Jeff was born in Maine and has lived here all his life. He began his radio career in Bangor, Maine, in 1991 and bounced around to a handful of stations before landing in Portland to be a part of the launch of Q97.9 in 1996 where he spent 26 years, the majority of it partnered on the morning show with Lori Voornas, until the two moved to 94.9 HOM in 2023. Jeff enjoys writing about nostalgia and history in Maine.
Jeff Parsons
News Center Maine Reporter is Crowned Miss Maine USA 2024
Miss Maine USA 2024 was crowned recently, and the winner might be a familiar face to you.
Meet These Celebrities Coming to Maine Comic and Toy Con in Portland
The Maine Comic and Toy Con is all about pop culture, and features celebrity guests who will be signing autographs and taking pictures.
What Maine Creature is Digging These Holes in My Lawn?
With the snow gone, I noticed that something was hiding beneath it.
Maine, New Hampshire Salvation Army Stores Will Not Accept These 22 Items
The Salvation Army has a long list of items they will accept for donation, but these 22 aren't on it.
2 Things Maine Law Requires You to Do When a Driver Honks to Pass You
I still stumble across little-known rules of the road in Maine that I don’t remember learning back in driver’s education, like this one.
Angelo’s Pizzeria in Lisbon, Maine, Re-Opens Under New Management
There were balloons out front to celebrate the grand re-opening, and the parking lot looked busy. Lots of people were returning to their local pizza place after months of being without it.
A 100-Year-Old Relic of the Past is Hidden Behind Trader Joe’s in Portland, Maine
There's a relic of the past right behind Trader Joe's on Marginal Way, if you know where to look.
New England State Wins the Award for Drinking the Most Booze in the Country
The data also shows how much each state drinks per capita, and it's not shocking to find that a New England State wins.
Freeport Maine Village Station Retail Center to Be Auctioned Off
This three-and-a-half-acre shopping area is being put up for auction after its owners, Boston-based developers Berenson, had a breach of contract.
This Maine Town Has the Highest Monthly Bills in the State
This Maine town pays an average of $2547 per month on bills, the most out of any city or town in the state.
10 Maine Towns Out-of-Staters Can’t Pronounce Correctly
Here's a list of 10 towns in Maine that you may have corrected someone on when they totally botched their pronunciation.
The Oldest House in Maine is Still Standing After More Than 300 Years
The McIntire Garrison House was built in 1704, and is amazingly still standing in great condition 319 years later.
Maine Sets Records for Warmest Meteorological Winter, but What is Meteorological Winter?
Astronomical spring? Meteorological winter? What's the difference? It's all in how the seasons are measured.
How Many of the Original 50 Auburn Mall Stores Do You Remember?
Of the original 50 stores, only three remain as they were the day it opened. Here's the list of the original 50 stores at the Auburn Mall, and a bit of their history.
The Top 10 Leading Causes of Death in Maine Revealed
Here are the top 10 causes of death in Maine, how they affect you and what you can do to try to prevent them.
Furry Land Mobile Pet Groomer Franchise Opening Its First Location in Maine
There's a new mobile pet grooming service in Maine that will make it easy for your pet to get a wash and cut without having to load them up in your car.