Eastport to honor sardine heritage and Canadian ties with New Year’s celebration

Eastport to honor sardine heritage and Canadian ties with New Year’s celebration

EASTPORT, Maine — Revelers in Downeast Maine will take part tonight in a cross-border celebration honoring their close friendship with Canada and their hometown roots. The Tides Institute & Museum of Art is hosting the 21st New Year’s Eve Sardine & Maple Leaf Drop, which organizers say is likely unique among celebrations nationwide. “As far as we know this is the only one, even across the country, that has this cross-border tradition,” said Kris…