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Maine farmers, lawmakers share PFAS lessons as Massachusetts eyes stricter regulations
A group of Massachusetts lawmakers traveled to Maine on Tuesday to learn about the state's efforts to address PFAS pollution and to discuss possible regional collaboration on regulating the "forever chemicals." Maine has passed some of the most...

Maine sees downpours, gusty winds as cold front moves through
IN THE 80S. LIGHT AND VARIABLE WINDS, EXCEPT FOR IN THUNDERSTORMS. HEAT INDEX VALUES IN THE LOWER 90S. TONIGHT...PARTLY CLOUDY. LOWS IN THE 50S AND 60S. LIGHT AND VARIABLE WINDS, BECOMING NORTH AROUND 10 MPH AFTER MIDNIGHT. TOMORROW...PARTLY SUNNY...

This Unique McDonald’s in Maine Looks Nothing Like You’d Expect
Fast food meets New England charm — wait until you see what’s inside this McDonald’s in Freeport! Should your Maine travels take you this way during the summer, you have to check it out What? You’ve never seen a Mickey D’s that looks like a house...

Cognitively impaired man traveled to NYC to meet Facebook chatbot he fell in love with. He never returned home
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This Maine Town Is Among the 13 Most Stunning in America
While Maine has many towns described as ‘stunning’ and ‘breathtaking,’ one in particular was named among the most beautiful in the country. We wouldn’t even be biased in saying we could make a list of 13 of the most stunning towns in America using...

Maine town once known for crime and smell of rotting fish is now property hotspot where modest home prices are surging
A coastal town in Maine once known for crime and the smell of rotting fish has rewarded longtime residents who bought early, with real estate values doubling in the last two decades. In the 1970s, Rockland had one of the highest crime rates in...

Traveling Show Brings Brimfield To The Adirondacks
Crowds were already busy perusing the offerings of several outdoor dealers at Frontier Town Gateway just after the general admission start time of 9 am. Review & Onsite Photos by Kiersten Busch NORTH HUDSON, N.Y. — If you’ve ever been to the...

Maine Residents Advised of an Air Quality Alert on Wednesday
People with breathing issues are urged to take it easy on Wednesday after the Maine DEP issued an air quality alert. Maine DEP Says Much of the State is Under an Air Quality Alert It's not a day when most people will want to spend a lot of time...

Maine Police Issue Warning After Great White Shark Is Spotted Near Beaches
SCARBOROUGH, Maine (AP) — Reports of a large great white shark near some of Maine’s most popular beaches have prompted police in one coastal town to issue a warning on Tuesday. Scarborough’s marine resource officer got word of the roughly 10- to...

‘A cry for help’ from Maine communities should prompt rethinking of school funding
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Watch: Great white shark discovered lurking off Maine coast by drone
SCARBOROUGH, Maine — Jaws has apparently made his way north this summer. A drone captured footage of a great white shark lurking off some of Maine’s most popular beaches earlier this week and local authorities felt compelled to issue a warning....
I'm worried my teens are growing up too fast, so I booked a family vacation to Maine. The trip helped slow down time.
Driving the narrow street into Northport, Maine, I worried I had made a big mistake. My family has visited before, always loving the cottages and the quaint village feel. But something about this family trip felt different, specifically the ages...

Number of Canadian tourists visiting New Hampshire down 30% this year, officials say
On Wednesday, Gov. Kelly Ayotte said New Hampshire has “open arms” for visitors from Canada. The data suggests that gesture hasn’t been enough to persuade them to cross the border. New Hampshire business officials say tourism from Canada is down...

York eyes new beach rules: Ban on beer pong; expanded surf zone
York Beach residents will vote in November on proposed amendments to the town's beach ordinance. The amendments would ban games resembling drinking games, further regulate tent sizes and expand the designated surfing area. The proposed changes aim...

Spend Your Last Days of Summer on a Private Island in Maine
One of the best things about summer is time spent with relatives and friends. BBQs, neighborhood parties, and family vacations are the experiences that create lifelong memories. However, now that the season is winding down, many of us may be...

This Log Cabin Airbnb in Maine Is Peak Fall Vibes
When the weather turns crisp and the leaves change colors, you want a getaway that feels like fall. This 100-year-old lakefront Airbnb in Maine delivers peak autumnal vibes with its log cabin exterior, wooden decor, and private location on a lake...

Maine Hotels Sweating After Barely Escaping Ban Of Common Bathroom Amenity
Last year, Maine saw a record-breaking year with over $9 billion spent by at least 8.5 million visitors overnight. The Maine beaches also saw a massive surge with 2.8 million visitors. In truth, the location boasts some of the most charming small...

10-foot great white shark spotted lurking near Maine beaches, officials issue warning
A great white shark measuring an estimated 10 to 12 feet was spotted swimming near several of Maine’s most popular beaches, prompting a public safety alert from Scarborough Police. On Tuesday, August 12, the Scarborough Police Department confirmed...

Maine’s finest athlete visits Deer Valley, updates on East Village expansion
Donny Pelletier visited Deer Valley and talked to resort officials about the new East Village expansion. Photo: Screenshot from @deervalleyresort (Instagram) PARK CITY, Utah — Deer Valley Resort welcomed Maine’s finest athlete and skiing...

Fisherman’s drone captures rare 10-foot shark near Maine beach
A fisherman’s drone has captured the rare moment a 10-foot shark is spotted in the sea at a Maine beach. Fisherman David Lancaster captured the footage from his watercraft at around 10am on Monday (11 August). Scarborough Police Department shared...