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Animals Blown Up With Fireworks, Videos Posted On Social Media: Police
Animals were intentionally blown up using fireworks in a Pittsburgh neighborhood—and the horrifying footage was posted online, authorities announced on Wednesday, Aug. 20. The Violence Prevention Unit was first alerted to the animal cruelty video around 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 13, after it surfaced on social media, according to Pittsburgh Public Safety. The graphic videos show mice taped to fireworks and detonated. Investigators believe the mice were purchased from a local pet store before being killed. Detectives traced the incident to the 410 block of Mt. Pleasant Road in Northview Hei…
Police & Fire
Girl Injured Playing With Fireworks In Philadelphia: Police
A girl was injured while playing with fireworks in North Philadelphia, police announced on Thursday, July 10. The juvenile female was hurt on the 1700 block of North Bailey Street in the 22nd District around 3:24 p.m., according to authorities. Medics transported her to Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. Her condition was not released. The incident remains under investigation, police said.
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NJ Police Officer Sparks Outrage After Driving Over Fireworks (
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A video of a police officer driving over two live fireworks on the Fourth of July in Penns Grove has gone viral. The video, which was shared by Rachel Parker on Facebook, shows fireworks being lit off in the middle of the street. An unidentified Penns Grove police car then proceeds to drive right through the fireworks, sending them flying in many different directions. I really can not believe what happened last night.A pennsgrove police officer sped up and intentionally ran over not one... Posted by Rachel Parker on Saturday, July 5, 2025 Parker said two different groups of people…
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Fourth Of July Fatal: Firework Explodes In Man's Face
The Fourth of July ended in tragedy for a 70-year-old Massachusetts man who was killed by a firework while setting them off during a beachside celebration, officials said. Robert Spagnuolo, a father of four from Wareham, was pronounced dead at the scene after a firework exploded and caused traumatic facial injuries, according to the Massachusetts State Police and the Plymouth County District Attorney’s Office. The incident happened shortly after 4:15 p.m. on Friday, July 4, on Beach Street in Wareham, where first responders found Spagnuolo suffering from an “apparent facial injury from a fi…
Police & Fire
Fires Break Out Across Philly As Trash Piles Up Amid Sanitation Strike; Arson Not Ruled Out: PD
Fires erupted at multiple trash collection sites in Philadelphia overnight as garbage continues to pile up amid an ongoing work stoppage, city officials announced Friday, July 4. The Philadelphia Fire Department responded swiftly, extinguishing the fires before they caused significant damage. No injuries were reported, authorities said. “We want to be clear: this is a serious matter,” said Police Commissioner Kevin J. Bethel and Fire Commissioner Jeffrey Thompson in a joint statement. “If it is determined that any of these fires were intentionally set, such acts will be treated as serious c…
Business
Ground Beef Prices Surge To Record High Before Fourth Of July Cookouts: Here's Why
If you plan on enjoying a burger on the Fourth of July, it may be more expensive than ever. The retail price of a pound of ground beef hit a record high of $5.98 in May, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. That's up by 18 cents from April and a 16.2% increase from the May 2024 average of $5.15. An American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) survey puts the retail price even higher, now averaging $6.67 a pound. Feeding 10 people a standard Independence Day cookout – including burgers, chicken, beans, and potato salad – costs about $70.92, or $7.09 a person. While the …
Lifestyle
Inflation, Trump Tariffs Hurting Americans' Fourth Of July Plans, Survey Finds: Here's How
The stars and stripes may fly high on the Fourth of July, but most Americans say they're feeling financially grounded in 2025. WalletHub conducted a survey, along with compiling facts and figures, about how the US will celebrate Independence Day in 2025. The studies were released on Wednesday, June 25. The personal finance website found that 79% of Americans believe the country's independence is threatened by the rising federal debt. More than half are adjusting their Fourth of July plans because of inflation, high prices, and a shaky economy under President Donald Trump's sweepin…
Lifestyle
Two NJ Cities Among Worst For July 4th Fun, Study Says: Here's Why
Northeast cities have widely different Fourth of July celebrations, with the region having some of the nation's best and worst, according to a new study. WalletHub released its 2025 list of Best & Worst Places for Fourth of July Celebrations on Wednesday, June 25. The study scored 100 cities on everything from food and hotel prices to fireworks shows, walkability, and weather. Data came from public records, tourism offices, and national databases as of Wednesday, May 28. "The Fourth of July is one of the most beloved holidays in America, allowing many of us to not only celebr…
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Trump’s Army Parade Starting Now: Here's How To Watch
Whether you're watching from home or braving the crowds in D.C., here's everything you need to know about Saturday’s 250th U.S. Army Birthday celebration and Grand Military Parade, led by President Donald Trump. The event marks the Army’s founding on June 14, 1775 and falls on Trump’s 79th birthday. It’s set to be a day-long festival packed with music, fireworks, and a massive military parade. HOW TO LIVESTREAM IT You can watch it all unfold online via multiple livestreams: White House livestream USA Today YouTube live stream FOX News live stream The event will feature between 6,000 …
Politics
Trump’s $45M Birthday Bash Could Cause Nightmare In Damages: Reports
President Donald Trump's planned military parade in the nation's capital was already expected to be expensive — now officials are reportedly warning the price tag could climb even higher. Already saddled with an estimated $45 million cost, Trump's joint birthday celebration-turned-Army parade honoring the branch's 250th anniversary is raising concerns. Some are warning it could have unexpected repercussions, including causing millions in damage to DC streets that will cost taxpayer dollars. The cost to repair streets damaged by the planned parade on Saturday, June 14 may top $16 mill…
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Deadly Cybertruck Explosion At Trump Hotel in Las Vegas Investigated As Possible Terror Act
Authorities are investigating a deadly explosion involving a Tesla Cybertruck outside the Trump International Hotel in Las Vegas. The explosion claimed the life of one individual and left seven others injured, prompting a joint inquiry by local law enforcement and the FBI. The incident is being investigated as a possible terrorist act, ABC News and CNN are reporting. The incident occurred around 8:40 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 1, near the hotel’s valet area. Witnesses reported hearing a loud explosion followed by a fire that engulfed the vehicle. First responders quickly arrived…
Police & Fire
Father-Son Duo Arrested In Explosion That Rocked NJ Neighborhood During July 4th Party
A 60-year-old man and his 28-year-old son have been arrested in a fireworks explosion at a July Fourth party that left a 34-year-old guest seriously injured, authorities said. Thomas Kaiser, of South Plainfield, and his son, Erich Kaiser, of Monmouth Junction, were trying to set off a signal cannon a July Fourth party in Manville Saturday, July 6 around 8:15 p.m., when things went horribly awry, Manville's Deputy Chief Craig Jeremiah said. Erich and Thomas Kaiser. Manville PD The device exploded after being lit, sending shrapnel throughout the neighborhood, according to Je…
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Where To Watch Fireworks On The Fourth In Central Jersey, The Shore
If you missed the fireworks this weekend, no worries. There are plenty of places to watch fireworks in South Jersey on the Fourth of July. (and in a few cases, Monday, July 3.) Middlesex County East Brunswick will host its 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular starting at 6 p.m. on July 4 at the Community Arts Center at 721 Cranbury Road. Edison residents can enjoy a fireworks display starting at 9:30 p.m. on Tuesday, July 4 at Papaianni Park, 100 Municipal Blvd. Milltown will host its Fourth of July celebration on July 4. Fireworks begin at 9:30 p.m. Monroe will view firew…
Police & Fire
Husky Frightened By Fireworks Rescued 1.5 Miles Off Jersey Shore (
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A Siberian Husky fleeing from noisy fireworks was rescued by Monmouth County Sheriff's Officers off the Jersey Shore. Caiden, a 10-year-old dog, was saved after swimming about a mile and a half off Union Beach, authorities said. Sheriffs' Officers Michael Forgione and Kasey Collins located Caiden and brought him on board in the Raritan Bay, navigating shallow waters to reunite him with his grateful owner. In addition to the K-9 rescue, the Marine 1 Unit also observed a brush fire that started due to the fireworks and were able to assist in navigating fire personnel to the fire. Poste…
Police & Fire
Firefighters Douse Fireworks Blaze At Lakewood Baseball Game
Firefighters put out a fire that broke out during a fireworks show after the Jersey Shore BlueClaws baseball game in Lakewood. "More people are watching the fire than the fireworks," a spectator commented on this Facebook video. A fire broke out during a fireworks show after the Jersey Shore BlueClaws baseball game.Facebook/ Erin Leahy Mauterer A BlueClaws spokesman said the Lakewood Fire Department acted quickly and extinguished the fire in a safe manner on Monday night, July 4. "It was pretty unbelievable. And the fireworks just kept going and going," said Erin Leahy Mauterer, who …
Police & Fire
Popular Fireworks Stand Worker, Bicyclist Killed By Pickup Driver In DC July 4th Weekend
Police have identified the bicyclist and fireworks stand worker struck and killed by a pickup truck driver suffering a medical episode July 4th weekend in Washington DC. The Chevrolet Silverado driver had lost consciousness when he struck the westbound bicyclist — identified as 70 year-old Michael Hawkins Randall — on Nannie Helen Burroughs Avenue around 5:40 p.m. Saturday, July 2, Metro police said. The Silverado then continued across the westbound and eastbound lanes and struck 64 year-old Charles Jackson, who was working in a fireworks stand. The vehicle came to rest on the eas…
Events
Jersey Shore's Oceanfest Returns After 2-Year COVID Hiatus
Oceanfest is back, baby. The day-long Fourth of July event is making its big return this summer after a two-year hiatus due to COVID-19, according to its website. With a steady decline in New Jersey's coronavirus cases, "it is the perfect time to bring Oceanfest back,” Co-chair Esther Cohen told NJ Advance Media. Oceanfest is held along the Long Branch boardwalk from Pier Village to Seven Presidents’ Park. It will begin at 10 a.m. Monday, July 4, and feature live music, more than 40 food vendors, arts and crafts, and beach activities, according to NJ.com. Fireworks blast off at…
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$70K+ Raised For Family Of Boy, 8, Killed In House Fire Caused By Fireworks
The Hawkins family lost their 8-year-old son in a house fire caused by improperly disposed fireworks on Saturday; now their community has rallied to help them. 1567 Poplar Terrace in West York was once the loving home of a family of four, but around 11 p.m. on Independence Day everything changed. Improperly disposed of fireworks outside the duplex-style residence set the home ablaze with crews remaining on the scene until 4 a.m. The fire claimed the life of Elijah, 8; severely burned his brother Evan, 6; and burned their parents Jacob and Brittany Hawkins. Elijah died at a Maryland hosp…
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Barnegat PD: Fireworks Blast Above Township Like 'Magic Kingdom'
Most town-sponsored Fourth of July fireworks were canceled or postponed this summer due to coronavirus concerns. But residents of Barnegat Township were treated -- or to some residents mistreated -- by 10 times the usual number of amateur pyrotechnic displays, police estimated. At least five people were charged with illegal fireworks possession or use, Barnegat police said. There were so many fireworks complaints in the Ocean County township that its police department posted a heat-sensory map of the displays on Sunday. Fireworks had “the greater Ocean County area looking like M…
Police & Fire
Neighbors: July 4th Partyers Don't Realize Englewood House Is On Fire, Good Samaritan Dials 911
Well over 100 attendees at an Englewood 4th of July party apparently didn't realize the house was on fire until a passerby dialed 911, neighbors said. The good Samaritan said she "happened to be walking my grandson" on West End Avenue when she "saw the left side of the house on fire" around 10:30 p.m. Saturday. "There were a lot of drunk people -- like, 150," a witness said. "Nobody noticed." No serious injuries were reported. Police charged Robert Ferrarelli, 20, with aggravated assault on a police officer, making terroristic threats during a state of emergency, rioting and resisting. …
Police & Fire
Fireworks Explosion Kills Man In Jersey City
A man was killed when commercial-grade fireworks exploded as he was attempting to fire them off in Jersey City, reports say. Officers responding to the 80 block of Fremont Street around found a man bleeding heavily with chest trauma around 1 a.m., Saturday, initial reports say. Attempts to revive the man were unsuccessful. Last year, a 23-year-old Newark man died after an M-80 style firework exploded in his hand. The man reportedly bled to death on a sidewalk in the Ironbound District. .In 2019, the JCPD received 50 firework-related calls between Jan. 1 and June 24. In 2020, the departmen…
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