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Camp Lejeune cancels 4th of July fireworks

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Base leaders at Camp Lejeune have decided to cancel this year's 4th of July event for the public to minimize the fiscal impact on vital programs affected by sequestration. Full story...
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Downtown businesses pitch in to help fund fireworks

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videoAfter Wilmington lost its biggest sponsor of the firework show in February, it considered spending an additional $15,000 to fund the display on top of the $10,000 the budget allows for. Full story...
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City considers extra $25k to cover July 4 fireworks

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video Wilmington's annual July 4 firework show lost its biggest sponsor earlier this year. The city says the show will go on, but who will pay for it? Full story...
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TRAFFIC ALERT: Bridge lanes closed briefly Saturday at Wrightsville Beach for fireworks

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video After the Wrightsville Beach Flotilla fireworks end Saturday night (approx. 7:30 p.m.), NCDOT plans to close traffic eastbound onto the beach and allow two lanes of traffic to flow off the beach. Full story...
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Onslow County couple charged with fireworks fire

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The fire started Sunday night when a couple was using fireworks in their back yard in the Half Moon area. Full story...
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Pender County Commission approves fireworks despite raging wildfires

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video Although 22,000 acres are still on fire in Pender County as of Monday evening, some folks say the show must go on. Full story...
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FIRST ON 3: Holiday fireworks a go around the area this weekend

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video When you think of 4th of July, most likely the first thing that pops in your mind is fireworks. But with dry conditions and wildfires across the area, a lot of people are worried the big fireworks shows across the Cape Fear may be canceled. Full story...
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Burn ban means no Carolina Beach fireworks tonight

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With a burn ban issued for the eastern part of the state, the Pleasure Island Chamber of Commerce has canceled fireworks for tonight in Carolina Beach. Full story...
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Preparations continue as Battleship Blast excitement grows

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videoSaturday night many of us will look to the skies to celebrate the Fourth of July. Friday, WWAY's Joe Mauceri took a look at the work that goes into getting ready for the nation's birthday. Full story...
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Firework safety for the little ones

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Each year, fireworks cause more than 30,000 fires and injure nearly 10,000 people. It is important to know how to use them safely, and to know what's legal. Full story...
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4th of July Fireworks displays

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WWAY has gathered a list of some of best spots in our area to catch fireworks displays. From the Hammerheads to South Columbus High School, the celebrations will be everywhere. Full story...
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Ocean Isle and Sunset Beaches cracking down on fireworks

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Yesterday we told you about what was legal to set off in North Carolina, like sparklers, but Sunset Beach police say, this year, even the legal stuff isn't allowed. Full story...
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Illegal fireworks in North Carolina

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It is that time of year, when law enforcement officials work to keep illegal fireworks from making their way from South Carolina into North Carolina. Full story...
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NC fireworks restrictions mean tiny booms

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The booms on the Fourth of July won't be any bigger this year in North Carolina. Full story...
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