In the U.S. and in Europe, monuments, memorials and historic names are being removed from public places because of their associations with colonial expansion, racial bigotry and discriminatory public policy. In this country . . .
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By Robert A. Scott
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7/24/20
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Get ready to mark the nation’s birthday with some lively celebrations.
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By Karen Bloom
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6/29/17
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The pyrotechnics are ready to dazzle throughout the area.
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By Karen Bloom
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6/29/16
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The Jones Beach Fourth of July fireworks display drew record crowds this year. There were approximately 139,000 spectators, according to George Gorman, a spokesman for the New York State Department of Parks and Historic Preservation.
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By Laura Schofer
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7/8/15
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The threat of an impending storm on Saturday night has forced Nassau County and Town officials to postpone their Fourth of July fireworks shows.
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By David Weingrad
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6/26/15
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After a six-year hiatus, fireworks are returning to Jones Beach for the Fourth of July. Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced on May 26 the revival of the July 4th Fireworks Spectacular, bringing back the Long Island patriotic tradition last held at the state park in 2009.
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By Andrew Hackmack
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5/27/15
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Don your red, white and blue and enjoy some fireworks at the always grand celebrations around the area.
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By Karen Bloom
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7/2/14
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Happy Fourth of July! I love this country. Two hundred thirty-eight years ago, our founders pledged their lives, their fortunes and their sacred honor to fight to bring about a world dedicated to the proposition that all men are created equal.
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7/2/14
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What makes us American? What defines us and sets us apart? In honor of the Fourth of July, I assembled a list of novels to help us discover the essence of America, help us probe the heart and soul of our great country.
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6/27/13
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Let the fireworks begin – as we get ready to celebrate our nation’s birthday.
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By Karen Bloom
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6/26/13
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