With sunny days in July and August, numbers are up at Acadia National Park, the Portland International Jetport and on the Maine Turnpike, but declines continue for Canadian border crossings and cruise ship visits.
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Summer in Maine is green. So are these 4 works of art.
The color has many connotations, from growing things to climate change.
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Appeals court upholds Bar Harbor’s limit on cruise ship passengers
While the 1st U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals backed most of the District Court’s ruling last year, it directed the lower court to determine whether Bar Harbor’s ordinance goes further than necessary.
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Get off the Main(e)land and explore 22 of Maine’s islands
The state boasts thousands of islands, each one offering a slightly different vibe, from quiet camping getaways to bustling harbor towns.
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13 historic Maine movie houses where you can catch a show
A silent film festival on Saturday highlights the restoration of the Augusta Colonial Theater, but there are vintage venues to explore from Ogunquit to Bar Harbor.
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Fishermen rescued after boat catches fire off Maine’s Down East coast
The incident occurred near Mount Desert Rock, a small island south of Bar Harbor and east of Isle Au Haut.
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Take advantage of these 6 Maine hidden gems in your smartphone photography
Everyone knows that Maine is well known for a number of spectacular places like Old Orchard Beach, Ogunquit, Bar Harbor, Acadia National Park, Baxter State Park, Aroostook County and many more. But Maine has many other somewhat lesser-known spots that are amazing in their own right. Last month, BoomerTECH Adventures guide Chris Toy wrote about […]
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Maine scientists researching whether eye test could lead to early detection of Alzheimer’s
The Jackson Laboratory, Northern Light Health and University of Maine are collaborating on the research.
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Indie-pop band Lucius to play new album at Portland and Bar Harbor shows
Local superfan Marian Starkey will be there.
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Wabanaki leaders offer perspective on America’s 250th at Bar Harbor festival
The history of Indigenous communities in the region dates back long before the nation’s founding, as highlighted by an art exhibit at the Abbe Museum.