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New Movie Theater to Open at Rock Row in Westbrook, Maine
Coming out of the pandemic, it may have seemed like going to the movies was going to be a thing of the past for a lot of people in southern Maine. That's because the most prominent movie theater franchise in the state, Cinemagic, had decided to cease operations and close down many of the theaters throughout the state that people frequented.
Meet Cheech and Chong in Portland, Maine Celebrating Their New Pot Store
Cheech Marin and Tommy Chong, known as Cheech & Chong will be in Portland, Maine for the opening of their new cannabis store. Finally, a cannabis store that makes sense. Welcome to the 'Cheech & Chong's Dispensoria' opening in Portland, Maine's Old Port on Thursday, October 10, 2024. In a...
30 Must-Try Eateries In Brunswick, Maine: A Food Lover’s Paradise
Move over, Portland, because there's another town that deserves love for its culinary reputation. I'm talking about a beautiful spot that essentially kicks off Maine's popular Midcoast region. It's the state's true college town and has the food scene to back it up. It's time to praise the town of Brunswick.
These two Mainers changed their latitude and haven’t looked back
PORTLAND, Maine — Their name says a lot: the Sail Bums. The Sail Bums are Gaylen Smith and Allison Bankston. They’ve been together as a couple for 20 years, worked in media in Maine, and now live on a 37-foot sailboat called Mollynogger. They sail up and down...
Dry Dock Restaurant Returning to Portland, Maine, Following 6-Year Absence
It feels like the Portland, Maine, restaurant scene needed a little bit of good news. After all, there's been a string of recent restaurant closures that have caused many in the area to question whether the food scene in the city has peaked or whether a shortage in staff, high rent and atmospheric conditions are sustainable.
Remember When Barstool Sports’ Dave Portnoy Ignorantly Rated Slab Pizza in Portland, Maine?
Do you think Dave Portnoy put a bad luck curse on Maine? He was in town a while back reviewing some iconic pizza spots for what seemed like two weeks straight, and it's a good thing he chose Slab while he could. One fact about this dude that we all...
Portland Speakeasy Takes the Title of Maine’s Best Hidden Bar
One of Portland's trendiest bars has received quite the accolade from a popular source. The fine folks over at Cheapism decided to dive into the world of hidden bars and speakeasies. This was a wise choice, considering this style of establishment has been a huge hit over the last decade, especially in the northeast.
Maine Sports Pub Makes “Don’t Be Red Nick” Shirts After Bad Google Review
No, I did not misspell the title and that is why this story coming straight out of Lewiston, Maine is so funny. Sliders Sports Bar, located on 40 East Avenue is a local favorite in Lewiston. The bar is a popular spot to catch the latest game, enjoy a yummy beer, and eat some classic bar fare.
Farewell to Slab, One of Portland, Maine’s Favorite Pizza Spots
Another iconic Portland, Maine, restaurant is closing its doors. Slab has officially announced it will be shutting down its Preble Street location, effective October 12. And so goes another one of Portland's wonderful institutions. You can see their statement on Facebook below:. According to the Bangor Daily News, the massive...
Comparing grocery costs: Is shopping local in Maine more budget-friendly?
MAINE, USA — As many feel the strain of rising grocery prices, some Maine farmers and producers believe shopping local can offer value and a personal connection to the food on your plate. At Pine Ridge Acres in Cumberland, Operation Manager Aaron Banks said he understands how a few...
Lewiston, Maine, Restaurant Claps Back at Unruly Customer Online
In a story that is currently making waves through Lewiston, Maine, we find ourselves rooting for one particular restaurant that was under fire online by a patron. This unruly customer who left Chick-a-Dee also left a bitter taste both in person and online berating the restaurant for the wait and the food. He specifically went after the chef as well.
Taste Of the Past: 1980s Portland, Maine, Dining Was Both Yummy and Affordable
What's the deal with these prices today, folks. Am I right?. Remember the good old days when gas cost less than a dollar and the mall still had Woolworth?. I'm talking about the 80s, folks. It was decade of decadence, incredible music and movies, and going out to eat for less than $100.
Maine’s Camp Sunshine to Be Featured on Harlem Globetrotters TV Show
Believe it or not, the world-famous Harlem Globetrotters are coming up on their 100th anniversary in a few years. Originally the Chicago Globetrotters until 1928 when the name was changed to the New York Harlem Globetrotters and shortened to the team name we know today, the Harlem Globetrotters in 1929.
33 Years Later: Remembering Van Halen & Alice in Chains Live in Maine
It’s been 33 years since one of the many legendary rock shows went down at the Cumberland County Civic Center (now Cross Insurance Arena), in Portland, Maine. We’ve been blessed with a lot of them, but this one is one of those that is still talked about to this day. On October 8th, 1991, Van Halen graced the stage with their rock royalty and it was an unforgettable night.
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