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Leah Ingram

Halloween on a Budget

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Who doesn't love the idea of doing Halloween on a budget or on the cheap? Considering that spending on Halloween overall increases each year, it's a good idea to think about ways you can cut your costs yet still enjoy Halloween this year. According to the National Retail Federation, this … [Read more...] about Halloween on a Budget

Posted by Leah Ingram on October 15, 2023 | Updated February 26, 2025 Filed Under: Holidays

Maine Fall Foliage Map

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According to the state government, right now the Maine fall foliage map is all green. I would suggest that the folks from Augusta take a trip down to York County where I live, then reconsider their answer. That's because if you've driven on the Maine Turnpike lately, you'll notice that many of … [Read more...] about Maine Fall Foliage Map

Posted by Leah Ingram on September 18, 2023 | Updated February 21, 2025 Filed Under: Everything Else · Outdoors

What is ReStore Thrift Store

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Have you shopped yet at the ReStore thrift store? If not, you're missing out. We were able to furnish nearly most of our Kennebunk house with furniture and decor we bought at ReStore. This includes a kitchen table with eight chairs for which we paid $80. In addition, we've secured … [Read more...] about What is ReStore Thrift Store

Posted by Leah Ingram on September 18, 2023 | Updated February 24, 2025 Filed Under: Everything Else · Shopping Bargains

Waterfalls in Southern Maine

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Recently, I decided to look up the definition of waterfalls and was surprised to learn how many are in Maine. That's because a waterfall is defined as any "falling water" that cascades at least five feet down. Well, with so many mills in Maine on rivers — and falls besides them — there are likely … [Read more...] about Waterfalls in Southern Maine

Posted by Leah Ingram on September 5, 2023 | Updated February 25, 2025 Filed Under: Museums & Attractions

Walking the Marginal Way in Ogunquit

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Note: While the Marginal was closed temporarily after the 2024 winter storms, we are happy to report that it has reopened! Hikers can once again enjoy the panoramic ocean views. I knew that walking the Marginal Way in Ogunquit was one of the best, free things to do in Southern Maine. However, it … [Read more...] about Walking the Marginal Way in Ogunquit

Posted by Leah Ingram on September 4, 2023 | Updated February 21, 2025 Filed Under: Museums & Attractions

Girl Scouts of Maine State Parks Program

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Usually, every September the Girl Scouts of Maine participate in a State Parks program. That is, troops get free admission to state parks. Turns out, this September is no different. Here are the details. Girl Scouts of Maine State Parks Program The Girl Scouts Love State Parks is actually a … [Read more...] about Girl Scouts of Maine State Parks Program

Posted by Leah Ingram on August 29, 2023 | Updated February 26, 2025 Filed Under: Museums & Attractions

Maine Covered Bridges

Parsonsfield Porter Maine covered bridge

Growing up, whenever I thought about covered bridges I thought about Maine. To me, those beautiful structures were synonymous with the state. Turns out I was half right. That is, covered bridges are super popular in New England — or at least they used to be. At one time, there were hundreds of … [Read more...] about Maine Covered Bridges

Posted by Leah Ingram on August 14, 2023 | Updated February 25, 2025 Filed Under: Museums & Attractions

Maine Christmas Tree Farms

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Growing up, I never had to visit any of the Maine Christmas tree farms to get the tree we would put up in my grandparent's home. That's because they lived in a rural corner or northwest York County and we could just walk into their woods to get our own tree. And cut down our own tree we did for many … [Read more...] about Maine Christmas Tree Farms

Posted by Leah Ingram on August 11, 2023 | Updated February 25, 2025 Filed Under: Holidays

Famous People from Maine

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I was surprised to learn about all of the famous people from Maine. I mean, of course we all know that Stephen King is from here. Heck, he sets many of his books in Vacationland. Also, I've heard there is a wicked cool Stephen King tour in Bangor. It's on my bucket list to go on and write about … [Read more...] about Famous People from Maine

Posted by Leah Ingram on August 6, 2023 | Updated February 24, 2025 Filed Under: Everything Else

Best Food Trucks in Southern Maine

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Posted by Leah Ingram on August 1, 2023 | Updated September 7, 2023 Filed Under: Everything Else

How to Make Summer Berries Last

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Wouldn't it be great if you could make summer berries last all year long. Well, I don't have a magic wand. However, I do have the inside scoop on the secrets to sorting, washing and storing techniques that will preserve their flavor and keep your summer berries fresh longer. Bringing home … [Read more...] about How to Make Summer Berries Last

Posted by Leah Ingram on July 30, 2023 | Updated February 26, 2025 Filed Under: Food & Drink

Shopping at Freeport Maine Outlets

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When looking for things to do in Freeport, Maine, many people want to shop at the Freeport outlets. They also want to go to the flagship L.L. Bean store and take a picture by the giant boot. But that's fodder for another article. To be honest, Freeport doesn't have as many outlet stores as … [Read more...] about Shopping at Freeport Maine Outlets

Posted by Leah Ingram on July 18, 2023 | Updated September 1, 2024 Filed Under: Everything Else

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