Maine History

The American doughnut was revolutionized in Maine back in 1847, and it was all thanks to a 15-year-old kid.

Maine's impact in the American Civil War was immeasurable.

At one point, nearly 95% of the country's toothpicks came from Maine. So, what happened?

Maine sure was different 70+ years ago. Here is a look at Maine's 20 most populous towns in 1950 and how they have grown...or shrunk.

At one point, nearly 95% of the country's toothpicks came from Maine. So what happened?

The Guides' tenure was short and legendary down in Old Orchard Beach, Maine.

It was so long ago that it actually happened in Massachusetts.

Some of these Maine communities aren't even designated as towns anymore.

While Portland and Bangor's airports get all the attention, many others are flying people in and out of the state daily. Here's a look at the 10 busiest.

The little-known incident is still one of Maine's worst losses of life.

This thing looks like it's easier to fall off than to stay on.

South Portland's Spring Point Light hasn't always been so accessible.

We need your help to solve this mysterious Maine clock mystery.

The little talked about incident is one of Maine's worst losses of life.

The towns are spread statewide. It's a much different reality from today.

The Mount Dessert Island fire was just one of hundreds that year in the state, primarily due to a horrendous drought.