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This Cozy Oceanfront Bar Once Called Old Orchard Beach, Maine, Home
Each and every summer, thousands upon thousands of people visit one of Maine's most popular tourism towns, Old Orchard Beach. The wide-spanning beach, carnival games and rides, and consistently delicious food have all been draws over the years for so many. But through the decades, Old Orchard Beach's main drag...
Add Maine’s Wild Blueberry Weekend to Your List of Summer Fun
Maine's Wild Blueberry Weekend is back, and bigger and better than ever!. Maine is the world's largest producer of wild blueberries. But before 2021, Maine never had its own weekend to go hog wild for the wild blueberry! Personally, I think there is such a huge difference between wild blueberries and cultivated blueberries. Basic blueberries are just "meh".
Amtrak Downeaster Upgrades for Safer, Faster Rides in Maine
Amtrak's Media Center is teaming up with the Northern New England Passenger Rail Authority (NNEPRA) to roll out some serious upgrades along the tracks from Haverhill, Massachusetts, to Brunswick, Maine. They're dropping over $50 million to install Positive Train Control (PTC), a high-tech system that'll automatically keep trains in check and make trips faster and safer. If you ask me, those are the two best upgrades they could possibly have.
Maine Bakery Named One of the Best in America
Our Pine Tree State is home to many amazing bakeries and places to get baked goods, but one, in particular, is getting national attention!. Everyone loves a good bakery, but there's something special about the ones in our neck of the woods. Blueberry pastries are always a hit, but in Maine, they just hit differently.
Don’t Be This Jerkface, Sucktastic Maine Neighbor This Weekend
For the rest of this week (and, in essence, probably since this week began and even beforehand), scheduled fireworks shows have been planned all throughout Maine, from Kittery to Old Orchard Beach and beyond, to celebrate the 4th of July. NH Fireworks. The same can also be said for various...
How Much Do You Have to Make to Be Considered Middle Class in New Hampshire?
I think a lot of us think of ourselves as middle class, and a report might change that for New Hampshirites. Seacoastonline reported on a new report from GOBankingRates that grabbed information from the latest U.S. Census Bureau data to find what you need to make to be considered middle class in all 50 states.
A Massive ‘Harry Potter’ Exhibit Makes Its Way to New England This September
There have been very few, if any, book and movie series that have been more popular than Harry Potter. Legions of devoted fans will travel all over the world to get closer to the movie stars, props, and experiences having to do with the books and films. Starting in September,...
Multi-Million-Dollar Gem Was the Most Expensive Home Sold in Biddeford, Maine, for 2023
Move over, Portland, because Biddeford, Maine, is blowing up!. Okay, I guess comparing Biddeford to Portland is a bit of a stretch. But the place once considered a “bit of a rough diamond” has been transforming into a desirable hotspot over the last several years, with revamped buildings and a vibrant mix of new businesses. These include restaurants like Magnus on Water and Cowbell, not to mention eat-in breweries like Batson River and hidden gem beaches.
Hey Maine, You’re Still Breaking the Law By Doing This While Driving
For a couple of decades now, in most states, texting and driving laws have been put in place. According to the National Library of Medicine, it was back in November 2001 that New York became the first state in the country to prohibit the use of a cell phone while driving, with several states following suit over the years.
Legendary Maine Beer Company Had a Cameo on Ryan Reynolds’ Popular TV Show, ‘Welcome to Wrexham’
Sometimes, you never know what you might catch while watching a television show or movie. A perfect example of this happened to me while watching the popular reality show, Welcome to Wrexham. The show follows a professional football (or soccer) team in the Welsh town of Wrexham. The team's current...
Couple Lobstering Off Massachusetts Coast Surrounded by Massive Sharks
A couple from Massachusetts thought they were seeing a whale near their boat. It was a group of sharks!. Perry and Carmel Long were catching lobsters from their 18-foot boat off Westport, Massachusetts. According to WIS10, sharks started surrounding their boats. At first, Carmel thought it was a group of whales, then Perry exclaimed that it was not a group of whales, but sharks!
This Photo Posted in a Maine Group Has Parents Outraged
There's a photo circulating on a Maine Facebook group that I wish I could show you, but I can't. For one, it would likely make you extremely pissed off, and two, I don't have permission to share it. Before we dive into this, I should mention that I can't confirm...
Kittery, Maine, Favorite Named Among Best ‘Classic Food’ Restaurants in America
When it comes to deeming food "classic American fare", that terminology can be broad. For many, a classic meal could be something like a burger and fries, bacon and eggs, or fish and chips. The majority of restaurants across the United States have some form of classic American fare on...
You’ll Barely Spend a Dime at This Manchester, New Hampshire, Taproom
If you either frequent Downtown Manchester, New Hampshire, at all (because let's be real, there's a restaurant for any type of palate along Elm Street in the city), or you've been to the SNHU Arena for any event at all, odds are you've gone to (or tried to go to) Murphy's Taproom.
New Hampshire Strawberry PYO Season Isn’t Over Yet, but You’d Better Hurry
Strawberry picking is one of the best parts of summer. The joy of picking a fruit from the ground (hopefully one that's not been squished) and popping it into your mouth is a wonderful experience. It's getting a little late in the season, so if you're looking for something to do over the weekend, this might be really fun for you and your family.
Beautiful Coastal Maine Village Named the State’s Most Underrated Town
An island town in Downeast Maine has been given some serious and deserved recognition. The popular travel site loveEXPLORING published a very interesting article about the country's most underrated towns. In fact, the site selected the most underrated town from each state. Maine's representative was the small but mighty coastal village of Stonington.
This Canopy Walk in New Hampshire is All Kinds of Breathtaking
Martin Lyn shared the photo below in the I Love New Hampshire Facebook group!. This Canopy Walk In New Hampshire Will Make Your Stomach Drop but It will be so worth it. The post got tons of engagement, and was shared 25 times. So many commenters were dying to know where the photo was taken.
What Name Do Most People Call Their Beloved Grandparents in New England?
Being a grandparent is so special. It's often better than being an actual parent. Our parent's parents (you know, the ones who spoil you), are so dear to us, so let's take a minute to think about what nicknames we give them and why. Nationally, the most popular names for...
Somersworth, New Hampshire, Situation Had the Makings of a True Crime Story
It's without a doubt one of the most popular genres in general. Whether it's a podcast, a streaming series, a documentary, or an entire channel like Investigation Discovery, the popularity -- and possible obsession -- with true crime is undeniable. Unfortunately, it comes at a price, and that price is...
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