![Never Hiked a NH 4,000 Footer? You Should Hike This One First](http://townsquare.media/site/701/files/2024/06/attachment-Untitled-design-2024-06-24T132430.050.jpg?w=980&q=75)
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![Never Hiked a NH 4,000 Footer? You Should Hike This One First](http://townsquare.media/site/701/files/2024/06/attachment-Untitled-design-2024-06-24T132430.050.jpg?w=980&q=75)
![Kittery, Maine, Gem Offers Wine Flights and Epic Cheese Boards](http://townsquare.media/site/701/files/2024/04/attachment-Untitled-design-2024-04-29T053921.664.jpg?w=980&q=75)
![Freeport, Maine's First K-9, Cassie, Sadly Passes Away](http://townsquare.media/site/701/files/2024/05/attachment-Untitled-design-10.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Freeport, Maine's First K-9, Cassie, Sadly Passes Away
Cassie crossed over the rainbow bridge at the age of 13.
![The New Hampshire Lottery is the Oldest Lottery in the Country](http://townsquare.media/site/696/files/2024/03/attachment-lottery.jpeg?w=980&q=75)
The New Hampshire Lottery is the Oldest Lottery in the Country
I had no idea that the New Hampshire Lottery was the oldest legal lottery in the United States.
![Known Retailer to Open First Maine Store in Portland's Old Port](http://townsquare.media/site/698/files/2024/02/attachment-121-Middle-St.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Known Retailer to Open First Maine Store in Portland's Old Port
A famed national retailer known for its selection of bohemian stylings is set to open its first Maine location in Portland's Old Port.
![Here's How Many Snowstorms Major Places in Maine Get Each Winter](http://townsquare.media/site/698/files/2022/11/attachment-RS23916_GettyImages-516600966-scr.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Here's How Many Snowstorms Major Places in Maine Get Each Winter
As winter closes in, here's when and how often you can expect snow and snowstorms in key cities and towns across Maine.
![Is It Illegal to Marry Your First Cousin in Maine?](http://townsquare.media/site/698/files/2022/07/attachment-RS28330_ThinkstockPhotos-636585896-scr.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Is It Illegal to Marry Your First Cousin in Maine?
Love can be difficult to find, and complicated too. Check out the laws in Maine (and New England) on whether it's legal or illegal to marry your first cousin.
![Maine's First Cat Cafe Set to Open in Westbrook](http://townsquare.media/site/698/files/2023/05/attachment-GettyImages-486497989.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Maine's First Cat Cafe Set to Open in Westbrook
Maine's first lounge where people and cats can hang together is coming soon to Westbrook, Maine.
![Popular Restaurant The Friendly Toast Opens First Maine Location in Portland](http://townsquare.media/site/698/files/2022/04/attachment-Untitled-design-44.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Popular Restaurant The Friendly Toast Opens First Maine Location in Portland
One of the most popular brunch restaurants in New England, The Friendly Toast, has opened their first Maine location in Portland.
![Maine’s Wild Blueberry Weekend Was Such a Smashing Success It’s Coming Back](http://townsquare.media/site/696/files/2021/07/attachment-Kids-in-Wild-Blueberry-Fields-copy.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Maine’s Wild Blueberry Weekend Was Such a Smashing Success It’s Coming Back
Scoot over Maple Sunday, there's a new Maine obsession in town.
![Bill Burr to Headline First-Ever Comedy Show At Fenway Park](http://townsquare.media/site/698/files/2022/04/attachment-Bill-Burr.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Bill Burr to Headline First-Ever Comedy Show At Fenway Park
New England native Bill Burr will headline the first comedy show ever at Fenway Park this August.
![35 Pictures of the First Day of School in Maine 2021](http://townsquare.media/site/696/files/2021/09/attachment-First-Day-of-School.jpg?w=980&q=75)
35 Pictures of the First Day of School in Maine 2021
The first day of school is a mixed pot of emotions - but you always need that picture!
![America’s First Serial Killer Was Born in New Hampshire](http://townsquare.media/site/696/files/2021/07/attachment-RS18829_GettyImages-912711630.jpeg?w=980&q=75)
America’s First Serial Killer Was Born in New Hampshire
There's a first for everything. Although The Granite State probably isn't so proud of this one.
![Aquaboggan Offering Free Admission To Everyday Heroes On Select Weekends This Summer](http://townsquare.media/site/698/files/2021/05/Aquaboggan-Saco.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Aquaboggan Offering Free Admission To Everyday Heroes On Select Weekends This Summer
Aquaboggan in Saco will say "thank you' to teachers, healthcare workers and first responders with free admission on select weekends this summer
![Maine Ghost Kitchen Perfect For Couples Who Can’t Decide What to Eat](http://townsquare.media/site/696/files/2021/03/Image-11-e1616173281990.jpeg?w=980&q=75)
Maine Ghost Kitchen Perfect For Couples Who Can’t Decide What to Eat
Karen's Kitchens is a one-stop-shop for dinner that everyone can agree on!
![Cape Elizabeth Native Gets First Oscar Nomination for Work on ‘Mank’](http://townsquare.media/site/696/files/2021/03/Erik-Messerschmidt-Netflix.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Cape Elizabeth Native Gets First Oscar Nomination for Work on ‘Mank’
Erik Messerschmidt from Cape Elizabeth got his very first Oscar nomination this week in the cinematography category for the critcally acclaimed 'Mank.'