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Top 5 Scenic Motorcycle Routes to Cruise in Maine
If you are anything like my cohost, Matt James, you probably have a soft spot for cruising on your hog while exploring the beauty of Maine. Matt is very proud of his trusty companions, a Harley Street Glide and a Honda VTX, but I'm guessing you might have your own prized ride you'd like to show off too!
Hysterical New Hampshire Catchphrases Used by Your Mom
If you are a mom in a store, and someone says "Mom!", you immediately turn around to answer. Am I right, or am I right?. It's inevitable that we pick up some of those mom tendencies from our parents. Recently, a New Hampshire social media post asked, "What's the catch phrase your mom used, that you might be using now too?"
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...
Wanna Try Pickleball? Here Are 7 Courts Around the New Hampshire Seacoast
Remember back in the day when everyone was Sweatin' to the Oldies?. Or maybe you recall Suzanne Somers and her contraption, the Thighmaster. And my favorite, The Shake Weight. For me, pickleball has that sort of Sweatin'/Thighmaster/Shake Weight vibe to it, but I have to admit, I think I'm going to try it. If you want to join, there are many pickleball courts around New Hampshire, on the Seacoast, and throughout New England.
‘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.
Maine’s State Bird Falls Short: 20 Feathered Contenders Who Could Soar
Let's face it, Maine's state bird stinks. No offense to all you black-capped chickadee fans, but what has that dorky little loudmouth ever done to deserve the recognition it gets? The honor of being the state bird from the greatest state in the nation is just too important to give to some lame bird that has nothing going for it.
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.
You Must Kill This Fish if You Catch It in New Hampshire and Massachusetts
Did you know there is a type of fish that you are supposed to kill in New England?. It is true. The fish is called a snakehead. The snakehead is not common in our area. However, they are confirmed to be in our region. The most recent snakehead caught in our area was in August 2021 in Canton, Massachusetts.
How This Young Paralyzed Boy’s Dream of Joining the Maine Golf Team Came True
Joining the school golf team sounds pretty straightforward, right? You have to be determined, practice hard, and try out. But for 12-year-old Kellan Tilton, it seemed impossible. Kellan is permanently paralyzed and in a wheelchair. His dream of playing golf with his friends felt out of reach, until now. Last...
Did Everyone Get This Weird Book in the Mail Written by a Mainer?
I'm always excited to get mail, but this was very odd. After receiving The Great Controversy in the mail recently, I thought it was weird. After doing a bit of digging, it appears I'm not the only one who was a little weirded out. And bonus, a Mainer wrote it!
Escape to This Whimsical Gingerbread House Tower in the Massachusetts Berkshires
This writer has said it time and time again, but when you're going on vacation, your choice of lodgings can be the cherry on top of a perfect getaway. That's part of why Airbnb is so awesome. Instead of cookie-cutter hotels, their website gives you the opportunity to find unique and unusual stays that will make your trip all the more memorable.
3 Massachusetts College Towns Are Among the Best in the Northeast
Any New Englander will tell you that there are many factors contributing to the region's excellent reputation, including the schools and higher education opportunities. New England is home to over 250+ colleges and universities, according to The New England Board of Higher Education and CollegeSimply. But it's not just these institutions which hold appeal to prospective students; it's the towns they're located in. After all, when you're not in the classroom or studying, these communities are where you go to shop, eat, and have fun with friends.
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...
‘Sea-Sick’ of New England Whale Watches? How About a Moose Tour?
You think you know New Hampshire? You know nothing. When I say you, I mean me. Here I am, thinking that I'm a New Hampshire native, but I did not know that there was such a thing as a "moose tour" until today. Not only is it a thing, but there are lots of places all around the state and region that offer them.
Once a Maine Favorite, the Last York Steak House is Gone
If you ask people who lived through the 1970s and '80s in Maine what their favorite restaurant was at that time, you'd get a bunch of the same responses. Hands down, without question, York Steak House. Unbeknownst to many, York Steak House wasn't a local restaurant named after the town...
Cheer on These 32 New Englanders Competing in the 2024 Olympics in Paris
According to the United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee, you'll be able to cheer on the 592 athletes of the U.S. Olympic Team when the 2024 Summer Games in Paris officially kick off on Wednesday, July 24. If you're wondering who from Team U.S. is from New England, 32 competitors,...
Look: Four of Top Seven Supermarkets in America Are in New England
Food prices are going up each year, and services seem to be going down. Organic fruits and vegetables seem to be easier to find than ever, but those healthy items are more expensive. It's no wonder America is obsessed with finding great supermarkets with fresh foods at affordable prices. Newsweek.com...
2024 Data Reveals Most Popular New Hampshire Ice Cream Stand in the State
At the time of this writing, it is National Vanilla Ice Cream day, so it seems appropriate to have this pop up in your feed. But shouldn't every day be ice cream day? I sure think so. New Hampshire Loves Ice Cream. New Hampshire may be a small state, but...
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