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U.S. Navy Country Current band starts Maine tour
FREEPORT, Maine — The U.S. Navy Country Current Band will spend seven days touring in Maine, stopping in six towns from Freeport to Fairfield. The band is a seven-person ensemble that performs a blend of modern country and bluegrass songs. The Maine tour starts with a 3:00 p.m. concert...
Dimes Worth $2 Million Could Be Hidden in Maine or New Hampshire
The current state of the economy has put many of us in a dire predicament. While our salaries have, for the most part, stayed the same, the cost of everything keeps increasing. The price of housing, food, gas, and other utilities has continued to rise. This has led to many people needing to make some tough choices about how they spend their money.
Up in the Air: Maine’s Most Popular Airline Routes Revealed
Air travel can be rough. The long security lines, crowded food courts, non-existent parking, never-ending terminals, and general public can drive any sane person mad. However, we Mainers are relatively lucky. Our two largest commercial airports are a godsend. Easy in, easy out. There's nothing like parking and getting to the gate in the span of 10 minutes. It's a completely different flying experience, and small market flying at its finest.
Maine and New Hampshire Have the Lowest Crime Rates in the US
New Hampshire and Maine are not just about stunning fall foliage and killer lobster rolls; we also boast some of the lowest crime rates in the entire U.S. If you’re tired of hearing about crime stats that sound like they’re out of a crime-drama movie script, these two states are where you want to be.
Rams Host Maine for Bark in the Park Sunday
RHODE ISLAND VS. MAINE - SERIES NOTES. Rhode Island hosts Maine for the second home match in as many days for the Rams. Rhody faces the Black Bears for the second consecutive year. Before last season's 1-0 defeat in Orono, the teams hadn't faced since Sept. 11, 2016. That result was a 2-0 Rhody win in Kingston.
Parent groups in Southern Maine tackle excessive screen time in kids
PORTLAND, Maine (WGME) -- Groups of parents in Southern Maine are working to get kids unglued from their phones and devices. Hundreds of parents from nine different school districts are now part of a new group called "Turn the Tides." "Area towns who are working together to try and change...
WinterKids welcomes Holub as executive director
WESTBROOK — WinterKids, Maine’s leading organization dedicated to helping children develop healthy lifelong habits through outdoor winter activities, is excited to announce the appointment of Courtney Holub as its new […]
Maine Celebrated for Excellence in Women’s Rights
It was an exceptional showing for the state of Maine in a recent women's rights report. WalletHub, a personal finance website, published its annual report of the states with the best and worst records for women's rights. The Pine Tree State was listed as the 4th best state. Now that's a ranking to be proud of.
Riding for Hope: Maine’s 8th Annual ‘Ride for Suicide’ to Save Lives
Nick Danforth of Lewiston founded the Pain To Power Suicide Awareness nonprofit to raise awareness about the heartbreaking reality that affects so many lives. This Saturday, August 26, the LA Harley on Main street in Lewiston will host the 8th Annual Ride for Suicide. This event is dedicated to raising awareness about suicide prevention and mental health.
'The Art of the Seed' talk at Garland Farm ib Seot, 5
BAR HARBOR — Beatrix Farrand Society welcomes K Greene to present “The Art of the Seed” at Garland Farm on Thursday, Sept. 5, at 4 p.m. Greene is the co-founder of the Hudson Valley Seed Library, which in 2004 became the first public library-based seed lending library in the United States. In 2008, he went on to co-found Hudson Valley Seed Company, focusing on heirloom and open pollinated vegetable, flower and herb seed. Greene will discuss the artistic value of seeds and plants and the stories surrounding them. A variety of artist-designed seed packs will be for sale after the talk.
MDI-Foxcroft Academy Girl’s Soccer Play Day [PHOTOS]
The MDI Trojans took on the Foxcroft Academy Ponies in a play day at Orono High School on Saturday, August 24th. Check out some of the phots from the play day. The MDI Trojans took on the Foxcroft Academy Ponies in a play day at Orono High School on Saturday, August 24th.
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