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Kids oohed and ahhed as fireworks lit up the night sky.

This Independence Day, fireworks soar far over Firemen’s Field

The annual Valley Stream Fourth of July celebration last weekend gave the community an opportunity to dance, eat and celebrate. A $15 a ticket gave families an event where they could enjoy the … more

By Caroline Kelly | 7/16/23

At around 9:15 p.m., fireworks lit up the night sky over Firemen’s Field in front of dozens of families.

Fireworks soar high over Firemen’s Field

The sizzling smell of nearby backyard barbecues filled the air at Firemen’s Memorial Field during the village’s annual Independence Day Fireworks display. Dozens of families arrived in … more

By Juan Lasso | 7/7/22

Spectators can watch the show from inside the field for $8 in advance or $10 at the door.

Thousands expected at annual village fireworks show

About 25,000 people are expected to gather at Firemen’s Field on July 4 at 6:30 p.m. for the Village of Valley Stream’s and the Valley Stream Chamber of Commerce’s 26th annual Fourth of July fireworks show. more

By Melissa Koenig | 6/28/17

Veterans and active military personnel will be able to visit Hempstead Town beaches for free this weekend.

Town waives recreational fees for military personnel Independence Day weekend

To salute the veterans and active service personnel in honor of Independence Day, Hempstead Town will waive parks’ admission fees on the July 4th weekend for active military personnel and … more

7/3/14

Fireworks lit up the sky over Valley Stream on the Fourth of July.

Fireworks light up sky over Valley Stream

An estimated crowd of 30,000 people gathered to watch Valley Stream’s annual Fourth of July Fireworks Spectacular on Thursday night, one of the biggest Independence Day events on Long Island. more

By Andrew Hackmack | 7/5/13

Eisenhower Park is the scene of a patriotic light display as thousands will gather for some holiday revelry on Saturday.

Fireworks displays start Saturday

It's time to enjoy those July Fourth fireworks. The pyrotechnics are always glorious and with the holiday falling midweek – on Wednesday this year – the festivities begin early, so we can partake of holiday merriment throughout the week. more

By Karen Bloom | 6/27/12

One of the many guests on Monday evening gets an up close look at the fireworks, which also drew several thousand people to watch from outside the park.

Thousands celebrate the Fourth in Valley Stream

More than 4,000 people gathered at Firemen’s Field on July 4 for the annual fireworks show, hosted by the village and Valley Stream Chamber of Commerce. Vinny Ang, assistant to the village Board of Trustees, said it was one of the largest crowds in years. more

7/6/11

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