Fourth of July
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PublishedJuly 2, 2021
Inside Bridgton: July 2
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PublishedJune 28, 2021
No Heritage Days, but Bath will still celebrate the Fourth
The traditional weeklong festival is canceled for the second year in a row. The city will have a one-day celebration instead.
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PublishedJune 28, 2021
Fourth of July festivities return to Munjoy Hill
Events include a reading of the Declaration of Independence at 9:30 a.m. and fireworks at night.
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PublishedJune 28, 2021
Fourth of July fireworks are back in many Maine towns. Here’s where to watch
There will be displays over Portland, Lewiston and Auburn, Bar Harbor, Clinton and Bailey Island, among others.
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PublishedJune 7, 2021
Portland to host Fourth of July fireworks
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PublishedJuly 5, 2020
The View From Here: A perfect idea for an imperfect world
Thomas Jefferson's radical ideas transcend the limits of his imagination.
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PublishedJuly 4, 2020
Maine Voices: Let’s say ‘thank you’ to the Founders on America’s birthday
Yes, we still have a great deal of work to do. But think of how much effort it took to establish our nation.
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PublishedJuly 3, 2020
Pattee’s Pond boat parade draws large crowd for Fourth of July celebration
Attendance varies from year to year according to parade organizer Earlene Margetts, but this year the Pattee's Pond Fourth of July boat parade saw a group of 21 boats join the procession.
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PublishedJuly 3, 2020
Our View: Look for ways to celebrate safely in Maine on the Fourth
Even though many traditional events won't happen this year, there are still ways to enjoy our national birthday.
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PublishedJuly 2, 2020
Maine wardens patrolling for intoxicated boaters over holiday weekend
The Maine Warden Service and partner agencies will try to reduce the number of alcohol- and drug-related incidents and fatalities as boat traffic increases.