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
10 Maine Towns Out-of-Staters Can’t Pronounce Correctly
Here's a list of 10 towns in Maine that you may have corrected someone on when they totally botched their pronunciation.
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.
Maine Sets Records for Warmest Meteorological Winter, but What is Meteorological Winter?
Astronomical spring? Meteorological winter? What's the difference? It's all in how the seasons are measured.
Maine Could Fine Flagpole of Freedom Company $250,000 for Building Without a Permit
The Flagpole of Freedom Park was a big project that was cancelled in early February. Now, the State of Maine is proposing to fine the company $250,000.
Survey Finds Maine Takes the Lead in New England States Contemplating Secession
Here's a look at what the responses from people in each of the New England states were when asked their thoughts about seceding from the United States.
Good Bye Chickadee, Hello Pine Tree – New Maine License Plates Revealed
The Maine Secretary of State's office has unveiled the new Maine license plate that will start showing up on vehicles in May of 2025.
3 New England States Rank as Best for Winter Sports Enthusiasts
Of the six New England states, only three ranked in the top 10 as best for winter sports enthusiasts.
There Are About 400 Radio Shack Stores Left, and 3 Are in Maine
Of the 400 locally-owned stores in the United States, we have three authorized Radio Shack dealers that I could find here in Maine, and it wasn't easy.
Bangor, Maine, Veteran Receives Life-Changing Gift of a New Home
Daniel Farrow of Bangor is a United States Marine Corps Veteran who got the surprise of a lifetime when he was handed the keys to a new home.
Why Don’t I See More Drivers Backing Into Parking Spaces in Maine?
According to AAA, there's some good reasoning behind backing into a space when you park your car.