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Here’s Where You Can Visit Real Volcanoes in Maine
In the past, we have told you about Maine was once "home" to a series of super volcanoes. Yes, about 420 million years ago, most of New England was a lot toastier. Actually, it was literally on FIRE! Actually, some of the land we are now living on is here as a result of all of that volcanic activity.
Avoid Wearing These 4 Colors in Maine Unless You Really Love Mosquitoes
When it comes to summer in Maine, ya have to take the good with the bad, right? The good of course is not having to plow the driveway, being able to use the pool, going camping and just being outside. The downside to all that fun? Well, arguably there really...
Here’s Why the Postal Service Needs Maine Residents to Check Their Mailboxes This Week
Thanks to the prevalence of the internet, we all utilize the United States Postal Service a lot less than we used to. Emailing and social media have replaced sending letters, we post to Instagram or Snapchat instead of sending postcards, and we all pay bills online. That being said, we...
How Rural is Maine Compared to Other States?
It's easy to forget how remote Maine really is when you live in the southern part of the state. I have lived in in the Portland suburbs throughout my life. I have watched the area continually expand. It's no bustling metropolis, but it sure isn't rural. Sure, there are pockets of farm and undeveloped land, but there's also new construction as far as the eye can see.
Visit Maine Medal of Honor Recipients on Memorial Day
My grandfather, Vietnam Veteran LTC John Bugenske and my grandmother Nancy are buried in Arlington National Cemetery. When I get to visit them, I'll often pass a soldier or Marine who died in battle. I'll remember their name, and try to learn what I can about them when I get home.
These Were the 20 Least-Populated Maine Towns in 1920, Based on Census Records
Who doesn't love some good old-fashioned Maine history? Well, thanks to this new invention called the "Internet," I managed to luck into a fun document to peruse. I stumbled upon some old census data, which ended up being rather significant. The form is the official 1920 Census Bulletin for every county and town in Maine. It's a fascinating look at where Mainers called home and how different those pockets look today.
10 Best High Schools in Maine, According to U.S. News & World Report
Maine has some great high schools, and 10 of the best are surprising. WMTW reported that a new study from U.S. News & World Reports ranked the best public high schools across the country. It looked at over 17,000 schools, and 126 from Maine made the list. They use six...
Maine’s health department rarely investigates when residents wander away from their care facilities
This article was produced for ProPublica’s Local Reporting Network in partnership with The Maine Monitor . Haru Coryne contributed data reporting. Late one morning in May 2021, a resident of Cape Elizabeth, Maine, spotted an “elderly, disoriented” man standing in a driveway, according to a police report. The resident called police and then followed the man on foot as he wandered to a nearby intersection.
Maine’s Pricey Mistakes: Parents Share Their Kids’ Most Costly Accidents
I threw this topic out on my morning show today, and each response that came in was just as hilarious as the next. I asked, "What is one thing your child did that accidentally cost you a ton of money?" We've all been there. On both sides, really. We've all been the kid that accidentally crashed a car, broke a window, or buried a parent's wedding ring, but let's put the shoe on the other foot and see what the parents have to say.
Should Bars in Maine Stay Open Until 2am Like Most Other States?
Only seven states have a 1am or earlier closing time for bars, including Maine. It used to be eight states where the last call was 1am, but New Hampshire just passed legislation this year, allowing bars to stay open until 2am. Should Maine follow suit?. Is Maine behind the times...
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