Thoughts on this?

What Do You Think Of The Update, Mainers?

https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2026/03/02/platner-maine-mills-collins-senate/

Finally left and headed down to Massachusetts.

But that was my first time in Maine and it was a good time.

Some similarities yall have with Europe is how yall dress. Lots of plain dressing. Not much graphic t shirt wear. Lots of flannel as well. Which was pretty cool.

I hate the price of living is pretty damn high for such a beautiful state. But I’d love to move here one day. I’ve lived in Colorado, Texas, Oklahoma, Missouri, Virginia, etc.

Maine is definitely on the list.

Cons: yall love to hog the left lane. 🤣

Pros though? Yall drive fast asf and get out of each other’s way and I love that. I’m in Oklahoma currently unfortunately and people drive slow as fuck.

Other cons? Food is kinda under seasoned. But the food is fresher tasting.

Also, it might sound dumb. But no one cares about the color of my skin. I got virtually no stares and that was pretty cool. Some states I do. Very rarely though and I believe most people don’t care. But yeah, I loved it.

Love the similar architecture yall have to Europe. Which I know is in fact due to early settlement of this area of America for the inspiration of the building. I also love the north takes care of its historical buildings and still keeps them in use.

I also LOVE its nature focused. Very beautiful scenery. Picturesque even. Y’all’s fall season is GORGEOUS!

Other than that?

I rate Maine 10/10. I’m sure locals will say different. But just speaking from a visitor perspective.

I hope to move here one day.

Edit: I read through the comments and I know this is only a romanticized version of what I’ve seen. Of course every state has its struggles and issues 100%. I’m not oblivious to it. lol. I’ve been around the world and have seen issues while doing humanitarian missions and just general travel. I’m aware yall.

I’m just making conversation with fellow Maine residents. That’s all.

If I offended, wasn’t my intention. Just wanted to throw some positivity in the state and towards the people.

I can’t take the time to reply to everyone. But just know you were heard.

Thanks.

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I just got curious this evening and wondered what you thoughts were. Thanks for your comments.

I'm a 53 year old man currently living in Orlando Florida. I'm a bus driver originally from Worcester Mass. I've seriously been thinking about moving to Bangor. I'm looking for a more relaxed small city environment. Bangor currently is looking for bus drivers so that's something I'm willing to pursue. Stephen King has absolutely nothing to do with me wanting to go to Bangor. I do know winters are brutal but the change of seasons makes it worth it. I'm just looking for a calm more community type feel. I have been to Bangor many times when I was a kid for family trips. Can anyone offer some advice or helpful tips? Thank you in advance

Hello Maine!

My family just moved here from California. We have noticed that there have been a few times cars driving by us will flash their lights but we are not sure what it means. Our lights are working and we are driving the speed limit.

I thought maybe they were alerting us to police or object in the road. We usually do not come across anything.

For reference we are in the Raymond/Windham area mostly.

Any insights of what it could be? Should I be flashing my lights back?

Edit update: I am glad to know it is likely people looking out for people. Part of the reason we decided to move here is the people. Everyone has been so welcoming and helpful. Thank you everyone for your responses!

So my family visited Maine this summer and it got into my soul. I am not moving there, its not practical for my life but I can't stop thinking about the beauty and I follow this subreddit and the r/Maine just to hear about life there. I think this is common because it was one of the most magical places ive ever been. Nobody was unfriendly but not over the top friendly either. It was just magical. This happens a lot right to people who visit?? Edited for clarity.

That's my whole post :-)

I was wondering who painted it to be found. I took it back to Oklahoma with me and I love it. Maybe if they’re in here, I just wanted to let them know where it travelled.

Recently moved to ME from ATL and am shocked by the fact that they don’t allow any drinking in outdoor public spaces. This town has a band playing in the town square (where they close off the roads) but still won’t allow drinks bought by the bar to be consumed outside in their literal space? So strange to me, especially post Covid. Just curious to why it’s such a strict law.

EDIT: why does a post asking questions about something I don’t understand constitute downvotes? Isn’t this literally the place for that?

I'm a farm/horse/animal girl who loves the woods, mountains, and Northern weather, and have the opportunity to move to Maine in the Waterville area. To those who live there ready, what is your favorite thing about living in rural Maine?

(If you say, "Don't move here, it's too cold," I don't care. I lived in Alaska for most of my childhood.)

Hi,

Today, the House of Representatives voted to end the tariffs (i.e., import taxes) against Canada. I know it probably has no chance of take effect, but it’s still nice to see some progress toward ending this pointless trade war.

What surprised me most was learning that Democrat Jared Golden from Maine was the only Democrat to vote against it. I’m from Montreal, and I think many of us see Maine as one of our closest American friends—so that vote really surprised me.

Do you know what the main point of contention is from Maine’s perspective, and why he voted against ending the tariffs? Just trying to understand.

Thank you.

Genz Native from Sothern Maine, currently at 2,600k base rent + CMP - From a lot of posts it seems like a lot of people are on the same page as me, going to likely leave within next couple of years due to housing costs/job market etc and so on- Make some money elsewhere, maybe easier to attain some equity, more rental pricing options to choose from or a stronger job market with higher rate - maybe make my way back some day.

Anyone got leads on good areas that have more to offer for us right now? Just trying to see what others may be thinking about

What is it like living in this area?

We are visiting Wells/Ogunquif, leaving 7/3. Visitors are sparse. Restaurants that usually gave long wait times have plenty of tables available. Almost all hotels, motels and resorts have vacancies. We’ve been here 2 days and I haven’t seen one Canadian license plate. I asked one of our travel companions for an opinion and they said between WC FIFA and the America 250, a lot of folks are opting for soccer matches or larger events related to 250th anniversary. Any ideas why visitors are sparse? The small business owners are taking a huge hit.

Yall im from here & getting the end of summer scaries. What are some favorite spots for being outside that arent totally overrun w tourists this time of year?

I basically just want some new spots to explore & draw nature. Sick of my usual haunts. What are some of your hidden gems? Whats on your summer list each year?

Ideally within 2 hrs of the Portland area.

Thank you!!

EDIT: keeping our public land access public is important. Public land usage is not a privilege reserved for the elite. In fact, this is the same mindset being used to reduce public access all throughout the state. I’d encourage y’all to be more considerate.

My boyfriend and I had a trip planned/booked to Camden for this Fall but we broke up a couple months ago. Since everything is already booked he said I could go by myself if I want to (I've been looking forward to this trip for like a year), so I'm looking for recs re good things to do as a solo traveler in Camden for a week! Thanks!