Tag: fireworks
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Woodbridge postpones fireworks until Monday
Woodbridge postponed its fireworks display from Friday, July 2, to Monday, July 5, due to the high probability of thunderstorms with high winds and lightning after 4 p.m. today. The same details apply for Monday: doors open at 4 p.m., a local band called Power Train will play at 5 p.m., presentations begin at 7…
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Woodbridge Police Department issues warning about illegal fireworks
WOODBRIDGE – The Woodbridge Police Department (WPD) has immediately begun increased neighborhood patrols in a crackdown on the use of illegal fireworks by residents and visitors. WPD marked and unmarked vehicles will be on patrol throughout the days leading up to the Fourth of July weekend and will respond to any location where illegal fireworks…
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Old Bridge resident concerned about fireworks in the neighborhood
PHOTOS COURTESY OF JOHN FRIEL Old Bridge resident John Friel found bottle rockets in his backyard in Sayrewoods South after the Fourth of July. He said fireworks terrified dogs but he was also concerned because the grass is dry and fireworks debris could cause a fire. Aerial consumer fireworks remain prohibited in New Jersey.
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More than 280 complaints, 20 individuals charged following crackdown of illegal fireworks in Woodbridge
WOODBRIDGE – Stepped up neighborhood police patrols and crackdown of illegal fireworks ahead of the July 4th weekend resulted in more than 280 complaints and charges levied, according to Mayor John E. McCormac. Twenty individuals – 14 township residents, two Perth Amboy residents, one Carteret resident, one Lawrenceville resident, one Metuchen resident, and one Parlin…
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Lawrence Township officials cancel fireworks at Rider University
Fireworks will not fill the skies over Rider University to celebrate the Fourth of July because Lawrence Township officials have canceled the show, which had been set for July 1. The fireworks show, which draws large crowds from around Mercer County, was canceled because of the COVID-19 pandemic and the restrictions on large gatherings under…
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East Windsor will present fireworks display July 7
Fireworks will fill the air over Etra Lake when East Windsor Township sets off the sparklers at its annual Independence Day celebration. The Independence Day celebration is set for July 7 beginning at 6 p.m at Etra Lake Park, off Disbrow Hill Road. The rain date is July 14. The event is free. The celebration…
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Sayreville to celebrate Independence Day on June 30
Sayreville will hold an Independence Day celebration from 4-10 p.m. on June 30 in Kennedy Park, 807 Washington Road, Parlin section of Sayreville. Rain date July 1. Free rides, activities and children’s painting from 4-8 p.m. Hot dog eating contest at 6 p.m. Live music featuring The Weaklings “Beatle Bash” from 6-9:30 p.m. Fireworks begin…
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End of Summer Festival scheduled for Aug. 23 in South River
South River Parks & Recreation will hold the 2017 End of Summer Festival & Fireworks at 6 p.m. Aug. 23 at Denny Stadium, David Street, South River. Rain date is Aug. 24. The event will feature musical entertainment, food vendors and fireworks at 8:30 p.m. Admission is free. There is limited parking and bleacher seating…
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Carnevale Italiano set for July 19-23 in North Brunswick
The annual Carnevale Italiano, sponsored by the Italian American Social Club of North Brunswick, will be held July 19-23 at the fields at Route 130 and Apple Orchard Lane, North Brunswick. Carnival hours are 6-11 p.m. weeknights and 5-11 p.m. weekends. There will be food, rides, games and entertainment. A fireworks display is scheduled…
