Livermore Falls area Fourth of July Parade Committee thinks ahead

The Jay-Livermore-Livermore Falls Fourth of July Committee is already doing fundraisers to plan for next year's parade.

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.

These Fourth of July events will start your summer with a bang

Celebrate our country's birthday and the arrival of summer with parades, fireworks, festivals and outdoor concerts.

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.

Casco Bay Wind Symphony bringing music back to Portland’s July 4 celebration

The volunteer band will play for free but is seeking donations to help cover the costs of the production.

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.

Photos: Farmington celebrates the Fourth of July with candy and superheroes

Warden Service steps up holiday boating patrols

The agency cautions against drinking and boating.

Liberty Festival returns to Lewiston and Auburn

Lewiston and Auburn will celebrate with fireworks, music, entertainment and food.

Anderson Staples American Legion serves up food with summer fun

In addition to regular events, the veterans' group is co-presenting The 161st Anniversary of the Civil War with a Living History of Abraham and Mary Lincoln and Other Civil War Storytellers with the Oxford Historical Society on July 2, starting at 10 a.m.