4th of July

Many Aroostook County residents and businesses alike have been without power during the long holiday weekend due to high winds and rain from Hurricane Arthur. High winds have been downing trees and damaging power lines, as well as sending debris through the air.

Are you planning to celebrate the 4th of July with fireworks? Fireworks are legal to purchase here in Maine, but you may want to familiarize yourself with local ordinances to make sure fireworks are legal in your town.

Watch these videos featuring a cool old British guy discussing types of fireworks and learn more than you ever wanted to know.

There is no place like Houlton during the days leading up to the 4th of July! People come home from all over the country, in fact! You'll have an opportunity to see friends and family that you haven't seen in years!

If you're planning on doing any traveling during the upcoming July 4th holiday weekend, you'll want to pay attention and obey all the laws of the road. Maine State Police have several traffic enforcement efforts going on now through the July 4th holiday weekend.

Some have barbecues, some watch fireworks, and in some families (like mine) - we shoot guns!

If you had your choice of Country Music Star to stop by your backyard BBQ this 4th of July, who would it be? Choose from our list or fill in your own!