It’s common for cars to ‘camp’ in the left lane and, on the Maine Turnpike, the center lane.
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Maine postcards offer glimpse into history behind some of Vacationland’s most iconic spots
Postcards revolutionized casual conversation in the late 1800s. Decades later, as antique store bargain finds, they can give us a unique window into days gone by in Maine.
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Harpswell issues warning after great white sharks spotted near Bailey Island
Maine’s only fatal shark attack took place in the area in 2020, prompting the state to deploy sensors along the coast to track tagged white sharks.
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How being ‘Vacationland’ affects Maine’s population, traffic and income every summer
Nearly 8 million people visited Maine in summer 2024, bringing heaps of revenue to the state’s tourism sector but also traffic backups that often annoy locals.
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York County launches mobile alert system at 5 beaches
Beachgoers can now sign up for safety alerts at spots in Kennebunk, Wells, Ogunquit, York and Old Orchard Beach.
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17 places to celebrate the Fourth of July across Maine
Festivities include live music, food trucks, parades, kids’ activities and plenty of fireworks.
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Rising number of jellyfish sightings reported at southern Maine beaches
A 5-foot-wide lion’s mane jellyfish spotted on Willard Beach in South Portland last weekend prompted waterside safety warnings for beachgoers.
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Here are 5 entertaining events in Maine to fill your calendar this week
The South Berwick Strawberry Festival is on Saturday along with the New England Seaglass Craft Festival in Portland. Def Leppard takes the stage in Bangor on July 1.
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Did Ogunquit require police officers to wear gay pride patches? | Fact brief
The southern Maine town has a long history as an LGBTQ-friendly destination.
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Mainers rally by the thousands for ‘No Kings’ protests against Trump
Large crowds gathered in Portland, Augusta, Auburn and elsewhere as part of a nationwide day of protests. Demonstrations were peaceful, though 2 arrests were made in Portland as police tried to move protesters onto the sidewalk.