1. In 1789, the town of Fryeburg was incorporated in Maine. This historic town is located in Oxford County and is known for its beautiful vistas and outdoor recreation opportunities.

2. On October 27, 1854, the steamship Portland sank off the coast of Maine, resulting in the loss of over 190 lives. The tragedy remains one of the worst maritime disasters in New England history.

3. In 1911, the first ship to navigate the entire length of the Penobscot River was launched in Bangor, Maine. The ship, named The City of Bangor, symbolized the city's importance as a major center for shipping and trade.

4. On October 27, 1948, Maine Senator Margaret Chase Smith became the first woman to be elected to both the U.S. House of Representatives and the U.S. Senate. Smith is widely considered a trailblazer for women in politics.

5. In 1998, the Boston Red Sox defeated the Cleveland Indians in a dramatic 12-inning game to clinch the American League Championship Series. The victory secured the team's spot in the World Series, where they ultimately fell to the New York Yankees.