Jeff was born in Maine and has lived here all his life. He began his radio career in Bangor, Maine, in 1991 and bounced around to a handful of stations before landing in Portland to be a part of the launch of Q97.9 in 1996 where he spent 26 years, the majority of it partnered on the morning show with Lori Voornas, until the two moved to 94.9 HOM in 2023. Jeff enjoys writing about nostalgia and history in Maine.
Jeff Parsons
New Chicago-Style Hot Dog Joint Opening Soon in Windham, Maine
Exciting news for Windham locals: Cormier's Hot Dog House is gearing up to satisfy your cravings with mouthwatering Chicago dogs!
How Miriam the Beaver From the Maine Wildlife Park Got Her Name
Dive into the heartwarming narrative of Merriam the Beaver, a popular figure at Maine Wildlife Park, who underwent successful surgery at Gray Animal Center.
This Portland, Maine, McDonald’s Shockingly No Longer Has a Self-Serve Soda Station
McDonald's on Forest Avenue in Portland recently underwent modernization at the end of 2023 and radically changed its look inside and out.
‘Jeopardy!’ Answer Features This Famous Maine Bigfoot Museum
It's fun to see Maine be part of a clue on Jeopardy!, but contestants don't seem to be all that familiar most times with our state.
Pothole Season is Here in Maine and This One is a ‘Big Hole’
The sign has two meanings and many people who drive by it can't help but laugh.
What Stores Are Open on Easter Sunday in Maine?
Easter Sunday is one of the three holidays in Maine when it's actually a crime for certain retailers to be open, but why?
Remember Not Worrying About Ticks in New England When You Were a Kid? What happened?
I don't know about you, but I remember growing up in Maine never once worrying about ticks. What happened?
See the Second Largest Piece of the Moon on Earth at Maine’s Portland Jetport
Discover meteorites from the Moon and Mars at Portland Jetport's new exhibit "Fly Me To the Moon and Mars" opening March 26.
Spring Arrives in Maine and We Could Get Two Rounds of Snow This Week
There are a couple of storms headed our way and there's a lot of uncertainty with both of them, according to the National Weather Service.
Macy’s at the Maine Mall Will Remain Open and May Get Upgrades
The announcement that 150 stores would close over the next three years has made Mainers wonder if the Macy's at the Maine Mall would be one of the stores to be cut.
A Watery Grave Lies at The Bottom of the Piscatqua River Between Maine and New Hampshire
For over 80 years, there's been a train at the bottom of the Piscataqua River between Maine and New Hampshire.
News Center Maine Reporter is Crowned Miss Maine USA 2024
Miss Maine USA 2024 was crowned recently and the winner might be a familiar face to you.
Auburn, Maine, Police Are Reminding Drivers to Turn Their Headlights on
The reason people are forgetting to turn on their headlights makes perfect sense.
Jay Leno Coming to The Music Hall in Portsmouth, New Hampshire
Former Tonight Show host, Jay Leno, brings his humor back to The Music Hall in Portsmouth on May 10. Get your tickets now!
Did You Know That Maine Has Two Meat Eating Plants in the Wild?
When you think of carnivorous plants, the Venus Fly Trap comes to mind for most people. But did you know that two plants found in Maine prey on insects?
5 Amazing Restaurants in the Oxford Hills That Are as Good as Any in Portland, Maine
The towns of Norway, South Paris, Oxford, and Harrison all have favorites of mine that are as good if not better than any you'll find in Portland, and the parking is free.