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Where There’s Fireworks, There’s Usually Peter Ralston

Where There’s Fireworks, There’s Usually Peter Ralston

As we approach Independence Day, let us all honor the true spirit of independence for all Americans and those who would become Americans. I freely admit to a life-long passion for everything about fireworks….in my old journalism days I photographed them across the country and abroad. There’s nothing about them that I don’t love…especially on the Fourth.

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Russians In Space…Or Not!

Russians In Space…Or Not!

Previously, I talked about how Ukraine has been targeting Russian air infrastructure to prepare for the arrival of their F-16s. Well, Ukraine launched a rocket attack on occupied Crimea and destroyed some air defenses and one of Russia’s deep space satellites…

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Preview of 2024 Union Fair  & the Maine Wild Blueberry Festival July 7 – 14

Preview of 2024 Union Fair & the Maine Wild Blueberry Festival July 7 – 14

Watch this video for a preview of the 2024 Union Fair and the Maine Wild Blueberry Festival, to be held this year from July 7 through July 14. Interviews with Rick Butler, head of publicity , Ryan Soule, acting president of Union Fair, and Casey Brown the 2023 Maine Wild Blueberry Queen will highlight the new format and schedule for this year. This program also includes a tour of the creative pumpkin decorations throughout the town of Damariscotta for their Pumpkin Festival last fall.

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