Harpswell residents first heard the Declaration of Independence read on the steps of the 1757 meetinghouse. The Elijah Kellogg Church has continued to honor the tradition.
Fourth of July 2024
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‘She’s so good’: Julia Gagnon fever evident on Day 2 of the Liberty Festival
As the crowds began to pile into Veterans Memorial Park early Friday evening, there was no getting around it: Many attendees were there just for Gagnon.
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Coast Guard calls off search for man who fell off boat in Casco Bay
The Coast Guard on Friday suspended its search for Edward Berke, 30, who fell overboard into Casco Bay on the Fourth of July.
Posted inLocal & State
Families flock to Ocean Park for Fourth of July celebration and parade
Hundreds lined the parade route waving flags and wearing red, white and blue in a celebration of America’s birthday.
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Millions swelter under dangerous Fourth of July heat wave
Even after the highest temperatures have passed, heat can still be dangerous, especially to the most vulnerable.
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Opinion: Veterans urge Mainers to discuss Jan. 6 on July 4
Renounce violence this election cycle.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, News
Fireworks and American Idol firecracker Julia Gagnon coming to Lewiston-Auburn’s Liberty Festival
The 27th annual Liberty Festival is set for three days around Independence Day in Lewiston & Auburn.