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!

Have You Seen This Plane Crash on Bald Mountain in Dedham? [PHOTOS]

A memorial plaque near a debris pile asks that no one take anything from that site, and to be respectful.

Weird Maine Folklore and Legends

From flannel-wearing goatmen to the creature who controls the wild weather atop Mount Katahdin the pine tree state has some really strange stories and here are 10 of them.

Bangor, Maine: From A to Z [LIST]

Bangor is our home, so we try to know as much as we can about it. From the American Folk Festival to Zip Kellogg, here are the ABC's of Bangor.

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.

12 of the Largest Things in the World You Can Find in Maine

Things are supposedly bigger in Texas, but Maine has some of the largest things in the world. The largest blueberry, coffee pot, and even the worlds tallest bridge observatory can be found here.

Here Are 15 Things Only People From Bangor Will Understand

If your police department's mascot is a duck, you know you're from Bangor. Here are 15 other reasons you know you're from Bangor.