Crowds fill Jersey Shore beaches for July 4 weekend
Crowds flocked to the Jersey Shore on July 4 as people anxious to get out of the house and enjoy the holiday weekend as New Jersey eased coronavirus restrictions.
Crowds flocked to the Jersey Shore on July 4 as people anxious to get out of the house and enjoy the holiday weekend as New Jersey eased coronavirus restrictions.
Crowds flock to Jersey Shore Beaches
Large crowds flocked to Jersey Shore beaches to enjoy the July 4 weekend. Credit: AtTheShore.com via Storyful
Large crowds flocked to Jersey Shore beaches to enjoy the July 4 weekend. Credit: AtTheShore.com via Storyful
Pools, beaches across the region open for July 4 weekend
The July 4 weekend this year is unlike any other in recent history, but the COVID-19 pandemic doesn't mean you can't still find some ways to safely enjoy yourself.
The July 4 weekend this year is unlike any other in recent history, but the COVID-19 pandemic doesn't mean you can't still find some ways to safely enjoy yourself.
Ways to celebrate a unique July 4 weekend
The July 4 weekend this year is unlike any other in recent history, but the COVID-19 pandemic doesn't mean you can't still find some ways to safely enjoy yourself.
The July 4 weekend this year is unlike any other in recent history, but the COVID-19 pandemic doesn't mean you can't still find some ways to safely enjoy yourself.
'Huge bummer': Fourth of July will test Americans' discipline
With confirmed cases climbing in 40 states, governors have ordered the wearing of masks in public, and families were urged to celebrate their independence at home. Even then, they were told to keep their backyard cookouts small.
With confirmed cases climbing in 40 states, governors have ordered the wearing of masks in public, and families were urged to celebrate their independence at home. Even then, they were told to keep their backyard cookouts small.
Pools, parks reopen for July 4 weekend
Pools, parks, and even restaurants are all reopening across the region in order to celebrate a unique July 4 weekend.
Pools, parks, and even restaurants are all reopening across the region in order to celebrate a unique July 4 weekend.
Virus concerns grow as huge crowds flood Jersey Shore for July 4 weekend
With coronavirus-related restrictions being eased and temperatures climbing, people are flocking back to the Jersey Shore.
With coronavirus-related restrictions being eased and temperatures climbing, people are flocking back to the Jersey Shore.
Traffic at a Standstill as Beachgoers Flock to Jersey Shore
Traffic was backed up along the Jersey Shore on July 3 as people flocked to beaches to kick off Fourth of July weekend.
Traffic was backed up along the Jersey Shore on July 3 as people flocked to beaches to kick off Fourth of July weekend.
What's open at the Jersey Shore for the holiday weekend
Here's a quick look at what's open and which coronavirus-related restrictions remain in place at the Jersey Shore as the July Fourth weekend arrives:
Here's a quick look at what's open and which coronavirus-related restrictions remain in place at the Jersey Shore as the July Fourth weekend arrives:
Thunderbirds will fly over New York City on July 4
Military planes will conduct flyovers over New York City and a handful of other cities along the East Coast as part of this year's July Fourth celebration amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Military planes will conduct flyovers over New York City and a handful of other cities along the East Coast as part of this year's July Fourth celebration amid the coronavirus pandemic.
As COVID-19 cases surge, tips to salvage some fun this summer
As the number of coronavirus cases continue to surge across the nation, some might consider it a lost summer. But others are simply trying to make the best of it. FOX 5 NY spoke to two experts about how you can still celebrate the upcoming holiday and enjoy the summer, even if it's in a non-traditional way.
As the number of coronavirus cases continue to surge across the nation, some might consider it a lost summer. But others are simply trying to make the best of it. FOX 5 NY spoke to two experts about how you can still celebrate the upcoming holiday and enjoy the summer, even if it's in a non-traditional way.
The National Archives will host its first-ever virtual celebration of Independence Day
The National Archives, the nation’s record keeper, has announced that it will host its first-ever virtual celebration of the holiday.
The National Archives, the nation’s record keeper, has announced that it will host its first-ever virtual celebration of the holiday.
Special federal officers to protect monuments over July 4 weekend
Rapid Deployment Teams from the Homeland Security Department will be deployed to protect federal monuments around the country.
Rapid Deployment Teams from the Homeland Security Department will be deployed to protect federal monuments around the country.
Spirit Halloween squashes closure rumors, says it will return despite COVID-19 pandemic
Despite rumors circulating that the franchise would not be returning until 2021, Spirit Halloween has announced that it will be back this year.
Despite rumors circulating that the franchise would not be returning until 2021, Spirit Halloween has announced that it will be back this year.
First night of Macy's fireworks
The first show was launched from the East River between Long Island City and the Upper East Side. It ended just before 10 p.m.
The first show was launched from the East River between Long Island City and the Upper East Side. It ended just before 10 p.m.
NYC replacing July 4 fireworks with smaller 5-minute shows
In order to prevent crowds from gathering, Macy's annual July 4 fireworks display will be replaced by a series of several five-minute fireworks shows.
In order to prevent crowds from gathering, Macy's annual July 4 fireworks display will be replaced by a series of several five-minute fireworks shows.
Macy's to put on series of small fireworks shows throughout NYC
The annual Macy's Fourth of July Fireworks Spectacular will be reworked this year as the city continues to battle the coronavirus pandemic.
The annual Macy's Fourth of July Fireworks Spectacular will be reworked this year as the city continues to battle the coronavirus pandemic.
Fireworks and pets: Tips to keep your dog or cat calm and safe on the Fourth of July
Loud fireworks displays are no fun for pets, who can become frightened or disoriented by the sound.
Loud fireworks displays are no fun for pets, who can become frightened or disoriented by the sound.
White House 4th of July celebration still on despite COVID-19 pandemic
President Donald Trump is moving ahead with a lower-key “Salute to America” celebration this year on July Fourth, despite concerns from some lawmakers about the crowds the event could generate during the coronavirus pandemic.
President Donald Trump is moving ahead with a lower-key “Salute to America” celebration this year on July Fourth, despite concerns from some lawmakers about the crowds the event could generate during the coronavirus pandemic.
Juneteenth to become holiday for NYC workers, students
Juneteenth will be an official holiday for city workers and schoolchildren next year, and New York City will form a new commission to examine its history of racial discrimination, Mayor Bill de Blasio said Friday.
Juneteenth will be an official holiday for city workers and schoolchildren next year, and New York City will form a new commission to examine its history of racial discrimination, Mayor Bill de Blasio said Friday.