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
Visit 200-Million-Year-Old Dinosaur Footprints in Massachusetts
Dinosaur Footprints in Holyoke, Massachusetts, has over 100 fossilized footprints left there 200 million years ago from four different types of dinosaurs.
Why Are These Classic Maine Town Line Signs Going Extinct?
For as long as I can remember living in Maine for 50 years, we have had unique road signs at town lines within the state, but they're slowly going away.
New Hampshire’s Story Land Announces Opening Date
Story Land has set their opening date for 2024 which will celebrate their 70th anniversary with a new attraction.
8 Items That You Cannot Bring Into the Maine State House
Weapons of any kind are not allowed on State property in Augusta, but these 8 things are specifically prohibited from the State House.
How Portland, Maine’s Canco Road Got Its Odd Name
A road in Portland, Maine, has an unusual name that makes sense when you know its history.
You Won’t Believe What the Cheapest Apartment in Portland, Maine is Going For
You know the old saying "It's a nice place to visit, but you wouldn't want to live there?" I think it's more like you can't afford to live there.
These Are the Top 25 High Schools in Maine – Did Yours Make the List?
US News & World Report has released their annual list of the best schools in Maine, and the top schools all have something in common.
Why Don’t I See More Drivers Backing Into Parking Spaces in Maine?
According to AAA, there's some good reasoning behind backing into a space when you park your car.
Agnes Gray Elementary School in West Paris, Maine Closes and Deemed Unsafe
This announcement hits me right in the feels.
Is This Cheap Pass to Live Nation Concerts a Good Deal for Mainers?
Live Nation is offering their "Lawnie Pass" for $235, which guarantees general admission lawn access to 25 venues. But is it worth it if you live in Maine?
Anonymous Mainers Put Signs With a Message Up at Locations of Lewiston Tragedy
There's anonymous post in the Lewiston Rocks Facebook group by someone who is taking steps to continue to honor and remember the victims of the Lewiston mass shootings.
Veteran-Owned Brewery in Portland, Maine, Is Closing Its Doors for Good
This is one of those unfortunate endings where you can't blame them for trying. Stars & Stripes Brewing Company in Portland will be closing its doors permanently.
Westbrook, Maine Farm Holding ‘Kiss a Goat or Kiss My A–” Valentine’s Event
Which would you choose for your Valentine photo? Kissing a goat or a donkey?
Walgreens on Main Street in Lewiston, Maine, to Close Permanently
We've learned that the Walgreens on Main Street in Lewiston near Central Maine Medical Center will close on February 27.
Wells, Maine, Police Department’s Take on Taylor and Travis
"To have the most successful female artist of all time watching a sport you love is probably one of the coolest things that’s happened to football in a long time."
Maine is Home to What Once Was the Tallest Structure in the World
Maine held the world record for the world’s tallest architectural structure, but it didn't last long.