Maine's biggest Fourth of July party almost got scrapped in 2018, and the annual tradition of music on the Eastern Prom from the PSO was ended as well.
The annual fireworks show draws about 50,000 Mainers from all over the state who come and watch the 4th of July show which is accompanied by music from the Portland Symphony Orchestra.
The University of Maine at Presque Isle will present Homecoming 2017: Friends and Family Weekend fromThursday to Monday, Oct. 5-9, featuring entertainment and family-friendly activities.
BBQ, family, and fireworks have traditionally been a big part of our celebration package when celebrating Independence Day in the County. And we've got fireworks!
Celebrating our nation's independence is a big deal and certainly calls for a big celebration. However, there are neighbors who may be affected by it.
We're certainly not trying to stifle and fun you might have with friends and family with BBQ's, music and fireworks, but just know that there are many veterans with post-traumatic stress and fireworks can cause them discomfort...
What's more American than being towed behind a lobster boat while you chug beer and shoot fireworks all while waving Old Glory? I can't think of much.
These lobstermen took a break from bringing up the delicious lobsters to celebrate America in true Maine fashion...