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July 4 Weekend Travel 2025: When To Avoid Worst Congestion In NY Metro Area
The Independence Day weekend is a popular time for getting away, according to AAA.

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The Independence Day weekend is a popular time for getting away, according to AAA.

The Independence Day weekend is a popular time for getting away, according to AAA.
The blaze started late Tuesday morning, according to the fire department.
The tree was struck on Tuesday evening, according to fire officials.
Five men face multiple charges, according to police.
The accident happened early Monday morning, according to police.
The victim was fatally stabbed Saturday night, according to police.
Meteorologists caution area residents about the potential for thunderstorms Tuesday evening.
The arrest stems from an incident at a Target store in Bethel in June.
A hazardous weather outlook has been issued, along with the timeline for a severe weather threat, and a look at the July 4 forecast.
The accident happened in May in East Hampton, according to state officials.
The business announced its upcoming closure this week.
The business has been working nonstop to get back to serving customers after a power outage melted its frozen treats.
Meteorologists also say when we’ll exceed 90 degrees again in Connecticut.
The 19-year-old drowned in the Hudson River near Haverstraw Beach State Park, according to state police.
“This has been a very difficult and emotional decision and we are so sad to say goodbye,” the owners said.
The two threats happened in July 2024, according to police.
The repairs were needed following damage Thursday.
The man’s body was found on Thursday morning, according to police.
The early Wednesday accident remains under investigation, according to police.