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
2 Important Reasons New Englanders Shouldn’t Leave Their Wipers Up Before a Snowstorm
You can look in a parking lot before a snowstorm and see dozens of cars with their wipers up as if they were giving a salute. But is that a good idea?
Vandals Caught on Camera Smashing Window at Family Dollar in Waterboro, Maine
You would think that criminals who plan to break into retail stores or do property damage would realize that in the 21st century, there are cameras everywhere.
Here’s When the Magical Ice Castles Open in New Hampshire for 2024
It won't be long before New Hampshire's popular Ice Castles opens for the season.
These 8 Businesses in Maine That Were Founded Over 100 Years Ago
These eight Maine businesses opened up over 100 years ago and are still in business today.
2024 Milestone: Maine’s Largest Wild Blueberry Company Turns 150 Years
Did you know that Maine produces 99% of all the blueberries in the country, making it the single largest producer of blueberries in the United States?
Witness the Astonishing Size Difference Between Baby Lobster and Adult in This Eye-Opening Video
As delicious as they are, you probably never really put much thought into lobster and just how much it grows over its lifetime which can reach over 100 years.
WATCH: Auburn Maine’s New Year’s Eve Drone Show Dazzled Spectators
The City of Auburn, Maine, had a New Year's Eve event unlike any other, and it was amazing.
Nonesuch River Brewing Company Opens New Location in Poland, Maine
Nonesuch River Brewing Company is building on their success with the purchase of another successful restaurant.
Lee Nelson and Cindy Williams Appear in New Maine State Lottery Commercial
I was watching something on TV and could have sworn I saw a quick glimpse of Lee and Cindy in a Maine State Lottery commercial.
See Purple Paint in the Woods in Maine? You Need to Leave Right Away
You may have seen this mark on trees in the woods and wondered what it is. It's important that you know.
Raise a Glass: Maine and New Hampshire Breweries Land Spots in US Top 30
Maine breweries landed in the top 30 three times, and New Hampshire once. Take a look and see if your favorite craft brewery is among the best in the country.
Here’s What Six Former Bonanza Steakhouses in Maine Look Like Now
What's in these buildings today? Take a look at six former Bonanza Steakhouses and see what they look like now.
Whatever Happened to Bob of Bob’s Discount Furniture in New England?
Bob was no longer being seen in his commercials. He suddenly was replaced by a puppet version of himself called "Little Bob." What happened?
5 Ways New Hampshire Does Things Differently Than Maine Does
We may be neighbors, but there are a lot of differences in the way Maine and New Hampshire do things in their respective states.
6 National Restaurant Chains That Opened in Maine and Quickly Failed
There have been several national chains that have tried to get a foothold in Maine, but were unable to stay in business.
Maine and New Hampshire Launching System to Alleviate Traffic at the Piscataqua River Bridge
If you've ever been caught in traffic on the Maine Turnpike crossing over the Piscataqua River Bridge between Maine and New Hampshire, this is good news.