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
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.
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.
A 100-Year-Old Relic of the Past is Hidden Behind Trader Joe’s in Portland, Maine
There's a relic of the past right behind Trader Joe's on Marginal Way, if you know where to look.
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’s Seeds of Peace Featured on ‘The Daily Show’ With Jon Stewart
On the February 26 show, Maine's Seeds of Peace International Camp was featured when discussing how to have a safe and free Israel and Palestine.
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.
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.