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Is Swimming in Maine’s Kennebec River Illegal?
For hundreds of years, one of the greatest resources that Central Maine has is the mighty Kennebec River. It has provided fish for the area's residents, provided ice (prior to the invention of modern refrigeration) and power for the mills of the 19th and 20th centuries, and was the main means of transport for many generations.
Maine’s Iconic ‘Trolley Cart’ Diner Earns Spot on ‘America’s Best Classic Diners’ List
Never pass up an opportunity to eat breakfast, lunch, or dinner in a vintage trolley cart. It's so fun. Have you ever been to the icon of Biddeford breakfast places, the Palace Diner? It's the cutest little diner you'll ever see, made up of just "one car length's worth of patrons", according to roadfood.com Yes, this makes it extremely hard to secure a spot on a Saturday or Sunday morning, but if you can manage the wait time, I can promise you it's worth it. I've only been a few times on the weekends, and all I remember is the portions being of wildly delicious quality, and enough to take home for lunch the next day.
Waterville first responders highlighted in 'Pride In Duty' photography exhibit
WATERVILLE, Maine — A recent Colby College graduate, who is also a firefighter, highlighted Waterville Fire and Rescue in her senior art exhibit. You may have heard the adage, "A picture is worth a thousand words." Studio art major Morgan Cheney embodied this by capturing the day-to-day of first...
Is Buffalo Wild Wings Really Opening an Augusta, Maine Location?
In this economy and in this part of rural old Maine, we're no strangers to seeing businesses come and go. However, I would argue, that the number of businesses coming and going in this area has been on the increase ever since COVID. Our studio location is a prime example...
Will Cushnoc Cantina Bring Their Signature Hilarious Bathroom Décor to Waterville?
An iconic Augusta brewery is set to join the ever-expanding scene in downtown Waterville this fall. Cushnoc Brewing is prepping to open Cushnoc Cantina, according to Central Maine. This is a new restaurant and bar on the first floor of the Colby College residence hall at 150 Main Street, as per the article.
Enter the Magical World of Kinetic Light Sculptures in Maine
An extraordinary public art installation is coming to downtown Waterville, and you should be prepared to be dazzled by the unforgettable experiences. The Australian creative team called Skunk Control has designed "Light Sentinels," a series of light-up flower sculptures coming to Castonguay Square in Waterville. If you want to become...
The Chicken Wings From This Maine Pizzeria Need to Be Experienced
If you love good pizza, there is a good chance that you have eaten at Burano’s Wood-Fired Pizza at least once. The regional chain (with locations in Hallowell, Bath, and Scarborough), does have some amazing pizza. However, their menu includes way more than just pizza. Burano’s has burgers, sandwiches,...
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