Rob Riccitelli

Live Nation’s $30 Ticket to Summer – These Maine Shows Are Included
This year's deal includes several notable shows here in Maine. The $30 price tag covers all fees; the only additional cost is applicable taxes. While many of these tickets are likely for lawn or general admission areas, it's still a great opportunity for budget-conscious fans to get out and enjoy some live music.

Maine and NH Towns Rank High on a New List of Funny Town Names
In the lands of hiking trails, ski resorts, and lobster rolls now comes some accidental comedy. Both Maine and New Hampshire landed spots on the list of 75 Funny Town Names in the U.S., and the winners are towns that you have probably never heard of.

16 Huge Alternative Rock Bands That Have Never Played in Maine
Maine’s had its fair share of iconic alternative rock shows over the years. Pearl Jam, Foo Fighters , Red Hot Chili Peppers, Dave Matthews Band, and Smashing Pumpkins...just to name a few have all played in our state, however a surprising number of well-known legends… just haven’t.

Feds Strip $35M from Maine’s Rural Internet Plans
Much needed funding for internet access and upgrades for residents of Maine has been pulled due to what the Trump administration are calling unconstitutional racial preferences.

Vermont Leads the Nation in Mortgage Debt
Vermont might be small, but it’s making big waves when it comes to mortgage debt. A recent study found that the Green Mountain State recently added the most mortgage debt in the country.

Moose Season in New England: What to Do If You Meet One on a Hiking Trail
Ah, moose season in Maine. That magical time when the trees are lush, the air is crisp, and the next thing you know, you round a corner on your hike and come face-to-face with a 1,000-pound tank of fur and antlers. Here's what to do...and what not to do.

Maine Ranks #2 on Best States For a Luxury Vacation
You've been grinding for months, living off gas station coffee and adulting way too hard—and now you're finally ready for that dream vacation. But instead of defaulting to Florida or California (again), Wander says that maybe it's time to look a little further north.

Foo Fighters Played the State Theatre in Portland, Maine, 27 Years Ago
The Foo Fighters were blowing up at the time, to the point that the days of playing smaller venues would shortly be behind them, but not until they rocked Portland, Maine, at the State Theatre.

Grocery Chain That Started in Portland, Maine is Technically the Oldest in the U.S.
Piggly Wiggly for many years has been dubbed the OG of grocery chains, which isn't totally wrong—but also, not totally right. That honor technically belongs to a different grocery store, which turns 165 years old this month.

Popular Maine Destination Town Named One of the Best “Momcation” Spots in the U.S.
If mom’s been dreaming of some peace, quiet, and maybe a lobster roll or two, this is the perfect getaway for a Mother’s Day “momcation”—and really, it’s not hard to see why.

13 Years Ago: The State Theatre in Portland, Maine, was Flooded With Spring Concerts
I was going through my ticket stub collection recently – yep, big nerd alert – and noticed that the State Theatre was poppin’ with some big shows in the spring of 2012. People were done with winter, ready to get out of the house, and the State gave us plenty to do.

Granite State Secrets: New Hampshire Lands #3 in Cheating Study
Turns out New Hampshire’s not just about scenic hikes and maple syrup — it’s also one of the top states for sneaking around. Yup, the Granite State ranked #3 in the country for the most searches related to cheating apps.

Massachusetts Town Under Attack… by a Woodpecker
A rogue woodpecker is on a full-blown rampage against parked cars by going to town on windshields and side mirrors, damaging more than 25 vehicles.

Portland, Maine, Brewery to Host Free Home Buyer Happy Hour
Thinking about buying your first home but have no idea where to start? Good news — you’re not alone, and even better news — we’re here to help.

Watch: Relive the Entire Night Green Day Played in Portland, Maine, 20 Years Ago
Two decades have passed since Green Day brought their explosive American Idiot tour to Portland, Maine. Back in April 2005. When word got out that they were playing the Cumberland County Civic Center, Mainers went full meltdown mode—in the best way.

New Convenience Store in Downtown Portland, Maine, is Packed With Snacks You Didn’t Know Existed
The center of the Old Port finally has a convenience store again—and no, it’s not your typical corner shop with a standard rack of candy and dusty Advil from 2009. You’ll still find your Bud Light, Ibuprofen, and TP, but things get weird when you hit the snacks. Green Tea Kit Kats? Check. Cucumber and Sea Salt Pringles? Yep. Rice Krispie Treat Peeps? For some reason, yes.