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Is This the Best Glamping Retreat in All of Maine?
Imagine a weekend where laughter, relaxation, and fun take center stage. You are surrounded by the breathtaking views of Maine's thick forests and birdsong. Glamping is like camping, but fancy. So instead of being in a tent trying to survive like the Naked and Afraid folks, I would rather be in an upscale tent, elegantly designed to fully assist me in immersing myself in nature. Ahhhh.
Two Maine Hotels Make Prestigious Top 100 in the World List
Maine is well-represented in the prestigious Travel + Leisure magazine's top 100 hotels in the world. To make the list at all is remarkable. To make it twice is a very big deal. The featured hotels are based on customer reviews, so the guests who have stayed there know what makes them amazing. Which Maine hotels are ranked among the top 100 in the world?
No Hike Needed: Visit This Gorgeous Hidden Gem New Hampshire Waterfall Just Off the Road
If you're looking for a waterfall worth the road trip but don't want to do a crazy hours-long hike, there's one amazing one in New Hampshire to put on your list. Beaver Brook Falls in Colebrook is an incredible hidden gem for nature enthusiasts, travelers, locals, and those who want to take in the beauty of New England.
How Rare is This ‘Cotton Candy’ Lobster Found in New Hampshire?
A very rare lobster called 'cotton candy' was caught off of New Castle, New Hampshire. Seacoast Online says that Joseph Kramer, who's a merchant marine, caught a rare cotton candy lobster off of New Castle. The Seacoast Science Center says it's extremely rare as in 1-in-100 million. That looks like...
Maine Named as One of America’s Favorite Fishing States
The state of Maine is receiving high accolades for one of the country's most beloved pastimes. According to the popular fishing website Fishing Booker, Maine is the 6th best state in the country to fish in. Not only is this a great ranking, but it's also the highest-scored state in New England. Only Rhode Island joined Maine in the top 10, finishing with an 8th ranking.
Here’s How to Win Tickets to See Styx and Foreigner at BankNH Pavilion in Gilford, New Hampshire
This is "Urgent." We want to be your "Juke Box Hero" and "Light Up" your day with our awesome prize. Styx and Foreigner will be performing at BankNH Pavilion in Gilford, New Hampshire, on August 4, and we've got a pair of tickets to give away. "Come Sail Away" with...
‘Three Little Bandits’ Rescued: Brunswick, Maine, Police Save Raccoons Trapped in a Dumpster
Three mischievous raccoons found themselves in quite a predicament recently. The small trash pandas had worked their way into a dumpster outside a Brunswick, Maine, business but couldn't find a way to get out, according to a Facebook post from the Brunswick Police Department. Thankfully, Officers Chandler Wyman and Chris...
Here Are 10 Maine Fairs You and the Family Can Still Attend July and August 2024
The Maine Association of Agricultural Fairs released its complete list of 25 licensed state fairs earlier this year, with the first one kicking off on June 13. With some of the best fairs around, you might want to consider planning on attending some with the family. Take a look at what your options are for July and August 2024.
Update: Huge Massachusetts Company Laying Off Over 600 Employees Announces More Cuts
Pharmaceutical Company Laying Off 641 Employees Just Announced More Cuts. A little over a year ago, Takeda, one of the biggest companies in Massachusetts, was financially "in great shape," according to Forbes. What a difference a year can make. Takeda announced that they would lay off over 600 employees, according to Boston.com.
Slow Down, Bub! New Hampshire State Police Are Cracking Down on Speeders
Recently, public officials and New Hampshire police officers have convened to launch a new, strict policy on speeders in the state. They are citing the number of crashes, up 10% from last year, according to WMUR, and that New Hampshire is one of the highest in the nation for deadly crashes and alcohol impairment.
‘White Lotus’ Star Jennifer Coolidge Spotted in Provincetown, Massachusetts
Jennifer Coolidge, a Norwell, Massachusetts, native, rose to fame in the late '90s/early 2000s. Her role as Stiffler's Mom in American Pie, which came out in 1999, really put her on the map! Many American Pie's came after the original (four total), and in my opinion, they were all awesome.
Why Matt Damon Belted Out ‘Sweet Caroline’ on Live TV
Late night talk shows can get pretty funny, as is the case with NBC's "The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon." The host loves music, and actors who can sing, so naturally there's a connection for both to collide. Fallon writes and performs musical parodies and videos for content to his...
6 Maine Ghost Towns You Never Knew Existed
When you think about how long the area that we now call the State of Maine has been inhabited, it should not be a surprise that we have a few ghost towns. For thousands of years, all of New England was inhabited by the Native Americans. Then, about 500 years ago, the first European settlers showed up. Oh yeah, many people now believe the Vikings were kicking around here about 1,000 years ago. Anyway, you get the picture.
Those Aren’t Clouds in the Sky Over Maine. It’s Actually Smoke From a Huge Fire
It's something that, especially over the last several years, we've noticed happening more often in the skies of Maine. That, of course, is seeing smoke in the form of haze in the daytime sky. According to the National Wildland Fire Situation Report in Canada, there are currently 118 uncontrolled fires...
8 Simple Rules of Etiquette When Visiting Maine Beaches
The summer feels so incredibly short in Maine, which means when the temperatures rise, people flock to the beaches. Several Maine beaches are often packed with people in June, July, and August. With so many people in close quarters with one another, certainly there are unwritten but simple etiquette rules to follow, right?
Maine ‘Star Wars’ Fans Can Experience the Original Movie in an Epic Way in 2025
Whether you are a massive sci-fi nerd or just love a great movie, there is no denying that the original Star Wars is one of the greatest movies made in the last fifty years. Star Wars: A New Hope is a true masterpiece. You have probably seen the movie dozens...
Watch 5 Minutes of Comedian Lewis Black Ranting About Portland, Maine
Stand-up comedian Lewis Black has come to Maine to perform several times over the years. He's had a regular segment called "Back in Black" on The Daily Show, where he goes off on just about any topic, dropping f-bombs left and right. He has also been the voice of Anger in the Disney films Inside Out 1 and 2. It's a perfect fit for him.
Big Change Coming to Popular Airline Serving Maine, New Hampshire, & Massachusetts
Over the last few decades, we have seen the airline industry change a lot. Just after September 11, we saw a series of new safety regulations put in place. These were, of course, done in an effort to prevent future terrorist attacks. A few years later, we began to see...
Maine Seeks Input on Whether Moose Hunt Should Be Changed
For many people in and around Maine, hunting season is an annual tradition that gets them as excited as Christmas Day. For those who truly enjoy the sport, entering the moose lottery is more exciting than playing the Megabucks. But over the last several years, the Maine Department of Inland...
Tripadvisor Lists Maine’s 20 Most Popular Lighthouses
Who doesn't love a lighthouse? Each one is unique in its own way, truly giving it an identity. The character they exhume only appreciates by age. So, considering most lighthouses are 100+ years old, the character is pouring out. Maine's Lighthouses. In Maine, we have some absolutely amazing lighthouses. We...
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