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Arlington, VA
Politics
Craigslist Ad Seeks Diversity Seat Fillers For Trump’s Army Parade — Real Or Fake? Craigslist Ad Seeks Diversity Seat Fillers For Trump’s Army Parade — Real Or Fake?
Craigslist Ad Seeks Diversity Seat Fillers For Trump’s Army Parade — Real Or Fake? A Craigslist advertisement with a very specific request before President Donald Trump's Army parade and birthday bash has some rolling their eyes. For days, a listing citing T-Mellon Events looking for seat fillers for the parade on Saturday, June 14 has drawn national attention — and has yet to be taken down, leading some to question its validity. "T-Mellon Events is looking for seat fillers and extras to provide their time for space maximization and attendance perception for an event taking place in Washington DC, on June 14," the listing states.  Extras and seat fillers were advise…

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by Zak Failla
Chambersburg, PA
Events
Unique New Year’s Eve Drops And Celebrations Across Pennsylvania: Ring In 2025 Unique New Year’s Eve Drops And Celebrations Across Pennsylvania: Ring In 2025
Unique New Year’s Eve Drops And Celebrations Across Pennsylvania: Ring In 2025 Pennsylvania communities are ready to ring in 2025 with quirky traditions, family-friendly fun, and exciting celebrations—from dropping bologna to raising a Hershey’s Kiss. Here’s a roundup of free and public events happening across the region to welcome the New Year. Adams County Gettysburg Gettysburg started a new tradition a few years back: the raising of Abraham Lincoln’s stovepipe hat to count down to midnight in Lincoln Square. The event, "From Times Square to Gettysburg Square," starts at 4 p.m. with family-friendly activities, including a holiday movie, face painting, balloon animals…

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by Jillian Pikora
Egg Harbor Township, NJ
Police & Fire
Woman, 20, Two Teens Arrested For Fight At National Night Out Event In South Jersey: Police Woman, 20, Two Teens Arrested For Fight At National Night Out Event In South Jersey: Police
Woman, 20, Two Teens Arrested For Fight At National Night Out Event In South Jersey: Police An Atlantic City woman and two teens were accused of fighting during a National Night Out event in Egg Harbor Township, authorities said. Latairah Abdul-Haqq, 20, was arrested, along with two 17-year-old girls from Mays Landing and Galloway, an Egg Harbor Township police spokesperson said on Wednesday, Aug. 7. The three were charged with disorderly conduct and simple assault. Investigators said the fight started right before the event's fireworks display at around 8:50 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 6. "Large groups of teenagers were continuously gathering throughout the evening and …

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by Chris Spiker
Fairfield, CT
Lifestyle
Fairfield Moves Fireworks Due To Storms, Rain Fairfield Moves Fireworks Due To Storms, Rain
Fairfield Moves Fireworks Due To Storms, Rain Don't worry; thunderstorms forecast for the weekend won't ruin planned fireworks displays in Fairfield County; they are just moved a day later.  Numerous cities and towns, including Stamford, New Canaan, Fairfield, and Greenwich, announced on Friday, July 5, that they have canceled fireworks scheduled for Saturday, July 6, to Sunday, July 7. All the details remain the same, such as time and place, just the date has changed. "Safety is always our top priority in making any decision to postpone," said Fairfield First Selectman William Gerber. "The weather for Sunday is expecte…

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by Kathy Reakes
Stamford, CT
News
Stamford Delays Fireworks Display Due To Smoke From Wildfires Stamford Delays Fireworks Display Due To Smoke From Wildfires
Stamford Delays Fireworks Display Due To Smoke From Wildfires Due to poor air quality and visibility conditions from continuing wildfires in Canada, the city of Stamford will postpone its Independence Day firework display. The fireworks were set to be showcased on Friday, June 30 at 6 p.m. at Cummings Beach. “We want to host the best Independence Day fireworks show possible,” said Stamford Mayor Caroline Simmons. “Because of air quality concerns, as well as the fact that the visibility of tonight’s show would be compromised, we’ve decided to take advantage of our negotiated rain date and postpone the fireworks until next week.” The fireworks will now…

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by Kathy Reakes
Rutherford, NJ
Lifestyle
Summer Fun: State Fair Meadowlands Returns Summer Fun: State Fair Meadowlands Returns
Summer Fun: State Fair Meadowlands Returns Racing pigs. Water gun races. A magician. It's about to be state fair season in North Jersey.  The State Fair Meadowlands is returning for another year, kicking off June 22 and running through July 9.  This year, the fair is offering attractions like Pirates of the Colombian Caribbean, Cycle Circus, racing pigs and a magician. A petting zoo will be on the grounds, allowing guests to interact with ponies, llamas, donkeys and patrons will be able to shoot basketball free throws and take part in water gun races. The fair will be open weeknights with extended hours on weekends and Ju…

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by Sam Barron
Pound Ridge, NY
Lifestyle
Planned Large Crowd Prompts Change In Pound Ridge Fireworks Celebration Planned Large Crowd Prompts Change In Pound Ridge Fireworks Celebration
Planned Large Crowd Prompts Change In Pound Ridge Fireworks Celebration Due to an expected large crowd at Pound RIdge's June 30 fireworks display, the town will limit the number of non-resident parking passes to 180 this year. Passes will be issued on a first-come first-served basis at the Pound Ridge Townhouse located at 179 Westchester Ave  in Pound Ridge and will not be available after June 27 at 4:30 p.m. "Please plan accordingly as non-residents that are not accompanying residents will not be permitted to park in any locations designated for parking for this event," town officials said in a news statement. There is no roadside or off-road parkin…

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by Jon Craig