Amanda McDonald

Born and raised in the greater Bangor area. I've always been involved in outdoor activities, there is no place I'd rather be than the beautiful Maine woods! I'm a huge history buff, easily fascinated with antiques and abandoned buildings. This is a reason I spend my Saturday nights with the East Coast Ghost Trackers! Everyone who knows me knows my cats (Sheep and Butter) are my fur children. I'm a talker who loves to meet new, interesting people.

Battle of the Bunyans: Who Has the Best Paul Bunyan Statue?

Bangor claims to be the birthplace of the lumber industry as well as a well-known mythical lumberman. But Bangor is not the only place you can find a Paul Bunyan Statue, there are at least 5 others! But is Bangor's Paul the best?

Nighttime ‘Cruising’ in Downtown Bangor Could Cost You Big Bucks

Have you ever driven around downtown Bangor three or more times looking for a darn place to park? If so, you are breaking the law .. if you do it after 7 p.m.

Best Public Beaches Near Bangor

Searching for a spot to cool off? You don't necessarily need to drive to the coast for a beach day.

Watch Your Step! These Haunted Maine Hikes Make for Spooky Adventures

With its eerie silence and unknown critters hiding among the greenery, the Maine woods is a scary place sometimes. Go on these spooky hikes if you dare!

Here Are 8 Haunted Maine Lighthouses You Never Knew Were Haunted [MAP]

Hear the mournful wails of a woman in white, the silhouette of a figure in front of a flashing light and more at these eerie lighthouses on the coast of Maine.

5 Places You’re Most Likely to See Moose in Maine

One of the questions tourists ask Mainers most is 'Where can I see a moose?" Here are five areas of Maine where your chances of spotting a moose is best.

The Bangor Bucket List: 25 Things All Bangorians Need To Do At Least Once [LIST]

Even if you live in Bangor your entire life, you can't call yourself a Bangorian unless you check off everything on this list. You may think you are as Bangor as it gets, but are you?

Bangor’s Top 5 Haunted Places

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

5 Ways to Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day the Maine Way

On St. Patrick's Day people nationwide will be celebrating in the usual ways, drinking green beer, wearing green, and parading shamrocks around. But here's 5 ways to celebrate the uniquely Maine way!

Bangor’s Backside: Can You Identify These Places in Bangor From Behind?

It's not very hard to identify Bangor's buildings from the front, most have signs telling you what they are. But what if there were no signs and you were only shown the back of something to identify it. Could you? Some are easy, some are harder. Give it a try!