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The Portland, Maine, Sea Dogs Become Cooked Lobsters for One Day
The Portland Sea Dogs will become the Maine Lobster Bakes for one day in August. The Portland Sea Dogs do this every year. They take on the personality of something iconically Maine. They've been the Whoopie Pies, Red Snappers, Bean Suppahs, and on August 23 they'll become the Maine Lobster Bakes for one day only! There's one Sea Dog who's very excited about the one-day change.
Have You Heard the Legend of the Possible Cursed Tombstone in Bucksport, Maine?
Everyone loves a good ghost story, and there's definitely no shortage of them throughout Maine. There's Fort Knox in Prospect, Wood Island Lighthouse in Saco Bay, Mount Hope Cemetery in Bangor, and countless others. But, speaking of cemeteries -- and obviously, it's not exactly shocking that there are stories of...
You Could Own an Entire Island in Maine for the Price of a Condo in Biddeford
If you have a boat, can travel to an island, and are willing to let go of some amenities, you could own your very own island in Maine!. It's called Chance Island and is located in Machiasport. The island is on a stunning 44 acres and includes two beautiful cottages! It's listed by DOWNEAST PROPERTIES, INC.
More Than a Century Ago, a ‘Yo Mama’ Joke Caused an Ugly Political Incident in Maine
Typically, when people think of historical moments in time, 'yo mama' jokes are not the first thing that comes to mind. Perhaps they should. According to Scripted.com, the first recorded motherly insult came in 3500 BCE, scribed on a tablet found in Babylon. That random and wild find notwithstanding, most...
Study Reveals Maine as New England’s Unhealthiest State
Hey Maine, we need to talk. Our state has been named the unhealthiest state in the region, according to a new report. Not great, Bob. The website wordlpopulationreview.com posted its latest health data of every state in America. Sadly, the Pine Tree State was absolutely smoked by the rest of New England. I mean, it wasn't even close.
Maine Will Finally Receive a Break From Humidity This Weekend
To say that the heat throughout Maine has been unforgiving throughout the month of July would be an understatement. Many of the major cities in Maine have exceeded their typical high temperatures for the month by five-to-seven degrees. Making those temperatures feel even more hot has been the unrelenting humidity....
Did You Know That New Hampshire’s Seacoast Has 3 Wicked Haunted Places Within 20 Miles of Each Other?
Ghost stories are as compelling today as they were when we were little kids underneath our blankets with flashlights. There is something about spooky spirits around us that grab our attention. The New Hampshire Seacoast has three wicked haunted buildings, all within 20 miles of each other. There's a Ghost...
WATCH: Cumberland, Maine, Farm’s Videos of Cute Baby Goats Having a Pajama Party, Doing Parkour Will Brighten Your Day
If you need a pick-me-up for the day or want a fun break from the daily hustle and bustle, a Maine farm has once again shared some videos of their baby goats that make for peak cuteness. Sunflower Farm Creamery in Cumberland posted two videos you'll want to stop to...
Do You Remember Bugaboo Creek Steakhouse in New England?
Did you really grow up in the Northeast if you weren't startled by a talking, light-up Christmas tree suddenly coming to life inches away from you?. That wouldn't be an unusual occurrence if you were visiting Bugaboo Creek. What was Bugaboo Creek?. Bugaboo Creek Steakhouse opened its first location in...
Maine’s Mr. Halloween Shocked at Halloween Display in July
Halloween is over three months away, but displays are up at this Maine store. The funny part about finding a huge Halloween display during a Maine heatwave is who found the display: Mr. Halloween himself, Peter Geiger. Why is Peter Geiger 'Mr. Halloween' in Maine?. Peter, who works as an...
Are We Still Leaving Massive Tips for Maine, New Hampshire, Waitstaff?
It's wild to believe that at one point in our lives, we were all restricted to stay at home. Working from home became a common term, some people either fully switched their careers or got a moonlighting gig as an Instacart driver since so many people were using the service to food shop without leaving their homes.
Most Popular Birth Months in Each New England State
We all love babies. They're so cute and cuddly. Did you ever wonder what was happening before that baby? I'm talking about 40 weeks before the delivery of your bundle of love. Here's another thought. Have you ever run into someone with the same birthday as you? Statistics say there's a 50% chance that in a random group of 23 people, two will have the same birthday, according to usatoday.com.
Run & Party For a Cause This Weekend in Augusta w/ Kelly’s Cause For Brain Tumors
One of my favorite things that I do in my 'spare' time is taking part in a committee-member role on Kelly's Cause For Brain Tumors. Kelly Theberge has been a wonderful friend of mine for more than 300 years, and I love being part of her wonderful cause. This year, our 5K after party will be taking place at Westernview Golf Club from 1-5.
2 Stunning Massachusetts Hotels Ranked in Top 100 of the World’s Best
If you are visiting Massachusetts from anywhere in the world, you would be doing yourself a disservice if you didn't visit Cape Cod. Just south of the "elbow" of the Cape, you can take a ferry to Martha's Vineyard. Locals know it is one of the most stunning places in the entire world for many reasons. But whether you're a visitor or local, you can now stay in two hotels that were ranked among the world's best. according to Travel + Leisure.
Incredible Video of Humpback Whale Feeding in Kittery, Maine
A huge humpback whale put on a show in Kittery over the 4th of July weekend, rivaling any fireworks. According to Seacoastonline, the town harbormaster, John Brosnihan, couldn't believe his eyes when he caught a massive humpback whale on video in the shallow waters of Pepperrell Cove in Kittery. John...
New Hampshire Woman Attempting World Record Next Week: Most Pull-Ups in 24 Hours
Next weekend, on July 27, 24-year-old Natalie Noble will attempt to do the most pull-ups completed by a woman in a 24-hour period. Natalie, a trainer at Flight House Gym in Rye, New Hampshire, set this goal for herself over nine months ago. She said that while doing pull-ups, she kept "hitting a wall" and could not get past her current pull-up numbers.
Here Are The States Sending The Most People to Maine
When it comes to Maine, we're one of the lowest populated states based on our massive land mass, according to Maine.Gov. However, in recent years, people from all around the country are flocking to Maine to escape big city livin'. Many people are looking to get away from traffic, crime...
Free Wednesday Night Concerts Continue This Week With Garrett Holt Music
We're super-excited that our SummerFun Concert Series has returned for another year here in Central Maine. If you haven't heard, we've moved the concerts back to their original location in downtown Augusta behind Water and Front Streets. You see, for the last several years, we've been hosting the concerts at Mill Park.
How the Massive Microsoft Outage is Affecting Maine
A global IT cyber outage has halted and interrupted daily life for millions of folks. This has affected companies globally, from banks to hospitals, media companies, Microsoft apps, and much more. What a lot of us are focusing on are the airlines and airports for travel. According to the ABC...
Here Are the Lyrics to Shaboozey, ‘A Bar Song (Tipsy)’ [Listen]
Shaboozey's "A Bar Song (Tipsy)" presents like a carefree drinking song, but the lyrics tell a more serious story that country fans know very well. "Tipsy" (as it's often called) opens with acoustic guitar and hand claps and builds into a folk release a la the Avett Brothers or Mumford & Sons.
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