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Quick-Thinking Driver and Massachusetts State Trooper Save Desperate Hawk
There's so much bad news, so when something heartwarming happens, it's nice to share it with the public. That's what the Massachusetts State Police did on their Instagram this week. A truck driver had called about an injured hawk on the side of the highway near Northampton, Massachusetts. The man...
Beloved Maine Donut Shop Will Soon Start Shipping Nationwide
If you are a donut lover, New England is a great place to live. Even though the donut was not invented here (it was actually invented by Dutch settlers living in New York), we have so many great donut shops. Not only is one of the best-known national chains headquartered in New England, but we also have some great locally-owned chains.
Check Out Netflix’s Amazing Acro-Cats Performing Live in Portland, Maine
Okay my loves, the city of Portland, Maine, is in for a real treat!. The Amazing Acro-Cats have made their way to our state, and will perform a show like no other!. They are known for their very agile and unique act, where the cats run on barrels, ride skateboards, and play instruments in a band called “Tuna and the Rock Cats.”
Maine Woman Accused of Killing 90-Year-Old Man
According to an article on the WGME website, 55-year-old Shari Allimah has been accused of killing 90-year-old Gerald Marin. The article explains that on May 18, Marin's family visited his home on Hallowell Road in Litchfield. When they arrived, they reportedly found a bloody scene and the body of Gerald Marin underneath a blanket in a bedroom.
New Hampshire Now Has Its Own Smithsonian Story
When you hear the word "Smithsonian", does your mind wander to Washington, D.C.?. The Smithsonian National Museum is a marvel compilation of 17 museums in the the D.C. area, including the Natural History Museum, Air and Space Museum, American History Museum, and American Art Museum. It's a destination for students,...
Almost 75% of Mainers own their home. But is that a good thing?
Or condo, or whatever. The point is, most of us are homeowners. Now, buying a house in Maine 5 years ago was almost a cinch. There was a decent amount of inventory, and things moved back and forth fairly fluidly. Home prices were almost half of what they are now. These days, it looks almost impossible to get a house at a fair price in Maine.
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