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Here Are the Highest Temperatures Ever Recorded in Each New England State
New England is in the thick of what could become a heat wave. Temperatures are predicted to be in the 90's across most of New England, but the humidity levels will make it feel even warmer than that. It's rare to see air temperatures above 100 degrees in New England,...
Iconic American Brand Closing Last U.S. Factory, Moving to Mexico
An iconic brand, long a staple in kitchen cupboards across generations, is closing its last U.S. manufacturing facility and moving its production operations to Mexico, where the bulk of its products are already made. Synonymous With Food Storage. Tupperware is so woven into our vocabulary that regardless of what company...
Culture Reggae Festival to Rock Maine on August 3
The Culture Reggae Festival is set to rock Lisbon, Maine, on August 3 at the Worumbo Riverfront Event Center. According to the website, this fun-filled event is taking place from 2-10 PM. This yearly event is a celebration of love, reggae culture, and music!. Headlining the festival are amazing reggae...
Cool Off the Kids With the Fire Hoses of Waterville, Maine, Fire and Rescue
This is so cool...literally! With temperatures in the 90's and "feels like" temperatures in the 100's, staying cool is the goal of every Mainer for the next few days. So that gave Waterville, Maine, Fire and Rescue and Waterville Parks and Recreation a brilliant idea. The fire department regularly tests...
Here Are the Top 8 Hardest Business Names to Pronounce in Maine
As I was driving to work this morning, I noticed a work vehicle with the business name Cianbro on it. My wife was with me and she tried to pronounce it, but couldn't quite get it right. I told her the correct way to say it, which is "Chin-BRO." This...
Luke Bryan Sends Love and Prayers to Shark Attack Survivor
Country superstar Luke Bryan is trying to bring some cheer to a teenage girl who was the victim of a shark attack on a Florida beach. Find out exactly how the country singer reached out to the girl sending love and prayers for a quick recovery. 15-year-old Lulu Gribbin was...
Post Malone Announces His New Country Album, ‘F-1 Trillion’
Post Malone just dropped details of his next album, believed to be a country album. The "I Had Some Help" singer took a photo of a sign with the album's title on it and shared the release date on Instagram. "I Had Some Help" with Morgan Wallen is nearing No....
Volunteers Needed for Maine Cancer Foundation’s Tri for a Cure Triathlon
Tri for a Cure is Maine’s only all-women triathlon and the largest triathlon in the state, and they are looking for volunteers. To be a part of this event in any capacity is awe-inspiring. This is so much more than a race. It truly is a celebration of hope, determination, and courage, as women raise millions of dollars to fight cancer in Maine while supporting each other and amazing themselves. I've done a leg of this triathlon a couple of times in my life. There is nothing more inspiring than this day. I volunteer every year.
The Hidden History of Portland, Maine’s Bureau of Motor Vehicles Building
The State of Maine has 13 Bureau of Motor Vehicles locations across Maine, but none have the unique history that the BMV building in Portland has. If you've ever had to go to the odd-shaped building on Presumpscot Street to register your car, take a driving test, or renew your license, you may not have been aware of what the building you were standing in was previously used for.
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