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Here's the Biggest Fish You Can Catch In Maine
Did you know the largest freshwater fish in Maine is protected? So what's the largest fish you're allowed to catch? Maine's Biggest Fish are Found in the Largest Waterways Cindy Campbell, Townsquare Media Cindy Campbell, Townsquare Media I fish...

Discover Unforgettable Flavors at the Maine Poutine Fest!
Another great Maine food festival is coming! One of the great things about summertime in Maine, is the incredible amount of festivals we have each year. From Moxie, to lobster, to whoopie pies, to clams, to red snapper hot dogs, there is pretty...

Liam McNeely, Sean Stewart, and GF Lizzy Gruber react as Cooper Flagg's twin Ace Flagg trains ahead of Maine debut
Cooper Flagg's twin brother, Ace Flagg, is training hard for his college debut with the Maine Black Bears. On Monday, the 6-foot-8 power forward shared an intense highlight reel on his Instagram page showcasing his grind. The video, in...

The Food Truck Voted ‘Bangor, Maine’s Best’ Opens This Week!
Hey Bangor, it's food truck season once again!! I have a true obsession with food trucks. My dream is to have my own reality tv show, where I travel the country and sample all kinds of food and give my opinions. Since that probably won't happen,...

I'm Glad John Carpenter's Cult Classic Stephen King Movie No Longer Seems To Be Getting A Remake
I have real affection for John Carpenter's take on Christine, so I'm somewhat relieved the planned remake of the Stephen King novel appears to have stalled. Despite being the best John Carpenter movie, The Thing was a critical and commercial dud...

Katherine’s and Valley View win at Maine Whoopie Pie Festival
DOVER-FOXCROFT — The Center Theatre and the Piscataquis Chamber of Commerce announced that over 10,000 people attended the 2025 Maine Whoopie Pie Festival at the Piscataquis Valley Fairgrounds. The event, already the largest single-day event in...

New federal data show Maine’s foster care population grew at the fastest rate in the nation
Maine’s child welfare system includes DHHS, the attorney general’s office, which represents the department in court, the attorneys who represent parents and the judges who preside over child protection cases. Within DHHS, the Office of Child and...

Stephen King's Needful Things Got A Movie, But Now It Needs a Series
Summary Needful Things explores greed and manipulation in a small town, making it ideal for a modern adaptation. The story's profound themes of division and violence resonate with current societal issues, making it particularly relevant for a...

New Balance to host NBA draft watch party at Cooper Flagg’s Maine high school
Cooper Flagg launched his meteoric high school career in the gym at Nokomis Regional High School. And now Nokomis students will get to watch from that same gym as he gets drafted into the NBA. Flagg will officially find out his NBA home at next...

Livin’ the American Dream? Here’s What That Technically Costs in Maine
We’ve all used the line, or at least heard it: “Oh, you know… just livin’ the dream.” But according to new data from GoBankingRates, that dream comes with a price tag that might actually wake you up in a cold sweat. Their latest breakdown shows...
This Island off the Coast of Maine Has One of America's Most Beloved National Parks—How to Visit
Greta Rybus Taking the plunge on Sand Beach, in Maine’s Acadia National Park.We arrived on Mount Desert Island just before Labor Day weekend, after which our sons, Louis and Gabriel, would be returning to school. The summer up until then had been...

Naperville Sports Weekly Award Show 2025 Male Athlete of the Year
The boys delivered across the board with five outstanding nominees for the Naperville Sports Weekly Season 18 Male Athlete of the Year Award! This award is sponsored by Fair Oaks Ford. Jacob Bell – Naperville North football Our first nominee for...

The best Stephen King movies, ranked (including 'Life of Chuck')
Love movies? Live for TV? USA TODAY's Watch Party newsletter has all the best recommendations, delivered right to your inbox. Sign up now and be one of the cool kids. Almost as long as that legendary master of horror Stephen King has been keeping...

Naperville Sports Weekly Awards Show 2025 Newcomer of the Year
Whether they were freshmen or playing on the varsity level for the first time, our Naperville Sports Weekly Awards Show Newcomer of the Year nominees made their mark this season. Find out more about these fresh faces. This award is presented by...

FOIA request sent to University Of Maine at Augusta regarding Chinese National students on June 16, 2025
FOIA Request to University Of Maine at Augusta regarding Chinese National students on June 16, 2025. A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to the University Of Maine at Augusta by River Valley Today, a media organization...

FOIA request sent to Maine Maritime Academy regarding Chinese National students on June 16, 2025
Jerald S. “Jerry” Paul President | Maine Maritime AcademyJerald S. “Jerry” Paul President | Maine Maritime Academy FOIA Request to Maine Maritime Academy regarding Chinese National students on June 16, 2025. A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA)...

FOIA request sent to University of Southern Maine regarding Chinese National students on June 16, 2025
Jacqueline Edmondson Ph.D. President | University of Southern MaineJacqueline Edmondson Ph.D. President | University of Southern Maine FOIA Request to University of Southern Maine regarding Chinese National students on June 16, 2025. A Freedom of...

FOIA request sent to University of Maine at Machias regarding Chinese National students on June 16, 2025
Dr. Joan Ferrini-Mundy President | University Of Maine At MachiasDr. Joan Ferrini-Mundy President | University Of Maine At Machias FOIA Request to University of Maine at Machias regarding Chinese National students on June 16, 2025. The Down East...

FOIA request sent to University of Maine at Fort Kent regarding Chinese National students on June 16, 2025
Dr. Deborah Hedeen President | University of Maine at Fort KentDr. Deborah Hedeen President | University of Maine at Fort Kent FOIA Request to University of Maine at Fort Kent regarding Chinese National students on June 16, 2025. A Freedom of...

FOIA request sent to University of Maine regarding Chinese National students on June 16, 2025
Dr. Joan Ferrini-Mundy President | University of MaineDr. Joan Ferrini-Mundy President | University of Maine FOIA Request to University of Maine regarding Chinese National students on June 16, 2025. The University of Maine has received a Freedom...