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Happy 104th Birthday to Virginia “Ginny” Oliver! This Queen has been fishing the waters off the coast of Maine for over 90 years and still does every season! Ginny, the oldest known person to be lobstering and her son will start hauling traps in June!

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Ellsworth's Free Summertime Movie Series Announced The City of Ellsworth will be showing FREE Family-Friendly movies on select Thursday nights July 18-August 22nd at dusk at Knowlton Park. Here's what is being shown!

Good night moon ♥️

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2024 Ellsworth Waterfront Concert Series Circle Friday nights on your calendar this July and August because the 2024 Ellsworth Waterfront Concert Series has been announced!

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❗ Watch for Moose❗

This is a reminder that we are going into the late spring season when moose become very active, especially at dusk. They come out into open areas like roadways to try to minimize black fly bites and get some fresh grasses. Be very alert on the country roads and highway, especially around dusk.

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THE DAY IS HERE! See you at 11! 🥳🥳
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Another new waterfront property added for your perfect Maine vacation! Check out our website and create your own unforgettable memories.

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"Eclipsing for Visitors to Maine"

No one has asked, mainly because they typically ask for directions to the freshest doughnuts, our badge number, or inform us that they "didn't do it." The latter commentary usually accompanies an index finger pointing to another person in their party or group. It's funny; I mean, it was funny in the early 80s.

We gathered a group of great minds and developed some tips for those driving through Maine for the eclipse. They are in no particular order, of course. If you find something suitable for you and your fellow travelers, throw it on your to-do list. If there's nothing helpful, ask for our badge numbers.

1. Carry snacks and water—if you've not been here before, we don't have convenience stores on every corner. Sometimes, we don't even have a corner. There are just lots of straight roads with holes placed strategically. Frankly, the roads are not all that straight, but I was upfront about the holes. Check your tire pressures. There are very few air pumps at the gas stations you won't find. That leads us to number two.

2. It is a good idea to ensure you have enough gasoline to make it from our border at New Hampshire—just one liquor store from the border of Massachusetts —all the way to Canada. If you see a gas station, swing in and top off. If there's a line, consider breaking into your extra gasoline supply. While jerry cans are an option, most of today's automobiles only have room for up to three of the five-gallon containers in the backseat. That might necessitate leaving one or two kids at home. Bring only the children who seem interested. More importantly, bring only the ones who are well-behaved. That will mean better mileage anyway.No, we do not have daycare at the Bangor Police Department. We have a stuffed Duck, but we will get to that.

For those bringing an electric car, reconsider. Last summer, I had to offer snacks and water to a family driving a Tesla and hauling a camper out Rt 9 toward Canada. Suddenly, when the car was slowing to a stop, they were stuck with the realization that it was a bad idea. Adding a camper to an electric vehicle's workload was deemed JPS (Just Plain Silly) by everyone driving past their stationary location. Most of the passersby pointed at them. The folks lived, but not because there was any handy electricity. I think they had some folding scissors and ketchup packets for survival reasons; bring those, too. You might have a better plan, but remember I mentioned it here. I'm retired, but my badge number was 702.

3. Do not stop in the middle of the road to watch the eclipse. If you have not reached the optimum viewing areas, and are stuck in the "Path of Probably," pull to the side of the travel lane. Use caution. Oh, you should have brought some boots. Not only will they be handy if you have to run into the woods to p*e, but most ditches in Maine have been prefilled with snow, slush, and water—specifically for this event. Extra socks are a great idea. You can use them to line the tree stumps and fallen spruce trees to keep your buttocks warmer if doody calls. Shake off the ticks once you have completed your business.

4. Bring a coat, maybe two. We use coats for the same reason you do. While we expect summer-like blue skies and warm temperatures, it will get dark for a few minutes. You'll need to stay cozy while scraping the almost instantaneous layers of frost from the lenses of your eclipse shades. That's information you aren't going to get from the clerk at the 7-Eleven; we don't have any of those anyway.

5. If you have some time, either on the way to or from your PVA (Planned Viewing Area), swing by the Bangor Police Department and have your photo taken with Marginally World Famous Bangor Police Department Duck of Justice. Google it if you've never heard of his worldwide fame. If you wear your eclipse glasses for your photograph, please send them to me at [email protected]. I promise to ensure you are featured on our Marginally World Famous page. Please provide me with some information in the email so we can recognize you and your friends and family.

6. Be cautious, plan, and be kind. Avoid staring at the phenomenon without ISO 12312-2 protective eyewear. Don't wear them while driving, those things are dark. Don't park in the travel lane. Plan for fuel stops, whether you are propelled by gasoline or electricity. Have a jacket, and bring snacks. Oh, and extra socks for reasons previously given.

Enjoy the eclipse.

Keep your hands to yourself, leave other people's things alone, and be kind to one another.

LT(RET) Tim Cotton
BPD

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Happy 204th Birthday, Maine!🎉

You can't really have a bad day in Maine!!

Happy holidays to you and yours and a fantastic 2024! We wish you health, wealth and hope all of your goals/deams come true! ❤️

Good morning Maine
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The calm after the storm. Goodnight Maine ❤️

It’s a winter wonderland at Acadia ❄️

Have you ever walked the carriage roads in the snow? Winter in Acadia can be quite a majestic experience. But - with that amazement comes cold temperatures and slippery conditions. Always remember to bundle up when recreating outside in the winter🧣

Or just get cozy and sit in front of a warm fire with some hot cocoa in your at home clothes - that works too 🥶

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Good morning Big Chicken Barn friends and family!!! Your Friendly Neighborhood Author here letting you all know that starting tomorrow, December 1st, the ENTIRE store will be on sale (at least 20%!) For the whole month! This includes everything from the antiques/collectibles to the books and magazines! NOTHING is excluded!!! 🤯 Can't wait to see you all here! 🥰

We have many new gorgeous oceanfront properties coming soon! Keep checking in for your perfect vacation rental! Winter rates and winter rentals available NOW

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Fall beauty in any weather. Love your life, come to visit Maine! ❤️
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Fall in Maine with cool winds, blue skies and colored leaves. We have winter rates and heated cabins. Check us out!
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