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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.
Barstool Sport’s Dave Portnoy Loses Control of Boat in Popular Massachusetts Harbor
This. Is. Amazing. One of my favorite parts about this chaotic man (Dave Portnoy) is not only his brutal honesty, but his ties to Massachusetts, which allow us to relate so much to his content. His most recent chaotic activity happened in a place you might be familiar with: Nantucket,...
Zip-Line & Climb Through Trees at Night With This Glow-in-the-Dark Canopy Tour in Massachusetts
Forget your mini-golf or dinner and drinks date. I have a WAY better date night for you and your partner, or just your next night out with friends. Doing the same old nightly activities can be arduous. Sure, dinner and drinks at a new restaurant is a bit more spicy than going to the usual establishment, but where is the adventure?
What’s with The Bumble Bee Graffiti All Over Maine Stores?
Okay, I've kind of had enough of whoever this idiot of a person is. Last week, I remember seeing a spray painted bumble bee on the front of a store window downtown in Portland and saying to myself "I hope that persons happy that they've successfully made themselves look like a jerk with their "art".
Incredible Video of Humpback Whale Feeding in Kittery, Maine
A huge humpback whale put on a show in Kittery over the 4th of July weekend, rivaling any fireworks. According to Seacoastonline, the town harbormaster, John Brosnihan, couldn't believe his eyes when he caught a massive humpback whale on video in the shallow waters of Pepperrell Cove in Kittery. John...
Maine’s Mr. Halloween Shocked at Halloween Display in July
Halloween is over three months away, but displays are up at this Maine store. The funny part about finding a huge Halloween display during a Maine heatwave is who found the display: Mr. Halloween himself, Peter Geiger. Why is Peter Geiger 'Mr. Halloween' in Maine?. Peter, who works as an...
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.
Go Back in Time to the Roaring Twenties at This Popular Lawn Party in Massachusetts
This writer loves everything about this. If you've spent much time in Massachusetts' North Shore, you've likely heard of the majestic Crane Estate, situated atop Castle Hill in Ipswich. The 59-room, Stuart-style mansion was constructed in 1928 and inhabited by Chicago industrialist Richard Teller Crane Jr. and his family. The...
President Joe Biden Tests Positive for COVID-19
This is a developing story. President Joe Biden tested positive for COVID-19, the White House announced in a press release on Wednesday. Biden experienced respiratory symptoms that included a runny nose, a cough and fatigue, according to the statement. He was tested in Las Vegas following his first scheduled event for the day.
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....
New Hampshire Woman Attempting World Record Next Week: Most Pull-Ups in 24 Hours
Next weekend, on July 27, 24-year-old Natalie Noble will attempt to do the most pull-ups completed by a woman in a 24-hour period. Natalie, a trainer at Flight House Gym in Rye, New Hampshire, set this goal for herself over nine months ago. She said that while doing pull-ups, she kept "hitting a wall" and could not get past her current pull-up numbers.
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.
Here’s When You Should Look to the Maine Skies for an Epic Meteor Shower
Get ready, Mainers! On August 12th, you can catch the Perseid Meteor Shower, one of the few annual meteor showers and this year promises to be epic!. According to Space Reference, this meteor shower is debris left behind from the Comet Swift-Tuttle, which NASA describes as a massive ball of ice and rock. Although the shower happens every year, the timing and duration are different. Don't miss out on this spectacular event in the skies.
Minion Birthday ‘Booty’ Cake from This Maine Bakery Is a Cheeky Delight
Ah, the Minions. Those babbling yellow creatures with big eyes and blue overalls that have delighted many moviegoers in their "Despicable Me" and "Minions" movies with their hijinks and silly antics. And if you've seen the 2015 "Minions" movie, one of the Minions decides to get in a hot tub...
Channel Your Inner ‘Happy Gilmore’ in South Berwick, Maine, to Help the Children
The amazing thing about New England is there is constantly some form of help happening throughout the region. During any calendar year, there are charity events to help raise toy donations for Toys for Tots or school supplies for local schools by 'stuffing buses' or 'jamming vans.' There are online auctions or telethons to help raise money for food banks throughout New England.
Is This New England Urban Legend About Pool Water True or False?
Growing up in New England, especially during early childhood through right around the time a person starts entering their teens, so many statements involving pools and pool water were thrown out into the universe. There's the whole 'you can't go swimming for 30 minutes after you eat a meal or...
The Ultimate Place to Beat the Heat in Central Maine is the Beer Cave at Damon’s Beverage
Even though many of us enjoy the warm temperatures that Maine has seen over the last few weeks, we need to face the fact that we are not accustomed to the heat. During a normal Maine summer, we typically have a handful of days in the mid-90s. Other than that, our average temperatures are in the lower 80s.
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