Maine State

Dover-foxcroft, ME

Columbus, OH

Lancaster County, PA

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Fans of Frisco's Chicken were left reeling as the beloved Peruvian-style eatery announced the closure of all its locations in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The chain, known for its delicious food and strong community values, posted a heartfelt note on its doors, informing customers of the devastating news.

Favorite Chicken Chain Suddenly Closes All Stores, Heartfelt Message Found on Doors

New Hampshire State

Fox News

Brady Procon, 17, leapt from a jet ski onto an out-of-control boat on on Lake Winnipesaukee in New Hampshire after the vessel's operator fell overboard.

New Hampshire teen jumps onto out-of-control boat after sailing instructor falls overboard

Missouri State

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Fulton, MO

CJ Coombs

Bringing them home: for 40 years, the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) has been helping to locate missing children. Since July 1, 2024, according to the NCMEC, 15 children have been reported missing in the U.S. Not included in that number are those who have been missing in Missouri since June 2024.

Seven teenagers have been missing in Missouri since June 2024

Mainers know it’s pogy season when you’re boating along the coast and see a dark underwater cloud with quick shimmers of scales flashing near the surface. Not only are striped bass, tuna, and seals happy, but Maine lobstermen are also happy when they know fresh bait will be available in the near future.

2024 Maine pogy season makes its set

Massachusetts State

Dianna Carney

Egg Roll is a one-year-old, 34lb American Bully who has recently been introduced by Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue located in Massachusetts. This charming, round little dog is looking for his forever home and comes with a delightful personality and some special quirks.

Meet Egg Roll: The Round Little Snuggle Buddy Looking For Love

South Carolina State

Explore Beaufort SC

Manatees are back in Lowcountry waters and residents in the coastal areas of South Carolina should be particularly alert while boating and please report sightings of these gentle giants to SCDNR.

Manatees are back in South Carolina coastal waters

Minnesota State

DayTripper

Summer is in full swing, and people from Minnesota and beyond are looking for beautiful places to visit. Check out these ten cute small towns that show off Minnesota's natural beauty, rich history, and friendly people.

10 Adorable Small Towns In Minnesota That Will Make Your Summer Unforgettable

Locust Grove, VA

Cheryl E Preston

The Battle of the Wilderness occurred in Locust Grove, Virginia, on May 5, 1864. According to History Facts, at one point, the Civil War c ceased so that soldiers could watch a fistfight between a soldier from the North and one from the South.

Union and Confederate soldiers allegedly called a ceasefire in Virginia to watch a fistfight

Food & Wine

Enjoy local lobster, foraged produce, housemade pasta, and more with waterfront views around Maine’s crown jewel.

An Abundance of Incredible Food Surrounds Acadia National Park

Daily Mail

Thanks to an affordable housing lottery, a single mom just bought the house of her dreams for a fraction of what a typical home goes for in ritzy Kennebunkport, Maine.

Beautiful home in Maine beach town known for $7 million price tags sells way below market value for unexpected reason

The Maine Writer

Big G's Deli opened in 1986 and became a well-known place to eat for Mainers and those visiting the state. Big G's offered breakfast, lunch, and dinner and was open seven days a week.

Big G's Deli Shuts Down After 40 Years: Farewell to a Maine Food Icon

Jacksonville, FL

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Our area might be the best place in the country to retreat to an island, judging from a survey released this week. Readers of Travel + Leisure magazine rated the Golden Isles in Georgia — consisting of Jekyll Island, Little St. Simons Island, Sea Island and St. Simons Island — as the best island in the continental U.S.

Two local islands rated the best in continental US

Georgia State

DeanLand

Two rural Georgia counties lost more than 12% of their population over the past three years, leading a worrisome trend in many of Georgia's rural counties and smaller towns. The populations of Telfair County and Stewart County, both largely rural counties with agricultural based economies and located in the Southern half of Georgia, shrunk by more than 12% each from 2020 to 2023, according to data from the US Census Bureau.

Georgia's Fastest Shrinking Rural Counties Share Big Problems

Kingston, MA

Maziply Toys, an award-winning, independently-owned toy store in Kingston, has recently announced they've opened a new location in Massachusetts. The company, which was founded by Scott and Kerri Mazerall in 2014, started as an online toy store before beginning its brick-and-mortar retail journey in 2015. "Today, Maziply Toys prides itself on being the largest toy store in New England," the company explains on its website. Their first store location, inside the Kingston Collection, offers an array of toys, games, and interactive attractions, including laser tag, a mirror maze, a BEAM virtual playground, and ride-on mechanical animals.

New England's Largest Toy Store Announces New Location In Massachusetts

Louisiana State

M Henderson

Red rice is a traditional Gullah recipe with roots in West Africa. Similar to jambalaya and paella, this recipe uses left-over cooked rice and is seasoned with Cajun or Creole seasoning.

Louisiana-Style Red Rice

The Animal Protection Center of Southeastern Massachusetts recently introduced a sweet feline named Clarice who is in search of a loving forever home. Despite her challenging start in life, Clarice is ready to start a new chapter with a family that will love and care for her.

Meet The Unique Little Cat Who Lost Both Eyes Now Searching For Love

The coastline of Massachusetts is blessed with seemingly endless miles of beaches along the Atlantic Ocean. Cape Cod includes even more stunning bay beaches as options to visit, all just a short drive from Boston. It’s no wonder Massachusetts is a top beach destination in the country for tourists, artists, and wildlife alike. Outside of Provincetown, Martha’s Vineyard, and Nantucket lie many lesser-known beach towns that bring the same historical New England charm. From sand that sings, to the most painted building in America, to a popular destination for Snow Owls, we’ve compiled a list of the top 9 lesser known beach towns in Massachusetts.

The Best Massachusetts Beach Towns You May Not Know

New Mexico State

Tucson, AZ

Arizona Luminaria

Tucsonans awoke on the first day of summer to find the usual morning views of the Rincon and Santa Catalina mountains were blocked by thick clouds of dust and haze. A 100-mile-long dust storm blew across New Mexico from the east and into Tucson overnight, said Glenn Lader, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service in Tucson.

100-mile dust storm blankets Tucson

Vermont State

Burlington, VT

BURLINGTON, Vt. – Vermont women’s hockey head coach Jim Plumer announced that Danielle Slominski has joined his staff as Director of Operations Tuesday afternoon. “We are really excited to welcome Dani to the Vermont women’s hockey family,” said Plumer. “She is a very dynamic young coach who is going to bring positive energy and experience. I can’t wait to see the impact she is going to have in all aspects of our program, from operations to on-ice coaching and skill development.” Slominski, a Becker, Minnesota native, served as an Assistant Coach at Oswego State during the 2023-24 campaign. The Lakers…

Slominski Joins Women’s Hockey Staff as Director of Operations

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Football seniors from around the state excited for 34th Maine Shrine Lobster Bowl Classic

DOVER-FOXCROFT - In just a few days, the East and West All-Stars featuring senior football players from around Maine will take the field for the 34th...

Football seniors from around the state excited for 34th Maine Shrine Lobster Bowl Classic

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