A Patch photographer gives advice on capturing the sparkle in the sky.
Capturing fireworks on camera is a challenge that can be mastered easily with the right equipment and settings on your camera. Here is a short tutorial to help you capture the rockets' red glare this Fourth of July. Equipment needed: Have a fireworks photo to share? Upload it to our Pics & Clips gallery on Patch!
The American Academy of Ophthalmology offers these tips for keeping your kids' eyes safe this Fourth of July.
Fireworks are a traditional part of Independence Day celebrations, but they can also be dangerous. Sadly, children and teens are too often hurt by fireworks. So before the celebration begins, read these fireworks safety tips from the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO). According to the AAO, of the 9,000 fireworks-related injuries each year, 21% are eye injuries and more than half of the victims are young children or teenagers. For example: "Many Americans get caught up in the excitement of the Fourth of July, and forget that fireworks are also dangerous explosives," said Monica L. Monica, M.D., an ophthalmologist and clinical correspondent for the American Academy of Ophthalmology. "The safest choice is to attend a professional …
Heading into Philadelphia to see the fireworks? SEPTA will be running late trains back to the suburbs.
SEPTA has announced that on Wednesday, July 4, regional rail lines and transit service, will run on a Sunday schedule. However, due to the Welcome America events in Philadelphia, including a parade and the Grande Finale Fireworks, late hour service will be offered on regional rail service. Riders can take advantage of the late hour Regional Rail schedule to get home from the city after the fireworks, including on the Lansdale/Doylestown Line, which will leave Suburban Station at 11:45 p.m. and will arrive in Doylestown at 12:57 a.m. Click here for more information on the holiday schedule, the Sunday schedule and the last trains to leave the city on July 4.
If you have any questions about buying fireworks, the State Police might have the answer
The following information comes courtesy of the Pennsylvania State Police. Due to the upcoming July 4th holiday and summer season, here are some FAQs regarding fireworks. Q: Can I use fireworks in Pennsylvania? A: State law prohibits the use of Consumer and Display Fireworks in Pennsylvania without a permit. Items defined as “ground and hand-held sparkling devices”, “novelties” and “toy caps” in American Pyrotechnics Association (APA) Standard 87-1 are not currently regulated by State Law; therefore, their sale and use are permissible. These “non-fireworks” are the only types allowed to be sold from tents, stands, convenience stores, retail establishments and other various outlets not licensed by the Department of Agriculture. Q: Can I …
The Ambler Kiwanis Carnival will be held July 3 to July 7 at the Wissahickon High School.
The annual Kiwanis Carnival will feature all the favorite rides and food again this year, as well as everyone's favorite fireworks! The carnival, at the Wissahickon High School, will run Tuesday, July 3 through July 7, with fireworks scheduled for Friday, July 6 beginning around 9 p.m. The carnival will be open 6 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday, 6:30 p.m. to 11 p.m. on Friday, and 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Saturday. Bracelets, which let you ride all the rides for one price, will be available Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday for $20, and good for the entire day they are bought. Bracelets will also be available on Saturday for $15, but will only be valid from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. On the night of the fireworks, parking and traffic can …
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That is usually up to the discretion of the person at the gate of each ride, as far as I know, but I would say if you ask nicely and have a cute kid, you have a chance. You can also just buy tickets for individual rides instead of getting the bracelet, which would probably come out better with a 2 year old anyway. more ›
Patch gives you six great places to celebrate number 235!
It’s America’s birthday (number 235!), and there are plenty of free events and festivals throughout Montgomery County and the surrounding area for all ages. Here are six good ones for you to attend: Lastly, be safe for the holiday. Designate a driver, and leave the fireworks displays to the professionals. We want all of our beloved readers to stay healthy and well, and to enjoy this great American day of celebration. Cheers!
Both township officials and a Patch investigation found nothing illegal.
The big white tent selling fireworks outside the Dreshertown Shop n Bag is completely legal, according to Upper Dublin Township officials and a Patch investigation. After we ran a story detailing how the Montgomery County District Attorney’s office released a reminder for residents that many fireworks are illegal, a number of Patch readers mailed in to decry the stand. “Maybe the township should take the high road and not let those clowns sell fireworks in Upper Dublin,” said one reader. “Allowing them to have these tents... is showing people mixed messages that they are OK to buy. Then, when someone gets hurt it becomes a problem, when in fact they shouldn't be allowed to have them,” said another. However, the truth of the matter is that …
Police departments in Montco are 'giving priority' to fireworks complaints this weekend
The staccato pops of strings of firecrackers are already audible throughout many neighborhoods in Montgomery County, but District Attorney Risa Ferman and county sheriff Eileen Behr want to remind you: they are against the law. Firecrackers, along with "pinwheels, torpedoes, jumping jacks, skyrockets, bottle rockets, roman candles, aerial fireworks, blockbusters and cherry bombs," are illegal fireworks under the state's Health & Safety Act, the district attorney's office said in a Wednesday press release. "Anyone who uses, sells or transports these materials without the appropriate permit is subject to arrest on charges of illegal transportation of explosive devices, risking a catastrophe, arson, assault and other charges stemming from the…
There's fun, food and funnel cakes at the Ambler Kiwanis Carnival.
The annual Ambler Kiwanis Carnival runs through Saturday, July 2, with fireworks July 1. Here's some highlights from the first couple of days.
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