Residents of Shapleigh in York County approved an ordinance in March to prohibit fireworks within a mile of livestock, but a new petition drive has been launched to repeal it.
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Posted inBusiness, Leslie Bridgers, Life & Culture, Local & State
Is Maine’s enthusiasm for fireworks fizzling out?
The number of stores in the state has been declining since 2018, and after an uptick during the pandemic, sales have slowed as well.
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Posted inBusiness, Nation & World, News
The July 4th holiday rush is on. TSA expects to screen a record number of travelers this weekend
The head of the agency said TSA has enough screeners to handle the expected crowds this weekend and through the summer.
Posted inLife & Culture, Local & State, Morning Sentinel, News
Central Maine 4th of July celebration draws thousands to Clinton
Two days of events, including a country music concert, parade and fireworks display, were expected to bring about 25,000 people to Clinton on Wednesday and Thursday, organizers said.
Posted inArts & Entertainment
5 works of art that represent freedom at Maine museums
For the Fourth of July, we asked these museums to select pieces that reflected the meaning behind the holiday.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Commentary: What makes me a patriot and not a nationalist
True patriotism acknowledges mistakes in an effort to improve, so that one’s country can be the best it can be.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
The Maine Millennial: What does it mean to support the troops?
We don’t seem to know the answer, which is why I find the patriotic holidays intensely frustrating.
Posted inFood & Dining, Maine Gardener
Break out the grill, watch the fireworks and amble through your red, white and blue garden
On July 4, enjoy your holiday-themed blossoms.
Posted inFood & Dining, Recipes
Salmon and peas on the Fourth: A New England tradition revisited
Though river dams have decimated Maine’s Atlantic salmon population, the customary meal lives on with some. Our recipes make it easy for you to give a nod to the classic pairing at your own Fourth festivities.
Posted inNation & World
Western heat wave ahead of July 4th fireworks raises wildfire concerns and prompts changes in Utah
Wildfire risk is high this holiday weekend, with forecasts of triple-digit temperatures in some areas.