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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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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Old Hallowell Day brings together many tastes
Annual celebration fills downtown with revelers.
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Fourth person facing charges in Portland fireworks incident now identified as adult
The 18-year-old was charged with refusing to submit to arrest, a Class E crime — the lowest level in Maine.
Posted inCops & Courts, Local & State
Police arrest 8 after fireworks shot at officers in Kennedy Park
Police fired pepper balls in order to disperse a large crowd that was setting off fireworks and aiming them at passing cars on Wednesday night.
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Fireworks fans wait a day to view Portland display
Rain forced a delay of the July 4th holiday celebration, but the postponement did not deter crowds from coming to the Eastern Promenade Wednesday night.
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One person injured in shooting on Naples Causeway
Police were searching for a suspect late Tuesday, but said there was no ongoing threat. Route 302 was closed in the area of the shooting.
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Fireworks in Portland moved to (hopefully drier) Wednesday night
The rained-out Fourth of July show will go on at 9:15 p.m. on the Eastern Promenade.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Local & State
For third year in a row, Portland’s July 4 fireworks will be a cappella
The Portland Symphony Orchestra has performed in past years, but no private partner came forward this year to organize and fund the extra entertainment.
Posted inTimes Record
Freeport Fourth of July fireworks return for the first time since pre-pandemic
Fireworks will start at 9 p.m. following L.L. Bean’s annual Fourth of July concert at 7:30 p.m.