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New England Native John Krasinski Plays Onstage with Pearl Jam at Fenway Park
How cool it must have been to see John Krasinski onstage with Eddie Vedder and the rest of Pearl Jam?. Fenway Park has become a concert venue over the years when the Red Sox are playing a game elsewhere and this past weekend, John Krasinski was on stage with Pearl Jam for their show at the iconic ballpark.
Aldi, With Several Locations in NH and MA, is Hiring Thousands of Employees at $23 Per Hour
Aldi has two locations on the New Hampshire seacoast, in Newington and Dover. Also, there are several locations in Massachusetts, according to their website. In a recent press release, Aldi announced that it would be hiring more than 13,000 employees before the holiday season. Aldi is Paying a Decent Wage.
Maine Farm’s Corn Maze Named Best in the Country…Again!
Congratulations to Treworgy Family Orchards in Levant, Maine, named the best corn maze in the nation...again!. For the third year in a row, Treworgy Family Orchards competed against twenty other top corn mazes in the country through USA Today's Reader's Choice Awards. They won with their intricate Peter Rabbit maze.
Windham, Maine Autumn Days Carnival is Now Open at Windham Mall
Windham Autumn Days Carnival is now open at the Windham Mall from Thursday, September 19 starting at 5 p.m. to Sunday, September 22. They are set up behind the mall where there is plenty of parking and space for this fun event. Why is it called "Autumn Days?" If you...
Stars Align for 11th Annual Stargazing Event at Maine Landmark
Now, you may think you have seen some stars in your life, especially if you live in Maine. There are very few areas where light pollution completely ruins the night sky. However, your backyard viewing is nothing compared to what you will witness in the vast darkness of Katahdin Woods & Waters National Monument.
200 New Homes Could Be on the Way in Portland, Maine
As a realtor here in Portland, it’s always exciting to see new developments, especially in current times. According to News Center Maine, GreenMars announced a proposal to build nearly 200 condos across two new projects in Portland: one near the Portland Jetport on Congress Street, and the other in the Deering neighborhood on Auburn Street.
America’s Worst Chocolate Brand is Sold Right Here in Maine
I know my wife certainly is. I enjoy a good bit of chocolate now and then, but more often than not, I could take or leave sweets. Other than donuts. I'm perilously helpless when it comes to a good donut. But there are plenty of folks out there who are all but dependent on a good chocolate.
10 Things You Should Never Say to Mainers in the Fall
I have been in the state of Maine for 33 years now and take it from me, there are certain things you are not allowed to say to Mainers. I have now officially morphed into a resident that also gets insulted when you say anything bad about Moxie. If you're...
How TikTok Made Tiny Kennebunk, Maine, Charm Store Explode With Popularity
One viral TikTok video put the Good Stock charm bar in Kennebunk on the map!. Going from two employees to ten employees in two months is serious growth. Seacoast Online says that's exactly what happened to Mia Gezik's Good Stock charm bar and jewelry store tucked away on Morning Walk Lane in Kennebunk, Maine.
Police on Scene of Beverage Truck Rollover Near Greenville, Maine
Maine roads can be tricky to navigate before daybreak, especially when those roads are windy, dark and in more remote parts of the state. According to a release from the Piscataquis County Sheriff's Office, several of their deputies were on the scene of a rollover crash just north of the town of Greenville on Route 15.
Eagles Pay Tribute to J.D. Souther: ‘We Have Lost a Brother’
Eagles have released a statement honoring J.D. Souther, their cowriter and collaborator who died on Tuesday at the age of 78. “We have lost a brother, a friend and a brilliant collaborator, and the world has lost a great songwriter, a pioneer of the Southern California sound that emerged in the 1970s,” the band’s message began. “J.D. Souther was smart, talented, well-read, and in possession of a wicked sense of humor. He loved a good meal, a good movie, and a good Martini ... and he loved dogs, adopting many, over the course of his lifetime.”
Man Airlifted After Medical Emergency on Acadia’s Popular Trail
It was early Wednesday morning when the quiet of Acadia National Park was interrupted by a call for help. This took place in Acadia National Park. According to WABI, a 58-year-old man was hiking on the advanced Beehive Trail when he suffered a medical emergency at the summit. If you’ve...
Witness Maine’s Fall Transformation: Your Foliage Report Is Here
We have reached that time of year when, as a Mainer, you will be asked this question over 1,000 times, "where's the foliage?" It's a great question, and one that I have asked myself. I also wonder what type of effect this past toasty and humid summer may be playing.
Live Music in Maine: Top Concerts to Catch This Fall
As we slowly start sliding into fall, don't worry—Maine’s live music scene isn't cooling down anytime soon. In fact, it’s still heating up, and there’s plenty more to catch before the year wraps up. Just because the leaves are changing doesn’t mean your concert calendar has to. From our awesome indoor venues and even a few outdoor shows left, the 4th quarter of 2024 is looking to be a solid roster for all music tastes.
My Maine EZ Pass Wasn’t Working For 3 Years and I Had No Idea
For many people in Maine, it can be difficult to let go of something they're used to. That could be as simple as a routine, their favorite dish at the their favorite takeout restaurant, their favorite route into work or taking the same weekend trip every single year. For me,...
Five Times Jimmy Fallon Was Spotted in New Hampshire in the Last Five Years
You know how they say never meet your heroes? That saying is derived from so many people meeting their favorite celebrities and having horrible experiences with them. It's always so sad to hear that a celebrity that you feel like you know and have loved for years is actually a giant A hole. I was listening to a podcast recently where the guest worked at a coffee shop that Kristen Wiig came into and she was an absolute nightmare. We hate to hear it!
Did You Know Only 2 New England States Allow Common Law Marriage?
Do you assume common law marriage exists everywhere? At some point growing up I "learned" that any couple who lives together for seven years automatically becomes a common law marriage, and never thought much since. However, that's a total myth according to the Unmarried Equality website. According to the National...
Shout Out to The 30+ Maine Police Departments for Embracing the Blue Envelope Program for Special Needs Drivers
Recently there has been a push for more support and inclusion for folks that have specials needs at Maine police departments. The Blue Envelope Program, is making a huge impact in Maine. This program was created to help drivers with autism or other developmental disabilities have a safer and more understanding interaction with law enforcement.
Why Are We Hearing Spring Peepers in the Fall Here in Maine?
I'm sort of a reverse night owl. I got to bed pretty dang early, and wake up when it's dark out. Even in summertime. More often than not, I'm making my way out the front door in the wee hours of the morning to take out the dog. Then I head in and start the coffee, and begin getting into my day.
Shark Sighting Closes Beach in Ipswich, Massachusetts
There are quite a few beach closings for various reasons over the summer, but today marks one of the few times this year a famous North Shore, Massachusetts beach was closed for a shark sighting. According to Ipswich Police Department, Facebook page, Crane Beach was closed to the public following...
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