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Dennis may limit future July 4 celebrations after ‘disaster' on Mayflower Beach
Fourth of July celebrations on a popular Cape Cod beach may soon look a lot different after a chaotic holiday this year. Public safety agencies in Dennis, Massachusetts, are working on a plan to limit the number of people celebrating the holiday on Mayflower Beach after hundreds of young people became rowdy Tuesday. “It was kind of a disaster,” said…
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Overcrowding of Mayflower Beach has Cape Cod locals concerned
Officials in Dennis, Massachusetts, are working on a plan to limit the number of people celebrating the Fourth of July along the shore after a mess was left behind.
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Hawaii man dies after launching fireworks in parking lot on the Fourth of July
Police say a 20-year-old man has died after setting off fireworks in Hawaii on the Fourth of July holiday.
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Firework thrown from truck at group sitting on porch
An unidentified person threw a large firework at a home on July 4, while a family and some friends were sitting on the front porch.
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Red, white and boom! Boston's 4th of July celebration delights thousands despite rain
The wet weather didn’t rain on anyone’s parade Tuesday in Boston as people braved the elements to nab a coveted space on the grassy oval in front of the Hatch Shell along the Charles River ahead of the traditional Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular.
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From afterthought to national symbol: Here's why the American Flag wasn't always revered as it is today
Though flags proliferate every July 4, they would have been rare during early Independence Day celebrations. Only in the mid-19th century does the U.S. flag become a permanent fixture at the White House, scholars believe.
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Rain or shine, millions across the US brave severe weather to celebrate Fourth of July
Americans braved rain, heat, and divisions to celebrate Fourth of July with parades, fireworks, and hot dog eating contests across the country
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Esplanade reopens after temporary weather closure
Massachusetts State Police say they have reopened the security checkpoints into the Charles River Esplanade following a temporary closure due to the possibility of severe weather, including heavy rain, thunder and lightning.
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Esplanade entry temporarily closed due to weather
Massachusetts State Police have urged everyone on the Charles River Esplanade to seek shelter due to the incoming weather, including heavy rain, thunder and lightning, according to an emergency alert.
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4th swimmer bit in Long Island waters has officials on shark watch
Long Island officials are extra alert at a handful of beaches after shark bites put beachgoers on edge over the long holiday weekend. The first bites were reported on Monday, but have continued well into the Tuesday holiday, according to officials up and down the coastline. Between the two days, four people have suffered bites while swimming at different beaches….
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Joey Chestnut wins record 16th Nathan's hot dog eating contest
Miki Sudo claimed a ninth title before stormy weather moved in and delayed the men’s competition.
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Texas Fourth of July drone show sets new Guinness World Record
Monday night’s Fourth of July drone show in North Richland Hills set a new Guinness World Record.
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After Esplanade storm closure, Boston Pops fireworks show goes off with a bang
A rainy Fourth of July in Boston — that included a temporary Esplanade closure due to the possibility of more severe weather — didn’t prevent thousands from gathering along the Charles River Tuesday night for the annual Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular. The Esplanade was a sea of red, white and blue — plus a lot of rain jackets. The beloved…
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Weather won't stop 4th of July Boston celebration
A rainy day won’t deter thousands of spectators who are still expected to gather at the Charles River Esplanade to witness the much anticipated Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular.
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Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest holds weigh-in ahead of Fourth of July competition
The weigh-in was held Monday for the Fourth of July spectacle known as the Nathan’s Famous International Hot Dog Eating Contest.
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Celebrate Fourth of July with a bang at these Boston-area firework shows
Note: Some towns and cities are canceling or postponing events due to the forecast. Check with the town or city for the most updated information. The Fourth of July is known as a day filled with pride, celebration, community and joy. In Boston and beyond, the holiday is marked by one unique way of “letting freedom ring”: through fireworks. Most…
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A list of stores staying open (and closed) on July 4th in 2023
Get your favorite nationwide retailer’s Independence Day hours in one spot.
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Illinois man in critical condition after firework exploded in his face
A commercial-grade firework exploded in the face of an Illinois man as he was investigating why it hadn’t detonated. Investigators in Lake County say the 58-year-old man was looking into the tube containing the firework when it launched and exploded Sunday night. He is in critical condition at a hospital. Following the accident, authorities turned over other fireworks the man...
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With a record number of travelers expected to drive this July 4, here's how to save on gas
Pent-up travel demand will prompt more people to hit the road this holiday weekend. These tips can help drivers save on gas.
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2023 Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest: How to watch, records, more
Fourth of July signals the return of the Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest. Here’s how to watch the New York-based competition in 2023.