Our Mission
Retire in Maine and A Piece of Maine are designed to share a good overview of Maine and its assets to benefit those looking to move to this beautiful state. We also are a resource for tourists as well as those who are already here and like to be reminded of why we call Maine our home. The MAINE SENIORS Magazine has wonderful content for anyone to enjoy, especially those who have interest in Maine and its people. Enjoy the variety of content, from good information to entertainment.
So many people choose to Retire in Maine. It ranks 15th in the U.S. due in part to its natural beauty.
Maine features over 3,400 lakes, nearly 3,500 miles of coastline and over 2,800 hills and mountains. Around 90% of Maine is forestland. It is the most heavily forested state in the nation.
Maine harvests over 80% of the nation's lobsters from the cold Gulf of Maine waters. Plus, Maine also supplies 100% of the lowbush blueberries in the United States.
About Us
This organization is a loosely assembled group of native and new Mainers that enjoy the natural beauty and small community feel of the state. From local writers and photographers to 'Made in Maine' organizations, our goal is to provide you with 'A Piece of Maine'.
Throughout this website enjoy content ranging from beautiful photos of some of Maine's most beautiful sites, to stories and other information as to why you may want to at least visit, if not live here, as you consider semi-retirement or retirement.
A Piece of Maine celebrates small towns and small businesses, adding to a sense of community for its people.
So whether you are a resident of Maine, have a summer home, are an occasional tourist, or are considering moving to or retiring in Maine, please take some time and enjoy the content on this site.
Our Founder
David Nealley is a native Mainer, born and raised in Bangor. He was instrumental in the expansion of his family business Snow & Nealley, a 100 year-old manufacturer of logging tools, axes, and garden tools. The axes and garden tools were retailed by LL Bean and thousands of quality retailers nation-wide. He was also instrumental in the promotion of many "Made in Maine" products.
He was the founder and publisher of MAINE SENIORS Magazine. After the sale of the publication, his passion for seniors led to a radio program "Senior Power".
David served on the Bangor City Council for 12 years and has been involved in numerous community organizations including the Mainely Music Chorus a Barbershop Harmony Society member. David enjoys the forests, mountains, lakes, and coastal areas of his home state, and he likes to break up the long winters in Maine with time spent in warmer climates.
