WJBQ-FM (Portland, ME)

WJBQ (FM 97.9; Q97.9) is a radio station located in Portland, Maine, USA, that features a CHR/Top 40 music format. The station broadcasts its signal from Gray, Maine.

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Here's the Free 2025 Summer Concerts Schedule at L.L. Bean in Freeport, Maine

3 days ago | wjbq.com | Sean McKenna

Once again, L.L. Bean is bringing its summer concert series to Freeport, Maine. A number of bands and singers will take the stage in celebration of summer and provide a fun evening of music that people can enjoy. The best part? It's free. The L.L. Bean flagship store's Facebook page shared on June 1 the rundown of who will be performing in Discovery Park for summer 2025. It all kicks off on July 5 and will take place every Saturday through the end of August.
This Sign at a Popular Sanford, Maine, Restaurant Shocked Me

4 days ago | wjbq.com | Lori Voornas

I had heard so much about Lord's Clam Box in Sanford, Maine, and went for the first time and was stunned to see this sign in their restaurant. I was excited to meet my friends at Lord's. I had never been, but I was in the mood for full belly clams. I had only heard good things about Lord's Clam Box, and they were right. But not one person mentioned the most unique part about Lord's.
Who Doesn’t Remember the Marden's Lady TV Ads in Maine?

4 days ago | wjbq.com | Stephen Lenz

Everyone from Maine knows and loves the “Marden’s Lady” and the legendary TV ads. 6 Years on TelevisionKarmo Sanders created “Birdie Googins” around 2007 and appeared on Marden’s commercials for six years until 2013. Maine Humor with an AccentGoogins had a wicked "Mainah" accent with a great sense of humor, and told it to you straight. ALSO READ: Who Else Misses Eating at Bonanza Steakhouse in Maine?
Boston’s Drew Aggouras Joins the American Gladiators Reboot on Prime Video

5 days ago | wjbq.com | Sean McKenna

Attention, Boston, Massachusetts, we have a local powerhouse that will be officially stepping into the arena on the rebooted American Gladiators! Meet, Drew Aggouras. He is a fitness and life coach from Boston and he’s bringing the signature Massachusetts grit to the big stage as one of the 16 new Gladiators in the highly anticipated series, according to Gladiators TV.
Do You Remember the "Alive at 5" Concert Series in Portland, Maine?

6 days ago | wjbq.com | Jeff Parsons |Chris Sedenka

If you lived or worked in Portland anytime between 2003 and 2014, chances are you either stumbled into—or purposefully planned your Thursday around—the Alive at Five concert series. Every summer, Downtown Portland's Monument Square would morph into an after-work block party with live music, cold beer, and a sea of button-down shirts and sensible heels dancing like nobody from accounting was watching.
Moe's Original BBQ Crushing it in New Scarborough, Maine, Location

6 days ago | wjbq.com | Lori Voornas

Moe's Original BBQ is great at Alabama-style foods, but the timing of construction was a little challenging. Dewey Hasbrouck is the owner of Moe's Original BBQ in South Portland and now in Scarborough, Maine. He had been in South Portland for 10 years and found a location on Payne Road that's perfect for what he wants to do. It's where the old Great East Butcher Co. used to be.
These 8 Maine Places Have The Best Whoopie Pies

6 days ago | wjbq.com | Arlen Jameson

Maine whoopie pies are a popular and iconic treat in Maine, known for their soft, chocolate cake-like cookies and creamy, often vanilla filling. They've been a Maine tradition since the 1920s and were officially designated Maine's state treat in 2011. Whoopie Pies are so popular that every year the town of Dover-Foxcroft, hosts the Maine Whoopie Pie Festival On Saturday, June 14th, they once again become the Whoopie Pie capital of the world, when this beloved yearly event returns for 2025.
Check Out These 3 Maine Food Places That Seth Rogen Has Visited

1 week ago | wjbq.com | Sean McKenna

If someone mentioned "Seth Rogen," you probably can hear his iconic laugh, or you remember when you watched some of his movies like "Neighbors," "Knocked Up," or "Pineapple Express."Maybe you've even watched his new TV show on HBO called "The Studio."But even celebrities want a break from the hustle and bustle of Hollywood, often taking a trip to Maine to enjoy "Vacationland" in all its beauty, and of course, its food.
Elevenses Hobbit-Themed Café in Brunswick, Maine Rumored to Open

1 week ago | wjbq.com | Sean McKenna

Hello, my precious.. . We’ve got the gossip on something pretty magical brewing in Brunswick, Maine. For those of us "middle-earthers", this is something we’ve all dreamt of. A restaurant by the name of Elevenses, a hobbit-themed café and bakery just had their soft opening, according to their Instagram.
Portland’s Smoked Brisket Breakfast Taco Is a Must-Try in 2025

1 week ago | wjbq.com | Sean McKenna

If you are planning your summer and want to try different dishes, then boy do I have a spot for you! Not to mention, this place is featured on the 25 Must Eat List of Eat, Drink, Lucky. Portland, Maine's very own Ocotillo is a Mexican breakfast spot. You may not traditionally think of tacos for breakfast, but we are now in 2025 and everything goes! They have this smoked brisket breakfast taco that is too die for. Let’s talk about it.