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Will This Famous NASCAR Driver be Maine’s Next United States Congressman?
I try not to get overly political with my articles here at work, and arguably, this won't be either. However, I think it's important to mention that while I tend to be a pretty conservative guy, I know Rep Jared Golden (D) and he's a wicked down-to-earth nice guy. With...
Environmentalists advocate for removal of four Kennebec River dams
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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.
An Open Letter to Maine’s Gold Star Families
As Memorial Day is approaching, I would like to take a moment to express my gratitude to each and every one of you. Many of us use this weekend as the "unofficial start" to summer. We throw parties, BBQs and head up to camp, sometimes forgetting what this weekend truly represents.
Must-See Concerts Coming to Maine, New Hampshire, & Massachusetts This Spring and Summer
It is hard to believe that we are just a few days away from the kickoff of summer concert season here in New England. Most venues will start their season over Memorial Day weekend. For example, the Maine Savings Amphitheater in Bangor will start its season with Parker McCollum on Sunday, May 26.
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.
Local Water Authority Corrects Testing Oversight in February; Confirms Safety
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What OSHA's proposed changes to fire department guidelines could mean for Maine crews
MAINE, USA — OSHA proposed changes to guidelines and regulations fire departments must follow, but the change could hurt Maine’s volunteer departments. The Fire Brigade Standard was established in 1980. Now, more than 40 years later, the Emergency Response Standard aims to upgrade that. While some say it’s...
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...
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.
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.
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...
York Becomes the First City in Maine to Ban Plastic Utensils
This sounds absolutely absurd. This is right up there with the moment we all decided that we were going to ban plastic straws and replace them with paper straws that disintegrate in your mouth before you can finish your drink. I'm not going to make this entire article political (rather it's going to be more opinionated), but I have to get the logistics out of the way first.
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