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06/26/2021

This is The Most Maine Cure for a Stye in Your Eye Evah

And it smells good too!

If you've ever had a stye on your eye, you know what a pain it is. But here's some relief in the most Maine way.

06/25/2021

Adult Bumper Boats at Funtown in S**o, Maine Have a Fun New Feature to Get Even More Wet

With the hot weather coming up you're not going to want to skip out on the new and improved Bumper Boats!

The wetter the better on this Funtown classic!

06/25/2021

Heat Wave Expected To Arrive In Maine Sunday Could Bring 90 Degree Temperatures

Bring it 🔥

Maine is expected to see its second impactful heat wave, with an extended period of 90 degree plus heat starting on Sunday

06/25/2021

Golf Tournament in Auburn Planned To Raise Money For Repairs to Veterans Homes

If you're a golfer or know someone who is, this tournament in Auburn will help to repair homes of Maine veterans.

The Veterans Home Improvement Project is hosting a golf scramble on Thursday, July 22 at the Martindale Country Club on Beech Hill Road in Auburn.

06/25/2021

The 25 Most Expensive Homes For Sale in Maine as of June 2021

Wanna dream a little? Take a look at these 25 homes that are the most expensive in Maine.

If you can afford a monthly payment that equals the cash price of a new car, then you might be in the market for one of these.

06/25/2021

Would You Airbnb Your Home in Maine to Make Extra Cash?

I like the thought of making the dough, but oh man...strangers in my home?

Airbnb has disrupted the hospitality industry since its first booking in 2008.

06/25/2021

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06/25/2021

Grab Your Towel! Aquaboggan is Open For the Season Starting This Saturday!

Who's ready to go to Aquaboggan?!

Once Aquaboggan is open you know it's officially summer!

06/25/2021

A Slightly Smaller Great Maine Bike Swap Is Back This Weekend

You've got one more day tomorrow to get your bike in!

If you want to participate you need to bring your bikes today or tomorrow!

06/24/2021

Pineland Farms in New Gloucester, Maine Needs Your Help Naming a Calf

Here's your chance to name a cow!

Just make sure it starts with an "H"!

06/24/2021

Beach To Beacon Giving Two Lucky Runners Lifetime Entry to the 10K

How would you like to have a lifetime entry to the Beach to Beacon?

The TD Beach to Beacon Green Ticket Sweepstakes is giving those who register for the virtual 10K a chance to win a Green Ticket that gives that runner a lifetime entry to the road race.

06/24/2021

Comparing Two Vastly Different Modern Maine Homes For $300k

If you had to pick one of the two, which one would you go with?

Maine is like two states in one in many ways. Including what $300k can get you for a home. Would you prefer city or country life?

06/24/2021

Everything To Love and Hate About This 'Unboxing Maine' Video I Found on YouTube

A guy "unboxes" Maine, teaching the rest of the world about our state, but it's not completely accurate.

There are many things in this video that are inaccurate and not completely researched well, but there are other things that I really love about it.

06/24/2021

Forget Wine & Cheese, Pair Beer and Whoopie Pies at South Portland, Maine Brewery

Whoopie pies and beer might be the best combo ever.

This fun event is going down next month and tickets are limited!

06/24/2021

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06/24/2021

This Golf Driving Range in Scarborough, Maine is One Giant Water Hazzard

A driving range where you TRY to hit the water!

Oops. Your ball went in the water? Well, that's the whole point at Pleasant Hill Driving Range.

06/24/2021

Is Your Dream a Liam Niesen Movie Rip Off or A Deeper Message

Tell us about a dream you'd love to have interpreted!

John Moore in Portland can interpret your dreams. Ever had a dream that your wife has been kidnapped? It could be the Liam Neisen movie you watched or a message trying to get through. John will let you know.

06/23/2021

Britney Spears Speaking at Conservatorship Hearing Today: Details + Live Updates

Get live updates about Britney Spears, who is set to speak at her conservatorship hearing today.

Get live updates about Britney Spears, who is set to speak at her conservatorship hearing today.

06/23/2021

Tell us below! What are some good places to go or things to do in Maine perfect for a summer date night?

Tell us below! What are some good places to go or things to do in Maine perfect for a summer date night?

06/23/2021

It's Back! Oxford Casino Hotel's Give 5 Get 10 to Support Cans for a Cure

It's baaaaaaaaaack!!!

Oxford Casino Hotel had to close with the rest of the world. They are back open and back to giving to fight breast cancer here in Maine!

06/23/2021

I Think Paper Bags Are Better Than Plastic and Not Just Because of the Environment

With plastic bags going away, I've started using paper bags and they are soooo much better. -Jeff

I'll take paper over plastic every single time.

06/23/2021

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06/23/2021

Luchador Tacos New Windham Location Set To Open Friday

Get ready Windham! Friday is the big day.

Luchador Tacos, the popular East LA style Mexican restaurant that started as a take-out stand in South Paris, is opening its third location.

06/23/2021

See Mortgage Free Home Built in 12 Days for Maine Veteran in Oxford

Christy is the perfect candidate for this mortgage free smart home!

Tucked away down a dirt road, the most remarkable feat was accomplished in just 12 days.

06/22/2021

The Chunky Dunky Ice Cream Boat is Serving Up Sweet Treats Along Long Lake in Maine

What's your go-to ice cream treat? Chunky Dunky may have it!

For those hot days boating on the lake, be sure to flag down Chunky Dunky!

06/22/2021

Summer In Windham Has Arrived and So Have The Bad Drivers

The traffic as people leave Windham after the weekend is crazy on Sunday, but it would be a bit better if drivers turned the correct way.

There's a simple way to ease this backup if drivers would just obey one simple rule of the road.

06/22/2021

Maine State Trooper Stops To Let Doe and Fawn Cross the Road

Just try and not say "Awwwwwww" when you watch this fawn and its mother cross the road in Aroostook County.

Watch a Maine State Trooper in Aroostook County stop and turn on their blue lights to warn other drivers of a doe and her adorable fawn crossing the road.

06/22/2021

Heads Up Animals, Kesha is Coming to State Theatre in Portland, Maine This September

WHO WANTS TO SEE KESHA?!

Calling all 'Crazy Kids' and Animals! Make the most of the night like you're gonna die young with KESHA at State Theatre!

06/22/2021

New Owners of Brian Boru in Portland Put the Brakes on Demolishing Iconic Building

Brian Boru's building will live to see another day - but it's possibly a temporary reprieve...

Oops. Never mind.

06/22/2021

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06/22/2021

Over 120 Foot Long Banana Split Smashes Maine Record on Father's Day

Incredible so many people working and the record was smashed!

The Maine banana split record was smashed on Father's Day!

06/21/2021

On Father's Day, I Found a 50-Year-Old Picture of Me and My Dad That Looked Similar To This One

A picture of me and my son as a newborn looked very similar to one of my dad with me as a newborn. - Jeff

I found a picture of me and my dad just after I had been born that had a lot of similarities to one of me and Jake.

06/21/2021

Rokerthon Comes to Maine With Meteorologist Ryan Breton at Portland Headlight

Watch News Center Maine's Ryan Breton help out during Al Roker's Rokerthon to break the record for the most people in an online weather reporting video relay.

Al Roker of Today was after another Guinness World Record with his Rokerthon and News Center Maine meteorologist was a part of it.

06/21/2021

Pet Chameleon Found Wandering Popham Beach Alone in Phippsburg, Maine

Poor guy obviously didn't belong there.

The chameleon could be an escape artist or he could have been abandoned at the beach.

06/21/2021

Kennebunk Organization Provides Opportunity For Those With Special Needs to Go Surfing

Their first event of 2021 is tomorrow and they need volunteers!

Special Surfer draws hundreds of kids and young adults for this free surfing event.