A Unique Maine Craft Store To Try Once Joann Fabric Sadly Closes
I go into the Portland Joanne Fabric at least once a week to try to take advantage of the closing sales before they permanently close. I have to tell you I was not impressed by what I found. Here's an...
View ArticleCheck Out These Charging Stations For Electric Cars in Maine
"The City of Portland wants to make driving an electric vehicle practical and convenient for residents and visitors alike" -portlandmaine.gov Continue reading…
View ArticleI'm So Confused by the Walmart in South Portland, Maine
Have you ever looked up Walmart's bag policy? It's wild. There's a reason for the frustration you feel at the check-out counter when they tell you that they don't offer an option to buy a paper or...
View ArticleThis Is The Only Restaurant In Maine To Serve Lobster Cones
You've heard of lobster rolls but have you ever heard of lobster cones? For such a small creation, it sure has a big effect on their customers. You absolutely have to check these out. Continue reading…
View ArticleSome Maine Walmart Stores Are Locking Up Their Meat as Anti-Theft
"Customers have voiced frustration over the retailer's increased security measures". Locking up meats to a point where you have to go out of your way to grab an employee to come help you is just insane...
View ArticleBarstool's Dave Portnoy's Slab Pizza Review in Maine Was a Set Up
There's so many other pizzerias in Portland that fit Barstool's Dave Portnoy's exact excel sheet of what a perfect slice tastes like but he ignored them. He knew he wouldn't like Slab's thick,...
View ArticleThis Unassuming Town in Maine Has the Absolute Best Marshalls
This is no joke. As a very serious Maxx-inista myself, I could probably tell you the location and inventory of every single Marshall's or TJMaxx in Maine. Their Windham location is the goat of all...
View Article3 Maine Businesses That Shut Down What Replaced Them
I'll say this, with the exception of Brian Boru. Vacant store fronts in Maine don't really stay vacant very long so it's been fun to watch whatever new business comes in next like these new businesses...
View ArticleThe Largest Salt Marsh in Maine Is a Whopping 3,100 Acres
Maine is funny. We're home to the LARGEST salt marsh in the entire WORLD (proven fact), Scarborough Marsh, but also home to a strip club. Something for everyone, huh? Check this out. Continue reading…
View ArticleThe No. 1 Fastest Growing City in Maine Doesn't Make Sense To Me
Pre-covid nobody cared about Maine and said things like, "you couldn't pay me to move all the way out in the middle of no where". Now I'd love to pay everybody to stop moving here especially to...
View ArticleUMaine Assistant Professor Will Be a Contestant on Jeopardy!
Ready for some quiz excitement? Catch Kara Peruccio from UMaine as she battles on 'Jeopardy!' this May. Continue reading…
View ArticleWhy Do Mainers Call It a Turnpike and Not a Highway?
Ever wonder about the difference between highways and turnpikes? Discover the fascinating history behind the Maine Turnpike and its importance. Continue reading…
View Article12 Maine Words and Phrases Outsiders Don’t Understand
Here's a handy guide of 12 phrases and words that are pure Maine yet confusing to those “from away.” Continue reading…
View Article3 Breathtaking Views in Portland, Maine, To Visit in 2025
The best part of Portland (in my opinion) is the gorgeous ocean views that seemingly take next to no effort to look as beautiful as they do. Is there really anything better than discovering a beautiful...
View ArticleDoes This Rock in Crawford Notch, NH, Look Like an Elephant?
Discover how Elephant Rock in Crawford Notch resembles a giant elephant and what you can expect from the hike to this local natural wonder. Continue reading…
View ArticleI Saw Red When This Popular Maine Business Closed in Portland
Temple St. was home to the Old Port Nutrition, a favorite shop of mine in town. When they closed down I almost cried, but being replaced by this awesome bubble tea spot doesn't suck! Continue reading…
View ArticleHealthy Food Chain Finally Opens at Rock Row in Westbrook, Maine
It's about time an up-and-coming town like Westbrook, Maine opens up more healthy food chain options. Just as I thought Chick-fil-e was going to be our one and done celebrity chain restaurant in the...
View ArticlePlaya Bowls Grand Opening in Westbrook, Maine Was Insane
Is it not always a hilarious sight to catch an abnormally long line of people waiting for the doors to open to something like a concert or grand opening? Well Westbrook's new Playa Bowls has really...
View Article10 Ways Living in Maine Is Different Than Living in Vermont
Check out how Maine's coastline and Vermont's skiing stack up in this insightful breakdown of life in both states. Continue reading…
View ArticleA Guide to Surviving Maine’s Black Fly Season Without Going Crazy
These little annoyances are actually found in a place that perfectly describes Maine (damnit). The same reasons we love the beautiful scenery in Maine during the summertime is also why we're a perfect...
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