History

Dogs might be called man's best friend, but a new study finds our four-legged companions may enjoy a lady's company better, at least that's how the story goes. Researchers from Washington State University say several factors throughout history played a role in connecting humans with dogs...

Have you ever noticed those stone structures in some towns that are stunning remnants of long ago?  No, they are not New England’s version of stone hedge and they were not built for religious purposes. They are cattle pounds. I drive by a couple of these structures on at least a weekly basis, which led me to wonder just why were they built...

The year 1968 was a memorable one. We had the TET Offense, student protests all around the world and the assignations of both Martin Luther King Jr and Robert Kennedy. But 1968 was also the year the Man in Black recorded a live concert at Folsom Prison...

For most of us we look forward to 2021 with hopeful eyes. The scars emotionally, physically, and financially from 2020 are hard to ignore. A bright chance for the future is all many have to hold onto. If you want to consider another perspective, the 2021 Nostradamus predictions are morbid, scary and overwhelming, especially considering the year we have just had...

It's fair to say we all have some traditions around Christmas. It could a special family tradition, or maybe even a regional or national tradition. But like with most things....I often wonder why? And where did those traditions come from?  Let's find out and thanks to Readers Digest for doing much of the leg work...

We don't usually get wild in our house on a weeknight, especially a Wednesday night. It's the middle of the week, and usually, by the time we've hit mid-week, I'm just chugging along to reach the finish line—nothing more, nothing less. This Wednesday was different, though, because sometimes you just need to let loose and know that there is always an exception to the rule...

It's a special story indeed, and one that lives on til this very day. Now when I say have you heard of the flying Santa? I bet you’re thinking well duh Santa flies with his sleigh. But I’m talking about THE flying Santa. According to folklore, my wife, and Wikipedia, we have to go back to 1929 where a pilot named William Wincapaw was flying in the Penobscot Bay area...

Maine is home to several quaint towns. From small fishing communities to unorganized townships and everything in between,Maine is the epitome of small town life if that’s what you’re looking for. Take the small coastal town of Friendship...

Saddleback Mountain, nestled in the heart of Rangeley, Maine, has always been one of the State's most favorite spots for skiing.

With Veterans Day just around the corner, it's important to remember the men and women who have served. Originally called Armistice Day, commemorating the end of World War I, Veterans Day is in place to honors all of those who have served the country in war or peace and although it's largely intended to thank living veterans for their sacrifices, it is a time for us all to honor all those who have

Damariscove is an island just about five miles offshore from Boothbay Harbor. It was once a bustling fishing community but is now a ghost town. This island was inhabited by European fishermen as early as 1605. The Plymouth colony benefited from their rich cod resources when in 1622 they sent a boat up for food as the colony was starving...

Daylight Savings Time ends on the first Sunday of November – this year it’s November 1st.  Clocks are moved back “falling back” one hour to local Standard Time.  This transition from Daylight Savings Time to Standard Time effectively moves one hour of daylight from the evening to the morning...

According to an article from News Center Maine, Howe and Howe Technologies, located in Waterboro, has made history with their newest invention: A FIREFIGHTING ROBOT! Howe and Howe Technologies isn't new to inventing and creating...

As we get closer to Halloween, I thought it might be timely to Talk about a monster used by my uncle to strike fear and trembling in his nieces and nephews. Perhaps you haven’t heard of this “monster“ so in the spirit of the holiday I thought I would share...

It's so hard saying good bye to an old friend. So for me, this won't be that bad, but, for all you TaB lovers out there, this is a sad day indeed. Coca-Cola, the maker of TaB, said in a press release they are putting TaB to rest forever. "TaB broke new ground in 1963 when it was introduced as The Coca-Cola Company’s first-ever “diet” soft drink...

Looking for a gift for that hard to buy for person?  You may want to make a trip to the Maine State Prison Showroom. For those who don't know, as the name implies, it is a showroom of products created by the Maine DOC inmates.  Offerings include everything from carved ships, to wooden toys, to clocks, and more...