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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...
Raspberry tarts return to Frank’s Bake Shop
BANGOR, Maine (WABI) - Summertime for many of our viewers means tart time at Frank’s Bake Shop in Bangor. It’s a tradition that’s been around since the 90s. Raspberry tarts are their most famous. And as Joy Hollowell tells us, like the berry, the tarts are now...
Here Are the 9 Best Spots for French Fries in Maine
Fries. Fries are a huge part of our lives, whether we want to admit it or not. And I'll be the first to say it's tough to beat a good McDonald's large fry on a Sunday night. But for Maine, the best selection of fries doesn't just end at McDonald's. According to bestlocalthings, there are actually nine other places that are actually considered the best of the best in the state when it comes to our beloved fried potato sticks. The first one mentioned is the least surprising nominee, hailing from Old Orchard Beach: pier fries.
4 Years Later Maine Created ‘Quarantine Karaoke’ Is Still Rockin’
The Facebook phenomenon that started in Brewer, is still going strong!. Back in 2020, early on in the pandemic, a Facebook group was created by a buddy of mine, Maine's own Joseph Meyers, from Brewer called Quarantine Karaoke. The idea was simple, go live or just upload a video of you singing.
The 3rd Annual Ed Sheffer Ink & Iron Fest Is Coming In September
This yearly event is in memory of Ed Sheffer, the founder of Diversified Ink, who died in a motorcycle accident on June 16, 2020. The 2024 date is set for the annual Ed Sheffer INK & IRON FEST, benefiting Maine Veterans. Ed was a great friend to not only all...
Ellsworth museum educates visitors on telephone history
Ellsworth, Maine (WABI) -An Ellsworth Museum allows visitors to step back in time by simply picking up the phone. “Sometimes they come in here not interested, and about halfway through, all of a sudden it takes, and then they enjoy it,” says David Thompson, Assistant Treasurer at the Telephone Museum.
Win tickets to KIDZ BOP at the Maine Savings Amphitheater
Win tickets to see KIDZ BOP on Sunday, July 28 at the Maine Savings Amphitheater in Bangor. Winning is easy. Fill out the form below with basic info and you’re automatically entered to win. We’re giving away several pairs of tickets. Winners will get Email. We will email...
Tumbling for cheese at Belfast’s Maine Celtic Celebration Cheese Roll Championship
BANGOR, Maine (WABI) - The Maine Celtic Celebration Cheese Roll Championship took place Sunday at 2 p.m. in Belfast. The championship featured age group rounds ranging from young children to people over 60-years-old. Each cheese roll championship is made up of 10 contestants lined up at the top of the...
Donate School Supplies & Get A Free ‘Big Slice’ At Jason’s Pizza
Help area kids get ready to go back to school, and have some tasty pie at the same time. Hard to believe, but the upcoming 2024-2025 school year is almost here, and on average, American families spend about $864 on school supplies each year, which of course not everyone can afford, so Jason's Pizza has come up with a way to help out kis right here in the Bangor/Brewer area.
A Bangor Spot Was The Inspiration For A Scene In ‘IT Chapter Two’
When "The Losers Club" meets for dinner, you might recognize the location. There is a pivotal scene in the movie IT Chapter Two, that folks from the Bangor area will notice right away. The old friends reunite over Chinese dinner and have some fortune cookies at a restaurant called Jade...
Television's 'Impractical Jokers' are coming to Bangor
PORTLAND, Maine — The Impractical Jokers have made television audiences laugh for more than a decade. Later this month, they are bringing their live show to the Maine Savings Amphitheatre. Joe Gatto, James "Murr" Murray, Brian "Q" Quinn, and Sal Vulcano met in high school at an all boys...
Some Theatre Company Presents: Exit, Pursued by a Bear
BANGOR, Maine (WABI) - Some Theatre Company announced another production they say will thrill its audience from start to finish. “Exit, Pursued by a Bear,” is a dark revenge comedy by Lauren Gunderson. The show tells the story of Nan, a fed-up wife who takes matters into her own...
Bucksport Trading Post offers artisan goods and daily wine tastings
BUCKSPORT -- A newly opened business in Bucksport aims to highlight local artisans and Maine made products. The Bucksport Trading Post soft opened in May, and sits just off Route 1 and offers an eclectic mix of local art, gifts, wine, wearables and more. The owner of the shop, Suzanne...
Would You Eat A Pizza With Maine Red Snapper Hot Dogs On It?
In honor of "National Hot Dog Day" we have a question for you!. With summer in full swing, you can't help but think of relaxing on a hot summer day, and firing up some dogs on the grill in the backyard, but the question is, does it make a good pizza topping?
Maine Author Bill Roorbach at Left Bank Books
(Belfast, ME) Left Bank Books invites the public to a free talk and book signing by writer Bill Roorbach (Lucky Turtle, The Girl of the Lake, The Remedy of Love, and Life Among Giants) on Thursday, August 1 at 6:30 pm. The event is a celebration of Bill’s most creative novel yet, Beep, which features the wisdom and insight of Beep, a squirrel monkey who saves the world.
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