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Fourth of July fireworks may be held same night as Alive on 25
Two of downtown Riverhead’s most popular events may be merged into one this summer. The annual Fourth of July fireworks show may be combined with the first installation of the popular Alive on 25...
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A guide to this week’s Fourth of July fireworks and parades
There are plenty of ways to celebrate Independence Day. Since the Fourth of July falls on a Wednesday this year, two weekends’ worth of festivities will be happening across the North Fork between June...
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Hot temperatures this weekend hoped to help local corn crops
Some rain early Thursday morning and soaring temperatures this weekend may be just what local corn crops need to be ready for Fourth of July. Scott DuBois, manager of Breeze Hill Farm in Peconic, said...
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Column: The most dreaded time of year for dogs
I believe my dog is American, but boy does he hate the Fourth of July. As the celebration of our nation’s independence approaches next week, we’ll enjoy with barbecues, parades and cold drinks. And...
View ArticleEditorial: Let us never forget our fundamental principles
As we celebrate Independence Day, it’s worth remembering that the men who signed a document 242 years ago in Philadelphia knew that if things went wrong, they’d be dead weights swinging from the ends...
View ArticleA guide to Fourth of July fireworks and parades on the North Fork
Whether you’re having a beach picnic or backyard barbecue around Independence Day, you can look forward to ending the day with one of the dazzling fireworks displays planned across the North Fork....
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Celebrating Independence Day in Jamesport: Photos
The Greater Jamesport Civic Association hosted its first Independence Day Celebration Thursday morning. Speakers included John Newman, vice president of the Greater Jamesport Civic Association, William...
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Ahead of Fourth of July, officials remind residents of danger posed by...
While the coronavirus pandemic has forced the normal slate of Fourth of July fireworks shows to be canceled, county officials are urging people to stick to a familiar mantra: Leave the fireworks to...
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Jamesport celebrates Independence Day with socially distant ceremony
COVID-19 canceled parades and fireworks across Long Island, but it couldn’t stop the Greater Jamesport Civic Association from hosting its second Independence Day celebration. The group, which launched...
View ArticleFourth of July celebration returning to Jamesport
The Town of Riverhead has approved the annual Greater Jamesport Civic Association Independence Day Celebration for next week. The event, now in its third year, will be hosted a day earlier on...
View ArticleA guide to this year’s Independence Day events on the North Fork
Fourth of July celebrations on the North Fork are back. Last year, to make up for the postponement of the 28th annual New Suffolk parade due to COVID-19, community members organized a boat parade...
View ArticleCounty officials warn boaters to avoid drinking as holiday weekend approaches
Suffolk County officials warned boaters ahead of the holiday weekend that Marine Bureau officers will be “out in force” to strictly enforce laws against boating while intoxicated. At a Tuesday press...
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Celebrating Fourth of July at annual ceremony in Jamesport
The Greater Jamesport Civic Association celebrated Independence Day with a ceremony Saturday morning that featured several speakers and musical performances by a recent Riverhead High School graduate....
View ArticleEditorial: Our history shows us what genuine courage looks like
On July 4, 1776, the final draft of the Declaration of Independence was approved by the Continental Congress. Fifty-six men signed the document. What should speak to us today, as we wrestle with the...
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Alive on 25 returns to downtown Riverhead as fireworks show caps off night:...
Alive on 25 returned to downtown Riverhead in a big way Friday night. The annual summer series shifted to Friday this year for the first time after previously being held on Thursday evenings. A...
View ArticleGuest Spot: On July 4, let us celebrate freedom
We are indeed so blessed to live in America. I’m saddened to watch a negative theme permeate our culture that suggests America is an evil country founded on hypocrisy. My wife and I recently returned...
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Celebrating the nation’s independence at annual Fourth of July ceremony in...
The Greater Jamesport Civic Association hosted its annual Independence Day celebration Monday morning, an event that brought together local officials to reflect on the nation’s founding. Speakers...
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