Jen Stanley

Last year, Oakland, Maine conjured up some pride and decided they would put into place a new tradition. Oak Fest is a celebration to bring the community of Oakland together with the spirit of the small town!
Friday, July 22nd will be the date of the parade followed by a street dance un…

I recently stumbled upon words that the English language desperately needs. I think a lot of people will know exactly what these countries mean - they simply have a word for it!

I'm going camping this weekend and wanted to look into some cool and creative ideas on how to maximize my fun and also make things easier with packing! These are some great tips and tricks for making your camping trip a little easier and convenient...

As folks around Central Maine make their way to work daily, they pass a historical site cherished by many in the neighborhood. The Colonial Theatre sits on Water Street in Augusta... and has sat there since 1913. Generations have come and gone while this structure has stayed for over 100 y…

While doing a little research on homemade dog treats that I could make for my boy, Jack, I came across some scary information that I'd like to pass on to every dog lover!
According to Veterinary Medicine News, the artificial sweetener: Xylitol is extremely toxic to dogs and is found in...

Last summer I had a nasty case of poison ivy that drove me to the brink of insanity. This summer I'd like to help myself and everyone else stay away from having any kind of similar experience.

I have a pit-bull yellow lab mix that couldn't be a more lovable pup. My friend Kate has a golden doodle. However, according to Mental Floss, the most popular dog breed in Maine is.... a lab? Do you agree?
The second most popular breed in Maine is the Golden Retriever...

With summer rolling on, local farmer's markets are popping up again all throughout Maine! Let's work to support these local farmers by giving back to our communities and eating fresher products.
Right here in Augusta, you can find the Augusta Farmer's Market at Turnpike Mall...

What's the difference between the Red Sox and the White Sox? The answer is Sam Dexter.
A lot of Central and Southern Mainers are going to be changing the team they cheer for after this recent MLB first-year player draft pick.
Sam Dexter, a recent graduate of the University of Southern Maine and a grad…