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If you're picking the best states to work remotely, you'd probably want somewhere quiet, near schools and stores, with little traffic. That sounds a lot like Maine, right? Well come to find out, we're one of the worst.

Do you agree with this harsh statement?

For those eyeing a change of scenery to stretch their retirement dollars, Maine’s affordability might not be as dreamy as we’d hope. In fact, it's among the worst.

Would you have guessed this?

Teaching is one of those careers that should come with a huge “thank you” card every day, considering how essential teachers are in shaping the future of our kids. Sadly, many educators are underpaid and overworked, especially here in Maine, which WalletHub just named the worst state for teachers in 2024.

A new study shows that a large portion of the working population in Maine is overworked, exhausted, and depressed.

Based on six key criteria points, a small town of barely 1,000 residents was named the "worst" in Maine for 2022.

WalletHub did some serious number-crunching, comparing all 50 states and D.C. across 32 different metrics of quality and safety.

Do you agree?

Did we miss any?

You wouldn't think so, with the amount of coffee Mainers drink.

When I think of ideal states to work from home in, I think of factors like minimal noise, close to schools and stores, and not a lot of traffic. So how is Maine not among the top states to work from home?

We prefer "passionate".

Based on four key factors, Wall St 24.7 has named one small city in Maine as the worst place to live in the entire state.

The traffic pattern in this town has experienced minimal change over my lifetime.

For more than a decade now, one particular parking lot in Portland has been overcrowded, leading to frustration and irritation.