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Have You Bookmarked the Maine Hurricane Information Dashboard?
It looks like the 2024 hurricane season could be a bad one. According to a May 2024 report by the meteorologists at NOAA, there was an 85% chance that the 2024 Atlantic Ocean hurricane season would be above normal. They are predicting that during the season, which runs from June...
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.
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.
New Hampshire Car and Motorcycle Show Benefits Local Veterans
Nam Knights of America is an American military veteran and law enforcement motorcycle club, and they have a chapter right here in Seacoast New Hampshire. The group meets up all over our great state for camaraderie and community service. They help veterans who are on fixed incomes pay their bills, they lead hunting and fishing trips for disabled veterans, and any profits made from the events are 100% given back to the community.
Dover, New Hampshire, Drive Thru Employee Goes Above and Beyond in Awkward Situation
Although using a header that reads 'Dunkin App' seems like this is going to be some kind of ad, it's not. But, quite simply put, customers to any Dunkin around New England and beyond have two ways to make their ordering experience more convenient. Wait in line at the drive...
Cup Labeling Joke at New Hampshire Starbucks Leads to Customer Refund
It's generally something we see on the regular while scrolling through our social media feed: a lighthearted post from a customer of any coffee shop with an interesting, unique spelling of their name presented on their coffee cup. And while a cutesy, clever message was clearly the attempt that a...
Everything You Need to Know About Maine’s New ‘Blue Envelope Program’
The Augusta Police Department announced something new that pulled me in. The Blue Envelope Program is a new program geared towards having a better level of interaction between officers and folks with disabilities or special needs, including down syndrome, autism spectrum disorder, dementia, and even anxiety and depression. The program was created by the Down Syndrome Advocacy Project of Maine.
Time Running Out: Bid It to Win It Online Maine Auction Ends Today, July 19
Make sure you go and bid on the items in our online auction before time runs out. You could save so much money in scoring these premium items. Need a reminder on what is up for bid? Let's break it down for you. The Bid It to Win It auction...
Happy Hour Returning to Massachusetts? An Open Letter to 3 New England States That Outlaw It
Did you know that happy hour is outlawed in three New England states: Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and Vermont?. The reason I am bringing this to your attention is because that is so stupid. Yeah. I said it. It's a dumb law. Let me start by saying that I understand why....
Hall Pass Cash: Get Ready for a New School Year With Your Chance to Win a $500 Prepaid Visa Gift Card
Back-to-school shopping may be fun but it's not cheap! We're giving you a chance to get your budget out of detention with those much-needed back-to-school funds. You could score a $500 prepaid Visa Gift Card. That's enough to buy:. 4,411 no. 2 pencils. 29 Trapper Keepers. 250 3-subject spiral notebooks.
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.
Witness History: Old Film Shows Maine’s Popular Old Orchard Beach
A video posted on YouTube is an incredible example of Maine's rich history. And it just happens to be where I've been spending a lot of time lately, Old Orchard Beach. Shared by a channel named Finally Found Film, the video features an iconic piece of Old Orchard Beach's past. That giant banana boat-looking contraption was part of Noah's Arc funhouse. The massive teeter-totter was just part of the larger funhouse, located right by the ocean at Palace Playland.
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....
How Many of These Classic Summer Toys Do You Remember?
Summer has descended with the intensity of a relentless inferno, leaving many American towns simmering in its wake. I don't recall summers ever feeling this hot when I was a kid, but that probably has something to do with the fact we were always soaking ourselves with cold water in some manner.
Massive Halloween Event Returning to Downtown Augusta, Maine
For many Mainers, Halloween is one of the most anticipated holidays of the year. Much like Christmas, it is one of those holidays that changes as we age. When we are kids, we are just excited to be able to get bags of candy. When we are young adults, it is a chance to dress up like we never would and get lit. When we settle down and become parents, we live the Halloween fun vicariously through our children.
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...
Portland Sea Dogs Uniforms Designed by Maine Children’s Cancer Program
I’m thrilled to be a Portland Sea Dogs fan, and didn’t think I could love them any more than I already do, but now I do. It was recently announced that the amazing players on the Portland Sea Dogs were able to collaborate with Maine Children's Cancer Program for a very special cause. The Sea Dogs have recently partnered up with the Maine Children's Cancer Program (MCCP) to make unique, beautiful, hand-designed uniforms.
Here Are the Suckiest Parts About Grocery Shopping in New England
For a small group of people, they consider it their solace and escape -- an excuse to be without the kids (ideally), their partner, just a chance to have some alone time and a bit of sanity they may not otherwise. For most everyone else, it's absolute busy work, from...
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.
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.
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