Rob Riccitelli

Whether you find this to be offensive or funny, this Maine vanity plate appears to be an open invitation to get pulled over or at least followed by a police cruiser.

Northern New England proves to be beer country with these two states leading the US with the most breweries per capita.

If you’re an aspiring restaurateur looking to dive into Maine’s food market, according to a new study, this cuisine is the least competitive market in the state.

Scams have been around forever, but they’ve exploded in recent years, with scammers getting savvier at targeting people through new, innovative methods. Here is another one circulating Maine that you should be aware of.

Us Mainers have a lot of time to kill on the road and podcasts have been becoming the soundtrack of many of our lives, but these are the ones we were listening to the most this year.

Pet adoptions and fosterings have really taken off in Maine, with more and more people opting to give animals a second chance at a happy life. Whether you're into dogs, cats, rabbits, or even hamsters, shelters in Southern Maine have animals looking for both forever homes and temporary foster families.

Candlepin bowling is a big New England thing. It’s all about the narrow pins, smaller balls, and feeling like a bowling pro. Luckily, Maine has kept the tradition alive with some great spots that bring back that retro vibe.

A new national study analyzed Google search data for popular holiday-related terms and has Maine towards the bottom of the list of states with the most Christmas spirit.

The debate over surcharges on credit and debit card purchases has been simmering for years. Whether they should be allowed really depends on who you ask. Maine's law is clear, but is it fair?

To say 2024 was an eventful year of ups and downs would be an understatement. I've always found interesting to see what was most important to the state of Maine each year. Let's dive in.

Recent data was pulled to see what people across the country are searching for when it comes to holiday treats. While some states got inventive with their preference, Maine? Well, we kept it simple.

23 years ago, WCYY hosted one of the biggest and most memorable Holiday Bizarre concerts with Nickelback, Saliva, Default, Jeremiah Freed and Bad Ronald.

Spotify Wrapped season is here. It’s that magical time when we collectively get roasted by our own playlists— I thought it would be fun to zoom out and peek into what all of Maine had on repeat this year. Check out the lists for the top songs and albums.

You may have found yourself among the lucky few who get to see an amphitheater-level band in a small club before they break out and become huge mainstream stars. Well, about 200 people got to do just that 20 years ago when WCYY welcomed My Chemical Romance to be part of our annual Holiday Bizarre.

Love grilled cheese? Of course, you do. Unless you're vegan, lactose-intolerant, or just plain weird, it’s the PB&J of savory snacks—classic, comforting, and hard to mess up. But this martini bar in Portland, Maine, is taking this simple sandwich to the next level.

What’s the big draw? If you live here or have just visited, Portland has it all: breathtaking coastlines, vibrant cultural offerings, a killer food scene, craft breweries everywhere, and easy access to outdoor adventures like hiking and skiing.