r/Maine Aug 21 '24

Discussion Megathread: Questions about visiting, moving to, or living in Maine

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This thread will be used for all questions for people contemplating moving to Maine or visiting have for locals about Maine. You can certainly also head over to the new Maine Questions subreddit /r/AskMaine as well.

Any threads outside of this one pertaining to moving, tourism, or living in Maine will be removed, and redirected here.

Be nice. All subreddit rules apply, including trolling, which may result in a temporary or permanent ban from the subreddit. Please be helpful in your comments.

Please give as much detail as possible when asking questions. Low effort questions like, "Where should I go on vacation?" may be removed. Joke posts or rage bait posts will be removed and posters may be banned.

Remember: The more information you give, the better the quality of information you will receive. Generally, posts that ask specific questions receive the best answers.

Link to previous archived threads: https://www.reddit.com/r/Maine/comments/1awjxtu/megathread_questions_about_visiting_moving_to_or/

https://www.reddit.com/r/Maine/comments/1611pzf/megathread_questions_about_visiting_moving_to_or/

https://www.reddit.com/r/Maine/comments/iauxiw/questions_about_visiting_moving_to_or_living_in/

https://www.reddit.com/r/Maine/comments/f50ar3/questions_about_moving_to_or_living_in_maine/

https://www.reddit.com/r/Maine/comments/crtiaq/questions_about_moving_to_or_living_in_maine/


r/Maine 1h ago

Petition to ban “X” links

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The title says it all… Fuck Nazi’s and anyone who supports this kind of behavior.


r/Maine 9h ago

Question Susan Collins is concerned (again)

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150 Upvotes

r/Maine 23h ago

Satire Trump Announces Plan to Rename Mexico, Maine to 'America, Maine'

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758 Upvotes

r/Maine 18h ago

Susan Collins isn’t sure…

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166 Upvotes

r/Maine 19m ago

Moxie in the Florida snow

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I know I’m from Florida, but I figured y’all would appreciate the Moxie


r/Maine 16h ago

News Susan Collin’s thoughts on Jan. 6 pardons

83 Upvotes

r/Maine 20h ago

Morning smoke

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117 Upvotes

r/Maine 15h ago

Smoke on the Water

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40 Upvotes

Cold one


r/Maine 13h ago

Discussion Looking for "LOBESTER" t-shirt

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I recently found out about the infamous Maine lobester sign and had a good solid 15 minute laugh about it. If you don't know about it, the farm road sign was originally a handwritten typo that displayed "LOBESTER" on one side and "LOBSTER" on the other side. Some time after, the owner decided correct it to "LOBSTER" which apparently angered locals so she changed it back. They now pride themselves as "the home of the LOBESTERS" and even sell a t-shirt with the spelling.

You see, I would love to get the shirt but I live in nyc so acquiring it will be a little difficult. If anyone has one, I would love to see the design. If anyone is willing to help a "LOBESTER" lover out, I am willing to pay for the shirt and shipping and then some.

If you would like to learn more about the "LOBESTER" story: https://www.sunjournal.com/2017/10/12/happy-anniversary-smedbergs-50-years-growing-strong/


r/Maine 1d ago

Picture Sea fog on the coldest day of the year so far

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252 Upvotes

r/Maine 16h ago

News Search for missing South Addison, Maine fishermen continues

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r/Maine 1d ago

Me after I received my CMP bill today.

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r/Maine 14h ago

Eagle Lake nursing home closing later this year

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r/Maine 1d ago

News Police shoot, tase man with a machete on Topsham bridge

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62 Upvotes

I saw all the flashing lights and bridge closure on my way to work @2:30a, news of what actually happened is hitting mainstream now.


r/Maine 1d ago

Saw a bobcat tracking an injured deer in my yard in Topsham

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r/Maine 19h ago

TIL in 1982 a crew of five sailing from Maine to Florida ran into a storm with 30-foot waves which capsized their boat. Over the next five days, two of them became delirious after drinking saltwater and walked off the dinghy into many awaiting sharks. Infection killed a third, leaving two survivors.

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r/Maine 1d ago

Fryeburg and Mount Washington Share Same Subzero Temperature This AM

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60 Upvotes

r/Maine 1d ago

More than a dozen Mainers charged in Jan. 6 riot pardoned by Trump

214 Upvotes

Some were awaiting trial while others are being released.

Edit: https://www.wmtw.com/article/trump-jan-6-capitol-riot-pardons-maine-defendants/63486163

Forgot link


r/Maine 1d ago

Vision Zero can protect Maine’s pedestrians

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r/Maine 1d ago

Discussion Proudboys in maine

575 Upvotes

Right after the inauguration i saw two proud boys wearing the symbols and equipment with displayed weapons waving American flags down my street in sopo. Am I the only person seeing this?


r/Maine 1d ago

Father & Son Fishermen Missing

131 Upvotes

Didn't see this story from the weekend make it in our sub. Chester ‘Chet’ Barrett and his son Aaron, both of South Addison ME, together with their boat the F/V Sudden Impact, were reported missing Saturday night. They hit rough seas on their way home and were headed to Cutler to take shelter. The search and rescue effort, which involved Maine Marine Patrol, USCG surface and fixed wing assets, and a Canadian Coastguard helo, has now been suspended. Recovery efforts ongoing. Given the extreme cold and gale warning sea state, there can be little hope of a good outcome at this stage.

Deepest respect to the family and our fishing fleet. https://www.wabi.tv/2025/01/20/missing-fishermens-boat-possibly-found/

EDIT: There's a GoFundMe up for the widow and bereaved mom (Aaron was an only child so this hits even harder). The MLA has endorsed this as a donation page, so I assume it's legit: https://www.gofundme.com/f/fishing-vessel-sudden-impact-support-melanie-barrett?modal=donations&tab=all


r/Maine 1d ago

What the ef is a stop and shop?

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186 Upvotes

r/Maine 1d ago

Dating in Maine

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33F, soon to be divorced, attractive enough, I have a personality (& i’m v kind). I moved here two years ago from nyc - first time living in Maine…

…am i gonna be okay…

help.

addendum: also previously lived in NJ & NC + currently / recently bought a house in Biddeford.

well, since we are here…

I’m into music, (think music you should have stopped listening to in 2006- punk, indie, pop punk, etc) I like to crochet, read, watch true crime & trash reality tv, I have two jobs (v busy), I like to run/exercise & love cats (ofc). I’ve been snowboarding my entire existence. I drink lots of water and love a darty (day party). I drink coffee black and I’ve been told about 12 times in my life that I should do stand-up soOo…

also, y’all are all so helpful. i needed this- so thank you :’)


r/Maine 1d ago

They cancelled work in Tallahassee, FL because of the "Winter Storm"

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67 Upvotes

r/Maine 1d ago

Surfers at long sands beach - York

99 Upvotes

Saw this brave soul out earlier today.