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Maine’s Best-Kept Secret: 3 Lakes for Ultimate Fishing
Three of Maine's freshwater regions are getting some fine national attention for a very sporty reason. The popular travel blog Vacation Idea recently released an article about the best fishing lakes in the United States. The site selected 25 from across the nation. Three of the regions making the list can be found right here in Maine. They include Belgrade Lakes, Sebago Lake, and Cobbosseecontee Lake.
New Englanders React to Ingrid Andress’ National Anthem Performance
Every year, the power hitters of the MLB all collect together in July during the All-Star Break the day before the actual All-Star game itself to see who has the biggest bat in the league for that particular season. 2024 Home Run Derby. But here's the thing, regardless of all...
20 Copycat Snacks Being Investigated by Feds for Containing THC; Misleading Consumers
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration and Federal Trade Commission are cracking down on companies that are creating copycat versions of popular snacks and infusing them with delta-8 THC. In a joint press release, the two organizations said it has issued warning letters to five different companies across the U.S....
5 Boston Bars to Go to First When Happy Hour Returns in Massachusetts
Happy hour was banned in Massachusetts in 1984. The law was put into effect because of a young girl who lost her life in a drunk driving accident. It may be close to coming back, however, because the Massachusetts Senate has recently adopted an amendment in favor of bringing it back. Senators cited it would help boost the economy, according to Boston.com.
Maine State Police Looking for Help Locating Man Missing for 7 Years
Even though the state has its fair share of crime, Maine has always been thought of as a safe place to live. This is especially true when you compare it to more urbanized states like Massachusetts, New York, and California. Maine is a state filled with small towns. Even our...
This Maine Antique Store Has Everything You Could Want, and Things You Don’t
Antique stores are plentiful in Maine, but one stands out in Ellsworth, Maine, declaring itself "The Best Little Antique Store in Maine." It's not hard to miss when you drive by it on Route 1A, the road that gives the store its name. Route 1A Relics is a sight to...
Here’s 15 Portland, Maine, Bars Recommended for Women in Their Late 30’s
I found this topic idea off of a Facebook group called Portland, Maine. It's nothing crazy, but it's super interesting. Hundreds of Mainers are in this group, and I'm willing to bet that every 10 minutes, a new posting goes up asking different questions about the city. The topics range from individuals looking for housing recommendations to super specific questions, like this one Deb Chin posted:
Maine Skin Care Company Sees 3900% Growth Thanks to Lobster Juice
This company was founded by Mainers with terrible eczema. Amber and Patrick co-founded Marin Skincare. They both suffered from eczema. While they were in grad school for Biomedical Engineering at UMaine, they worked with lobster scientists. They found a protein in lobster that can regenerate limbs and could actually help hydrate and repair skin, hence their first product, the 'lobster lotion'!
Maine Could See Damaging Winds on Wednesday Evening
This summer is shaping up to be one of the hottest summers that Maine has experienced in years. While many people are loving the sun and warmer temperatures, it means that we also have to deal with some nasty thunderstorms. The ones that rolled through Central Maine on Tuesday night are a prime example. At one point, the thunder over Augusta was so loud that it shook my house.
3 Northern New England Cities Rank Top 10 Least-Stressed in the US
Stress. We all have it, but the past few years have really ramped it up. From a pandemic to inflation, natural disasters, and crime rates, it's been a wild ride. But there's some good news to come out of our corner of the country. Two of our local gems, Nashua, New Hampshire, and Portland, Maine, are living the good life, and just ranked in the top 10 least-stressed cities in the US.
An Alternative Thought on the I-95 Bridge Between Maine and New Hampshire
We see it a lot more often during tourist season than outside of it, but regardless of the time of year or whether it's from a tourist or local, the same sentiment is constantly echoed. The I-95/Piscataqua River Bridge that connects Maine and New Hampshire always seems to stir up...
Tripadvisor’s Number One Hidden Maine Gem is a Must Visit For Locals & Tourists Alike
When it comes to things to do and see around Maine, there are so many options that it would be difficult to put them all into one list. Believe me, we've tried. However, how do we determine what the absolute BEST place to visit in Maine is if you are running short on time or just looking for the best bang for your buck?
Motorcycle Ride to Benefit 4-Year-Old Maine Girl for Life-Saving Surgery
4-year-old Aubrey from Gardiner is sadly fighting for her life. She is strong and spirited, and is battling a severe heart defect and bad lungs. Now, her life depends on a big operation. She needs a heart and lung transplant, but because of how expensive this surgery is, Aubrey needs our help.
Suspect Who Caused Rt 3 Augusta, Maine Road Closure Tuesday Identified
Many people around Central Maine received automatic emergency messages on their phones yesterday about an ongoing situation happening near Route 3 in Augusta. We got word yesterday afternoon that a fairly large section of North Belfast Avenue (Rt 3) was closed between Churchill and Bolton Hill Roads for an 'ongoing situation'. We also learned through members of our audience that some area businesses, including multiple daycares, were on lockdown as well.
Shannen Doherty Settled Her Divorce Just One Day Before Her Death
In the days before her death, actor Shannen Doherty and her ex-husband Kurt Iswarienko were working to finalize their divorce. Court documents obtained by People show that Doherty agreed to a "default or uncontested dissolution" of the marriage on July 12, the day before she died of breast cancer. The...
Eminem Sampled Jelly Roll’s ‘Save Me’ on New Album
It seems like all music genres are dipping their toes in country music these days including a big surprise: Eminem. Just recently, the legendary rapper sampled Jelly Roll's hit single "Save Me" on the last track of his new album The Death of Slim Shady (Coup de Grâce). Jelly Roll was unsurprisingly stunned that his "childhood hero" used his chorus. "I can’t believe I’m on Eminem’s album," wrote the "Halfway to Hell" singer on X (formerly Twitter) following the new release.
Ingrid Andress Admits She Was ‘Drunk’ During National Anthem Performance
Ingrid Andress says she was intoxicated during her rocky performance of the National Anthem at the 2024 MLB Home Run Derby on Monday night (July 15). Andress' off-key performance of "The Star-Spangled Banner" has gone viral, with some putting the moment up there with the worst National Anthem performances of all time.
Jon Pardi + Wife Summer’s Second Baby Girl Is Here — See Pictures!
Jon Pardi and his wife Summer are now officially members of the "two under two" club after the arrival of their daughter Sienna Grace Pardi. The happy couple shared the exciting news on social media, noting that the new addition arrived on Tuesday, July 16, at 11:47AM. She weighed in at 6 lbs. and 12 oz.
Cody Johnson Effortlessly Delivers National Anthem at MLB All-Star Game [Watch]
Cody Johnson was on hand to sing the National Anthem at the Major League Baseball All-Star Game in Arlington, Texas on Tuesday (July 16). He kept his version simple, but it was executed flawlessly in his on-brand Southern style. In a video shared on social media, Johnson is introduced in...
Tennessee Cemetery Has a Creepy Mountain Dew Headstone
While Mountain Dew has not met its untimely death, it has still being immortalized on a headstone located in a Tennessee cemetery. It's even got a working bottle opener attached to it, too. Why Is There A Mountain Dew Headstone?. No, it isn't there to mark the grave of the...
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