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
The Oldest House in Maine is Still Standing After More Than 300 Years
The McIntire Garrison House was built in 1704, and is amazingly still standing in great condition 319 years later.
These Are the Most Popular Cocktails in Each New England State
There are hundreds of cocktails to choose from, but here's what each New England state chose as their favorite cocktail.
These 25 Intersections in Maine Had the Most Crashes in 2023
Stay safe on the road: Here are some of the most dangerous intersections in Maine to watch out for.
Ready for ‘The Voice’? Maine Police Officer Sings Stunning Version of ‘Ave Maria’
It has become an annual tradition to have Portland Police Officer Jeremy Turner sing a Christmas song.
Conway Scenic Railroad Sustains Track Damage From Storm, but is Still Open
The Conway Scenic Railroad has its troubles with damage to the tracks, but they want everyone to know that they are still open.
Crazy Video Shows Massive Wave Strike Onlookers Near Maine Lighthouse
People want to get up close to have a look at the size of the waves during a storm. That is until those waves come up and slap you hard in the face.
$3,000 Reward Offered After Two Illegal Moose Killings in Maine
The Maine Warden Service is looking to find those involved in the illegal killing of moose in two different counties in Maine.
Actor and Comedian Tig Notaro Coming to the Waterville, Maine, Opera House
Comedian Tig Notaro is coming to the Waterville Opera House on Saturday, March 9, as part of her "Hello Again" tour.
NFL Stars Send Messages of Support to Lewiston and Auburn, Maine Football Teams
The Lewiston Blue Devils and the Edward Little Red Eddies got big words of encouragement from some big-name stars in the NFL.
5 Halloween Candies I Love but Most People in New England Hate
Every year, I see a list of candy that people just hope won't be given out to trick-or-treaters on Halloween night. Move over then, because I'll take them!
Legendary Film Composer John Williams Has Family Ties to Maine
I recently learned, after hearing this amazing composer's scores in so many films over the past 50 years, that he actually has family roots here in Maine.
‘Are You a Train?': Maine DOT Slams ‘Jabronis’ Illegal Railroad Bridge Photo Shoot
You've gotta love it when the Maine Department of Transportation calls out a couple of people spotted on a railroad bridge in Waterville, and uses the term "jabroni."
Watch as Young Deer Play in My Backyard Under the Watchful Eyes of Their Mothers
We see more than our fair share of deer in our backyard, however, we had never seen this many at once.
Shocking Photos and Videos Show Cars Submerged in Flood Waters in Auburn, Maine
It was bound to happen sooner or later with all the rain we've had in this poor excuse for a summer, but I don't think anyone expected flooding in Auburn like this.
Chance of Flooding in Maine on Friday So Make Sure This Doesn’t Happen to You
The National Weather Service in Gray has warned that parts of Maine could have flooding issues Friday into Friday night.
Crowd at The Price is Right Live in Portland, Maine is Shocked When Both Contestants Overbid in the Showcase
The Price is Right Live returned to the Cross Insurance Arena in Portland on September 29 for a sold out show that ended in a big loss that left the crowd in disbelief.