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This Massachusetts City Ranked 3rd Best City for the Most Attractive Women in the U.S.
Amazing. Recently, I wrote about how Boston, Massachusetts, was ranked the 4th best city in the world to find the most attractive men, according to yourtango.com. Now, I just found a list for the girlies too. Yourtango also ranked Boston in the top five cities for the most attractive humans, but at #3 for having the most attractive ladies. I agreed with the ranking they gave the dudes at #4, which you can read all about here, and I'm gonna have to agree on this ranking for the ladies too.
Local Bakery in Portland, Maine, Gains Fame for Its Superb Bread
A Portland baking staple has recently received some well-deserved national attention. The fine folks over at The Bread Guide decided to take a look at bakeries across the country to try and determine the best bread bakers in each state. The results were posted recently, and Maine's representative was Standard Baking Company, an outstanding choice.
This New England State Consumes the Most Cannabis in the United States
Ahhhh, Mary Jane. The green stuff. The ganja. I could probably write all 1,000 nicknames for it, but you know I am talking about cannabis. Weed has been an enormous topic of conversation in the past decade. From politicians to your grandmother, as cannabis becomes legal (medicinally or recreationally) across the country, people are more open to talking about their use than ever before in history.
Everything We Know About Donald Trump Rally Shooting Victims
Two people are reportedly dead and another person critically injured after the apparent shooting at the Donald Trump campaign rally. The horrific shooting took place at 6:13 PM on Saturday (July 13) while Trump was campaigning in Butler, Pennsylvania. According to new reports, the alleged shooter was killed in addition to at least one attendee in the crowd.
Year-Round Yurt in New Hampshire is a Glamper’s Dream
Wow. This year-round yurt on the outskirts of the White Mountain National Forest is a glamper's dream. I will start with the accolades and recognition. The Raven's Nest, also referred to as "Secluded Comfort in the Woods," is a "Best of New Hampshire: 2022" Hipcamp finalist, according to the Hipcamp booking site.
Why is the Elaborate ‘Yankee Candle’ Massachusetts Estate Still for Sale?
An indoor water park, tennis, and basketball courts, a two-story arcade, bowling alley, clubhouse, pool cabana, spa, two car barns, and two guest houses are all on these park-like grounds with fountains, pergolas, ponds, and waterfalls. The spa is 55,000 square feet, and the indoor water park is inspired by...
Top Secret: No One Knows About These 3 Cities Named the Best Small Towns in Maine
We love a good hidden gem. Apparently, Maine has a few hidden gems in the form of small cities. And according to this dude on YouTube, not many people know about them. I love this guy's enthusiasm, but I'm willing to bet that at least some Mainers know about these towns. However, I do see where he's coming from. Let's dive in.
Here’s Everything You Need to Know About Aaron Tippin’s Upcoming Maine Concert
One of the best things about being a country fan is how accessible our favorite artists are. In addition to doing massive stadium and amphitheater shows, many artists also perform at agricultural fairs across the country. Typically, these shows are performed by a mixture of rising stars and classic artists. In recent years, our Maine fairs have hosted Lonestar, the late Joe Diffie, Clint Black, Niko Moon, Lady A, Nate Smith, and Jameson Rodgers.
Dave Portnoy Reviews a New England Classic and Falls in Love All Over Again
For many people throughout New England, there are stories and fond memories wrapped around one regionally-based pizza chain, Papa Gino's. Papa Gino's has dubbed itself "New England's favorite neighborhood pizza", and had more than 150 regional locations at the height of its success. But a 2018 bankruptcy filing caused Papa...
The 5 Oldest Homes for Sale in the US Are All in New England
This is a whole different level of owning a piece of history. These five vintage homes are straight out of the 1600s. Yep, they’re older than America itself. Llet that sink in. Realtor.com came up with a list of the oldest homes on the market, and they all happen...
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