Rob Riccitelli

3 weeks ago | 949whom.com | Rob Riccitelli |Logan Sherwood

Ah, New England… where life used to be a lot less regulated. If you grew up here, you know the drill—there were a ton of things you could do back in the day that you’d probably get side-eyed (or outright arrested) for today. So, let’s take a trip down memory lane with 10 things you used to be able to do in New England that are now forbidden – or at least frowned upon. 1.

1 month ago | wjbq.com | Rob Riccitelli

If you’ve tried parking in downtown Portland, Maine, lately, you know it’s a nightmare. On-street parking is a headache, and garage prices have skyrocketed. Just five years ago, some of the city’s busiest parking garages charged $2.50 per hour, capping their 24-hour rates at $30–$40. Now? Those same garages have nearly doubled their hourly rates, with 24-hour fees hitting $50. Monthly parking? Some garages are pushing past $200.

1 month ago | seacoastcurrent.com | Rob Riccitelli |Chris Sedenka

Women’s History Month, celebrated every March, is a time to recognize and honor the countless contributions women have made throughout history. It's also a chance to reflect on how far we’ve come and acknowledge the work still needed to achieve full gender equality. It’s hard to ignore the fact that women are still facing challenges when it comes to pay equity and representation in top executive roles.

2 months ago | 949whom.com | Rob Riccitelli

Maine's first in-person sports betting establishment, Oddfellahs Sportsbook and Bar, has hit a major setback and it seems to have come out of nowhere. Just four months after opening in the Old Port. The bar that's located at the former Big Easy music club on Middle St. announced Friday, via their Facebook page, that it was halting its sports betting operations. The reason? The Gambling Control Unit revoked its sports wagering license.

2 months ago | wjbq.com | Rob Riccitelli

Let’s paint a familiar picture: You roll into the theater for a 7pm movie. You've got your popcorn, your drink, and you’re ready for some cinematic magic. Except, joke’s on you—it’s 7:20, your popcorn is half gone, and you’ve just sat through ads for cars, candy, and whatever. Finally, the previews start. By the time the movie rolls, you're wondering if you should’ve just stayed home. Enter Connecticut State Senator Martin Looney (yes, his last name is Looney, you can’t make this up).