SOAKING UP THE FOURTH

SOAKING UP THE FOURTH. The skies cleared for a fantastic fireworks display over the harbor for the Eastport Fourth of July. Earlier in the day, though, those watching the Grand Parade, like these two youngsters waving to the firetrucks, were all suited up for the weather, while SpongeBob happily soaked up the rain and brought smiles to many children. See more coverage in this issue. (Don Dunbar and Edward French photos)