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Maine’s Oldest Town Is Well Over 300 Years Old
Maine’s Oldest Town Is Well Over 300 Years Old
Maine’s Oldest Town Is Well Over 300 Years Old
The history of the oldest town in Maine begins long before Maine separated from Massachusetts and became its own state in 1820. In fact, the history of Maine's oldest town begins well before Massachusetts became the sixth state in 1788. So what is the oldest town in Maine, and old is it?
How Bad Was Maine’s Worst Wildfire Disaster?
How Bad Was Maine’s Worst Wildfire Disaster?
How Bad Was Maine’s Worst Wildfire Disaster?
When it comes to wildfires, California is the first state that comes to mind for many people. That's because California, which is known for its dry conditions, consistently leads the country in the number of fires and acres burned. Here in Maine, the environment is more humid, and the risk of wildfires isn't as great as California's, but Maine still sees hundreds of them each year.
How Many Deadly Tornadoes Have There Been in Maine?
How Many Deadly Tornadoes Have There Been in Maine?
How Many Deadly Tornadoes Have There Been in Maine?
The state of Maine is not known for tornadoes, but we do see a few each year. And even though tornadoes in Maine are generally less severe than ones in other parts of the U.S., especially the area known as Tornado Alley, they can still be dangerous.

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