BLUE HILL, Maine — After months of discussion, the Blue Hill select board hopes to address concerns over concerts hosted by Main Street restaurant Blaze at a public hearing Tuesday.

The public hearing is for the eatery’s liquor license and special amusement permit. Liquor licenses for restaurants and bars are regulated by the state. Blue Hill’s special amusement ordinance, which has been on the books since 1978, requires a permit be issued for live music, dancing or entertainment in local businesses that sell liquor. Both permits need Select Board approval before moving forward.

The restaurant has held concerts at its outdoor venue all summer. Neighbors came to the Select Board with noise complaints, saying the frequent concerts have been too loud and gone too late. In July, the town fou

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