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Did You Know a Huge Part of Maine is Owned by a Foreign Company?
While it is nowhere near as massive as the Midwestern and Western states, Maine encompasses a lot of land for a New England state. A...LOT...OF...LAND!. In total, Maine covers about 22 million acres! Within that space are small towns, cities, beaches, fields, and majestic forests. Did you ever wonder who...
Watch As a Whale Breaches the Water in a Maine Harbor on July 4th
A Kittery Police Officer and Harbormaster got amazing videos of a whale breaching the water on the 4th of July. It's So Rare to See This But Even Less Likely to Be Caught On Video. How often do we kick ourselves later when we see something amazing because we didn't...
Matthew Perry Had a Massive Trust Fund and Personal Worth When He Died
Matthew Perry's personal wealth was $1.5million at the time of his death. The 54-year-old Friends actor died from a ketamine overdose in October 2023 and he also had a $120 million trust fund with his family and ex-girlfriend as beneficiaries, according to The U.S. Sun. The beneficiaries of the will...
Maine’s Best Unknown Trail Can Be Found in Acadia National Park
Maine rightfully is Vacationland. The well-earned nickname has only grown stronger over the years, especially with the state gaining more and more exposure (thanks, world wide web). Maine is constantly being compared, contrasted, dissected, observed, and reviewed by websites from across the globe. These articles can be great reference guides...
Darius Rucker Says It’s Time to Forgive Morgan Wallen for Using Racist Slur
Darius Rucker says it's time to forgive Morgan Wallen for using a racist slur back in 2021. "I think Morgan's become a better person since that. I've known Morgan a long time. Since all that happened Morgan's tried to really better himself and become a better person," Rucker said on the Rolling Stone Music Now podcast.
Hey Maine, You’re Still Breaking the Law By Doing This While Driving
For a couple of decades now, in most states, texting and driving laws have been put in place. According to the National Library of Medicine, it was back in November 2001 that New York became the first state in the country to prohibit the use of a cell phone while driving, with several states following suit over the years.
20 Best Campgrounds in Maine
Camping is as much a Maine tradition as lobster is. Maine is a big state with so much wilderness to choose from. Whether you are into hiking, water sports, lakes, or oceans, it's why we are called "Vacationland". Because we have it all. Part of having it all is packing it all up and living in nature at a campground. Most Mainers have the most amazing memories of growing up and going camping.
Maine Redditors List Their Favorite Local Slang Words and Phrases
Mainers having their own language isn't anything new. There have been plenty of articles written over the years that define exactly what certain words heard throughout Vacationland locals mean. In fact, at some unknown point in time, postcards created (that are now on sale on eBay) titled 'Talk'n Maine' were...
SAFE Summer BBQ Foods for Our Maine Dogs
Earlier, we shared unsafe foods we should avoid sharing with our 4-legged friends during those summer BBQs regardless of how adorably persistent that they are. What foods CAN we share with our dogs during say our 4th of July BBQ or any similar summer outing? Here is what a few experts have to recommend.
UNSAFE Summer BBQ Foods for Our Maine Dogs
As a dog owner of two adorable beggars, I completely understand how almost impossible it is to NOT share our food with our pets, especially when they give you those eyes. On the rare occasion where I end up ordering Taco Bell, our Australian Sheppard mix ends up getting most of the order because I can't resist how cute he is. He was also a street dog found in a trash can. His 16-year-old digestive system can handle anything.
Fireworks Are Illegal in These Maine Towns
These days, most Mainers are only a short drive from a legal fireworks store. These stores are well-stocked with high-quality fireworks. They have everything from License to Thrill to 96 Shot Pearl. Can you think of a better way to cap off the 4th of July or a birthday celebration? I can’t either.
What You’ve Heard About Crows Is Bizarrely True and a Bit Frightening
Do we dare talk about Alfred Hitchcock's 1963 horror classic, The Birds? Except right now, I'm talking about real life and the creepy fact that we should never cross a crow because they never, ever forget a face and even pass it on their flock. And yes, that flock passes...
Biddeford 1-Month-Old Baby Dies After Being Found Unresponsive
Police are investigating the death of a baby at a hospital days after he was found unresponsive. When the Child Passed, He Was in a Portland Hospital. The child passed away on June 20, 2024 at Maine Medical Center in Portland. Officials have not released the child's name. Police Were...
The Price Of The World’s Largest Lobster Roll May Shock You
This iconic Maine restaurant does it right, but it ain't cheap!. Usually summer lobster lovers can expect to pay in excess of $40 for a single roll at some of the state's most popular summer eateries, but the average price is closer to $30, but if your want the biggst one in the world, it will run you quite a bit more.
Big Changes Coming to Olive Garden Locations in Maine
This is just a heads-up for those in the Pine Tree State who love some good old-fashioned salad and. Listen, we all love Olive Garden—what’s not to love? You get fantastic value with generous portions, a classy-ish atmosphere, and, of course, those breadsticks. However, changes are on the...
5 Walgreens Locations in Maine on National Closing List
The largest pharmacy chain in America is headed for some tough times. Walgreens announced last week that they would be spending the rest of 2024 "resetting" their business strategy in hopes of being more profitable in the next few years. According to CNN, part of that resetting includes closing more than 100 underperforming locations in 2024, with more likely to follow in 2025.
Maine Should Be Aware of This New ‘Sophisticated’ Scam
Our Pine Tree State is no stranger to scams, and this one has state police warning residents to stay alert. Scams, unfortunately, are always going to be around, preying on vulnerable people. There are always those who seek to take advantage of others for monetary gain. Scam artists are getting increasingly creative, and their schemes are becoming more advanced.
Why You Absolutely Shouldn’t Dump Salt Down Your Drains
A trend has emerged that has people pouring large amounts of salt down the drains in their home. It's not about cutting salt out of their diets. Salt is becoming a go-to solution as a way to make a cheap drain cleaner. But salt alone can't get the job down.
How to Mow Breathtaking Patterns Into Your Lawn
Your house can be the showstopper on the block with the right equipment and a few hours of work on your lawn. Eye-catching patterns mowed into lawns have become popular thanks to a series of recent tutorials shared on social media. Some of these patterns were only thought to be...
Was This Taylor Swift Concert Interaction Between Julia Roberts and Travis Kelce ‘Weird’?
What was going on between Julia Roberts and Travis Kelce in the VIP tent at Taylor Swift's Eras Tour show in Dublin?. A viral TikTok of their interaction has many fans wondering the same thing. The pair were seen chatting in the VIP tent while the legendary actress scratched Kelce's...
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