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
WATCH: Cumberland, Maine’s Julia Gagnon Stuns American Idol Judges, Gets Platinum Ticket
Cumberland, Maine's Julia Gagnon was the last person to audition for season 22 of American Idol, and she stunned the judges with the power of her voice.
A Watery Grave Lies at the Bottom of the Piscataqua River Between Maine and New Hampshire
For over 80 years, there's been a train at the bottom of the Piscataqua River between Maine and New Hampshire.
See the Second-Largest Piece of the Moon on Earth at Maine’s Portland Jetport
Discover meteorites from the Moon and Mars at Portland Jetport's new exhibit, "Fly Me To the Moon and Mars", opening March 26.
‘Jeopardy!’ Answer Features This Famous Maine Bigfoot Museum
It's fun to see Maine be part of a clue on Jeopardy!, but contestants don't seem to be all that familiar most times with our state.
What Stores Are Open on Easter Sunday in Maine?
Easter Sunday is one of the three holidays in Maine when it's actually a crime for certain retailers to be open, but why?
Remember Not Worrying About Ticks in New England When You Were a Kid? What Happened?
I don't know about you, but I never once worried about ticks while growing up in Maine. What happened?
Spring Arrives in Maine, and We Could Get Significant Snowfall On Saturday
There are a couple of storms headed our way, and there's a lot of uncertainty with both of them, according to the National Weather Service.
Did You Know That Maine Has Two Meat-Eating Plants in the Wild?
When you think of carnivorous plants, the Venus flytrap comes to mind for most people. But did you know that two plants found in Maine prey on insects?
Jay Leno Coming to The Music Hall in Portsmouth, New Hampshire
Former Tonight Show host Jay Leno brings his humor back to The Music Hall in Portsmouth on May 10. Get your tickets now.
News Center Maine Reporter is Crowned Miss Maine USA 2024
Miss Maine USA 2024 was crowned recently, and the winner might be a familiar face to you.
2 Things Maine Law Requires You to Do When a Driver Honks to Pass You
I still stumble across little-known rules of the road in Maine that I don’t remember learning back in driver’s education, like this one.
Meet These Celebrities Coming to Maine Comic and Toy Con in Portland
The Maine Comic and Toy Con is all about pop culture, and features celebrity guests who will be signing autographs and taking pictures.
What Maine Creature is Digging These Holes in My Lawn?
With the snow gone, I noticed that something was hiding beneath it.
Maine, New Hampshire Salvation Army Stores Will Not Accept These 22 Items
The Salvation Army has a long list of items they will accept for donation, but these 22 aren't on it.
New England State Wins the Award for Drinking the Most Booze in the Country
The data also shows how much each state drinks per capita, and it's not shocking to find that a New England State wins.
This Maine Town Has the Highest Monthly Bills in the State
This Maine town pays an average of $2547 per month on bills, the most out of any city or town in the state.