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Do You Have One Of These In Your Cupboard?  Sarah Wants It!
Do You Have One Of These In Your Cupboard? Sarah Wants It!
Do You Have One Of These In Your Cupboard? Sarah Wants It!
When I was a little girl, I had a tupperware cup.  It was, maybe 4oz, brown and I referred to it as my 'chocolate cup'.  It was my favorite cup to drink out of.  I had it for years...well, it felt like years but it was probably more like 4 years.  But, tragedy struck and my poor poor chocolate cup was melted on the stove.
Augusta’s Culture Reborn Through Restoration Of Colonial Theatre
Augusta’s Culture Reborn Through Restoration Of Colonial Theatre
Augusta’s Culture Reborn Through Restoration Of Colonial Theatre
As folks around Central Maine make their way to work daily, they pass a historical site cherished by many in the neighborhood. The Colonial Theatre sits on Water Street in Augusta... and has sat there since 1913. Generations have come and gone while this structure has stayed for over 100 years ...
Maine’s World War II Mystery
Maine’s World War II Mystery
Maine’s World War II Mystery
This is the story of a World War II mystery in Northern Maine. On September 22, 1942, a seven man crew died when their B-25 died when their plane crashed shortly after taking off from Presque Isle.
What’s In The Name Of Your Small Town In Maine?
What’s In The Name Of Your Small Town In Maine?
What’s In The Name Of Your Small Town In Maine?
Do you ever wonder why certain cities and towns are called what they're called? We get our names from our parents... but who were the parents of the towns we live in today? According to MaineAnEncyclopedia.com, Waterville became a city in 1888, but was nicknamed "Elm City" due to the amount of old trees...
'The greatest' in Maine
'The greatest' in Maine
'The greatest' in Maine
Muhammad Ali died at age 74 from respiratory issues. In 1964, Ali, then Cassius Clay, upset Sonny Liston to win the World Heavy Championship, and the rematch was on for Lewiston, Maine.
You Won’t Recognize Old Orchard Beach from 1900
You Won’t Recognize Old Orchard Beach from 1900
You Won’t Recognize Old Orchard Beach from 1900
As we get ready for Memorial Day Weekend in Maine and the start of the Summer season, we thought it would be cool to look back at OOB. Waaaaayyy back to around 1900. If you know the town, you might be able to tell it's our beloved Old Orchard Beach, but it sure looks different...

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