I hail from off-the-grid North Idaho, where I grew up sailing, skiing, and adventuring outside. I’m no stranger to multiple feet of snow and a reputation for stellar spuds. I have a Bernese Mountain Dog named Ilya, after the goofy Russian hockey player Ilya Bryzgalov. Look up compilations of his best quotes on YouTube: “Is only game, why you have to be mad?” I have a knack for camouflaging my nail color with everyday objects. If you search #invisiblefingernails on Insta, you’ll see what I mean. They’re all me! I’ve also got a nasty DIY habit and usually insist on fashioning my own coffee table, coat hook, Halloween costume, etc. from repurposed Goodwill or Craigslist finds rather than buying things brand new. I joined the Q Morning Show in January of 2018 and have been falling a little more in love with Maine every day since. Hit me up at lou@wjbq.com!
Lou Lockwood
Portland Fair Trade Coffee Shop May Be Closing for Good
After 14 years at their location, Others! Fair Trade Coffee Shop has posted a For Rent sign in their window, indicating either a closure or relocation. They are radio silent on social media.
Giant New Development in the Works for Brian Boru’s Backyard
The development company North River IV proposed to convert the city block next to the Old Port into a six-story parking garage with space for retail and housing.
Officials Remind Mainers to Clean Chimneys Before It’s Too Late
If you plan on using a fireplace to heat your home this winter, make sure it's safe.
Independent Coming-of-Age Film Being Shot on Old Orchard Beach
"Pretenders" is the coming-of-age story about three friends who reconnect for a road trip to their much-changed hometown, set in OOB and Saco.
Waterville Mayor to Defy Maine Law, Proclaim ‘Columbus Day’ on October 14
The mayor wants to honor the European culture brought to America by Columbus' contact, refusing the national trend to rename the holiday "Indigenous Peoples Day".
Do You Know About Maine’s Weekly Leaf-Peeping Report?
Add maine.gov to your favorites to get up-to-the-minute leaf-peeping updates.