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Last Day of Winter 2012-2013: Playing With the Pups in the Park

Renee Nelson — Wed, 20 Mar 2013 21:09:12 +0000

Last day of winter was a snowy one. What else does one do on a snowy day? Yep, let the dogs “talk” you into going to the Augusta Dog Park. Shadow and I picked up our friend Ripley and off we went. We all had a good time running around chasing each other. Thanks Ripley and Shadow for playing with me! I need my exercise.

Wacky Weather Causing Problems Over Much of U.S.

Renee Nelson — Fri, 22 Feb 2013 09:17:38 +0000

This all may be ShadowDog's idea of a good time, but not for most of us. A winter storm spanning 20 states dumped more than a foot of snow in some places yesterday. In fact about 60 million people, about 20% of the U.S. population, were under winter weather warnings.

Blizzard 2013 – Snowfall Totals From Augusta and the Region

Mike Higgins — Sat, 09 Feb 2013 20:27:13 +0000

As the blizzard begins to move out, all that’s left is the cleanup. The question is, how much is there to clean up? Here are the latest snowfall totals from around the state from the National Weather Service. Augusta 23 inches Randolph 19 inches Lewiston 25.5 inches Turner 24 inches Gorham 35.5 inches Portland 31.9 [...]

'Nemo' Causes Some Weird Drifts at Renee's House

Renee Nelson — Sat, 09 Feb 2013 10:50:21 +0000

Blizzard Nemo or not…the dog needed to out. So, we did. Here are a few shots from my driveway and the front of my house in Augusta. The house faces north so we get some ‘interesting’ designs from the snow when the wind blows. Sorry, no ShadowDog in the snow pictures, it’s too darn cold, [...]

Stay Off The Roads – Maine Turnpike Officials Asking Drivers to 'Avoid All Unnecessary Travel'

Mike Higgins — Fri, 08 Feb 2013 21:14:06 +0000

Maximum speed limits have been lowered to 45 miles-per-hour at the request of Maine State Police Troop G. “The Maine Turnpike Authority has a 65-year history of providing unparalleled performance in keeping the Pike clear of snow and ice,” said Public Relations Manager Dan Morin. “It’s important to keep in mind, however, that despite our [...]

Ummm, Why Is This Blizzard Named 'Nemo'?

Mike Higgins — Fri, 08 Feb 2013 18:10:50 +0000

As we wait for the latest storm of the century to bear down on Maine, I am left to contemplate the fact that this huge storm is named after A DISNEY FISH? Seriously, people at the Weather Channel have gone a bit too far with this one, naming winter storms as if they were hurricanes. [...]

Good Luck Flying This Weekend – Travel Information from the Portland Jetport

Mike Higgins — Fri, 08 Feb 2013 17:20:53 +0000

The blizzard approaching Maine will be causing havoc on travel plans all weekend as airports up and down the East Coast are closing because of heavy snow. The Portland Jetport has live real-time flight information on its website. Hundreds of flights out of Boston’s Logan Airport have been cancelled. Real-time information for Logan Airport is [...]

The Latest Storm Forecast From the National Weather Service

Mike Higgins — Fri, 08 Feb 2013 14:54:11 +0000

The snow has started, and we’re going to get hit hard! Here is the latest forecast from the National Weather Service. There is a major winter storm heading toward the region with blizzard conditions likely on the coastal plain tonight into Saturday. Low pressure will develop off the mid-Atlantic coast today. This low will then [...]

Pee Wee Herman- It's Snowing! [Video]

Renee Nelson — Fri, 08 Feb 2013 12:30:08 +0000

You may have heard we have a little winter weather on the way. Ok, we have a blizzard on the way for New England. Enjoy and be safe in the snow. Here are a few little things to remember as you enjoy the storm. I have to tell you, the windshield wipers are not “snow [...]

Remove Snow From Your Roof: 'For Safety Sake'

Andy Capwell — Mon, 21 Jan 2013 14:08:21 +0000

We are in the heart of winter in central Maine. This week is bringing the coldest temperatures of the year with a couple chances for more snow. Winter weather brings a wide array of issues to deal with. Icy roads and sidewalks, shoveling our driveways, winterizing your car and high fuels costs. One less conspicuous dangers of winter is snow building up the roof of your home.