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Second place is often thought of as the top-finishing loser. But that overlooks the quality, effort and consistency of these next-best things.

There's really not a surprise at the most common surnames in Maine and throughout the country.

Finding the perfect Christmas tree is an art form. It can't be too big (or too small) to fit precisely in the spot we have reserved for it in our living rooms.

This time of year brings more people than usual to the Bangor area creating some very hectic parking lots. Here are the 5 we think are the worst!

Rock groups are often closely associated with their frontman. But that doesn't mean others don't occasionally get their due.

Bangor's most famous (and creepiest) resident, Stephen King, doesn't open his West Broadway home to trick-or-treaters any more, but there still are lots of great places for candy hunters to fill their pillowcases in the Bangor area this Halloween.

Last night a gala was held in Augusta at the Augusta Civic Center to announce Maine's best employers and give them their "Best Places to Work in Maine" awards and recognition they deserve. Congratulations to all the winners this year!

If it were up to us, Dire Straits would be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame next April.

The Queen City has a long history with some dark times.