerging as the champions of the 2024 NBA Finals. The team clinched the title by winning three games, losing one, and then getting one more win in Boston to seal the deal for the team's 18th total championship.
Jaw-Dropping Water Ski Shows in Sanford, Maine, Are Free
Maine Attraction is the only water ski show team in the state that puts on regular shows for the community and beyond. These shows in July are free and spectacular. This is a non-profit, family-oriented organization. The team has put on unique, entertaining, and skilled water ski shows for over 30 years.
NOAA Predicts Maine Will See a Scorching July and August This Summer
Fresh off a heat wave that sent people throughout New England scurrying for air conditioning, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has dropped their quarterly temperature and precipitation forecast for the country. And if you like heat, you're about to get plenty of it. The NOAA gives Maine and all...
Major Recall Issued for 25 Amazon Items Now Sold in Maine
I shop online more often than in stores, for sure. Not for normal things, necessarily. I still go clothes shopping in stores. Plus grocery shopping, shoe shopping, etc. But for my music gear, I buy a lot from eBay and Reverb, and that sort of thing. I'm always hunting for the best deals. And a lot of it is weird stuff I can't get in other places.
I Did a Double Take When I Saw This Google Satellite Image of Waterville, Maine
Let me say right out of the gate that I'm a little weird. I use Google maps satellite way more than anyone should. I'm fascinated by looking at places from space. I do super geeky things like following old, out-of-use railroad tracks to see where they used to go to. Boring for most, interesting for me.
Bride Caught Telling Guest to Put Their Phones Away While Walking Down Aisle
Not everyone apparently thinks weddings are all about the bride. A video of a bride has gone viral after she was seen telling her guests to put their phones away while walking down the aisle. But was this really necessary?. Bride's Instructions To Guests. A short video clip from a...
After Years of Sitting Empty, Maine’s China-Dine-ah to Take on a New Life
If you've been in or around the Central Maine area at any point over the last nearly two decades, then you are undoubtedly familiar with the iconic Central Maine eatery, The China Dine-ah. Founded by local entrepreneur and G&E Roofing owner, Norm Elvin, the China Dine-ah opened on Lakeview Drive,...
Maine Ranks Among Summer’s Ultimate Road Trip Hotspots
Vacationland continues to be an accurate nickname for the Pine Tree State, according to a report that was just released. WalletHub, a personal finance website, published a report of the best and worst states for summer road trips. The great state of Maine found itself as the 10th best in the country. That's a pretty good ranking for our small and picturesque state.
Have a Motorcycle? This Maine Ride For a Cause is For You!
Hey all, Matt James here, and by now you're probably aware that there are a few things that are near and dear to my heart. My wife and kids, my Harley Davidson and the Make-a-Wish Foundation. Of course there are many other things that are close to my heart, too,...
Discover Maine’s Most Charming Drive-In, Sitting Pretty in Lewiston
Val's Drive-In is one of the finest spots to visit while in Lewiston, Maine. The locals rave about it, and look forward to their opening season each summer. The drive-in is a nostalgic gem, and located on Sabattus Street. Drive-ins automatically transport you back to a simpler time. But this...
Explore Animals at ‘Summer Adventure Program’ for Maine Kiddos
Calling all Maine kiddos! This Summer Adventure Program is the perfect fit for any Maine child who is super into animals. Now, we all know Mr. Drew and His Animals Too, a Lewiston-based nonprofit that educates people on animals. The first time I visited Mr. Drew's place, I had the...
Beyond Coastal Maine: Where Else You Can See These Massive Trolls
The Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens have been welcoming visitors since 2007. As the name implies, it is more than just one garden. There are a series of specialized gardens connected by paths. Featured gardens include the Giles Rhododendron & Perennial Garden, Great Lawn, Burpee Kitchen Garden, and Lerner Garden of the Five Senses.
Morgan Wallen Gives Fans an Overdue Life Update: ‘Staying Out of Trouble’
It's been a minute since Morgan Wallen has jumped on social media to gives fans a life update, but he seized the opportunity on Wednesday (June 19). In a video shared to his stories, the country singer sits in his car as he shares what he's been up to with his fans.
Post Malone Reveals ‘F-1 Trillion’ Album Cover Art
Post Malone just dropped the artwork for his upcoming country album, which you can see below, and it looks pretty darn country to us. The album art for his highly anticipated upcoming F-1 Trillion album below shows an old F-150 truck above water in a vertical angle, unrealistically not sinking. What could this mean? What does it symbolize? See what fans are saying about this mysterious design.
‘Yellowstone’ Reveals Premiere Date for Final Episodes — See the Teaser!
Yellowstone fans, rejoice! Paramount Network has revealed the much-anticipated premiere date for the second half of Season 5. In a press release Thursday (June 20), the network revealed that Yellowstone will premiere on Paramount on Sunday, Nov. 10, at 8PM ET. The news comes after a long delay between the...
Will a Biscuit Cook in Your Maine Mailbox in This Heat?
When it's hot, very hot, you might as well use that mailbox for some cooking. I've always wondered if your mailbox could be used to cook up some delicious biscuits in the intense heat. I have a friend who lives in Fryeburg, Maine, THE hotspot (or cold spot) in the state. I asked if she wouldn't mind doing an experiment for me. I was surprised when she went for it. I picked Kelly because it was in the '90s in Fryeburg.
This Iconic Portsmouth, New Hampshire, Diner Has the State’s Most Delicious Burger
If you've never been to Gilley's Diner in Portsmouth, you are missing out. That place has probably saved my life a time or two. I'll tell you that story below. It's been around for decades, and now, LoveFood has named Gilley's as the home of the most delicious hamburger in the state.
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