The annual fireworks show draws about 50,000 Mainers from all over the state who come and watch the 4th of July show which is accompanied by music from the Portland Symphony Orchestra.
What's more American than being towed behind a lobster boat while you chug beer and shoot fireworks all while waving Old Glory? I can't think of much.
These lobstermen took a break from bringing up the delicious lobsters to celebrate America in true Maine fashion...
The 4th of July is the busiest day of the year for the Humane Society because of the number of pets that run away from home in fear of fireworks. July 3rd is the busiest day of the year for veterinarians as they provide anti-anxiety drugs to their pet patients...
A dire forecast calling for heavy rain and thunder storms on Friday night forced Stars and Stripes Spectacular organizers to rescheduled the fireworks show and Portland Symphony Orchestra concert to Saturday, according to the Portland Press Herald...