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‘Fireworks over the Susquehanna’ tonight in Pittston, West Pittston
In what has become and Independence Day tradition, the City of Pittston and Borough of West Pittston will present a fireworks display tonight beginning at dusk. Called “Fireworks over the Susquehanna” the annual event draws thousands to the riverfronts of the city and the borough and to the Firefighters Memorial Bridge which is closed to vehicular traffic for the event. The event is free of charge and all are welcome.
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One of the fireworks displays from a previous ’Fireworks over the Susquehanna’ event.
File photo by Bill Tarutis
The two communities fund the fireworks display, considered one of the best in the region, through donations from businesses and individuals. Checks may be made payable to the Pittston/West Pittston Community Fund and sent to City Hall, 35 Broad Street, Pittston PA 18640.WP Mayor Bill Goldsworthy made a plea for donations saying the event will go on but funds are needed.
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