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Regional Roundup: Newtown's First Fourth Set for Saturday

Some of the top Patch stories making news in your area.

: Newtown is gearing up for its annual First Fourth celebration, which will be held this Saturday. Festivities include a parade, block party and fireworks. Read more local news on Newtown Patch.

: The victims of Saturday evening’s motorcycle vs. car crash at Street Road and Knowles Avenue in Upper Southampton have been identified as John “Jack” Edel, 52, of the Trevose section of Lower Southampton, and Ellen Kelly, 50, of Penndel. Both were Neshaminy School District employees and had children. Read more on Upper Southampton Patch.

: This Fourth of July, the Ad Council, the United States Department of Agriculture and the United States Department of Health and Human Services are letting the Founding Fathers do the talking with a unique infographic sharing the four easy steps to food safety. Read more local news on Lower Moreland Patch.

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: Giant Food Stores and Martin Food Markets have removed Dole Hearts of Romaine lettuce from their shelves following a recall by Dole Fresh Vegetables. Read more local news on Levittown Patch.

: Due to the upcoming Fourth of July holiday and summer season, here are some FAQs regarding fireworks. Read more local news from Bensalem Patch.

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: The Pennsylvania legislature is wrapping up its session with a bill to allow red light cameras in the Philadelphia suburbs and in Pittsburgh, according to a release issued by AAA Mid-Atlantic. Read more on Warminster Patch

: Trash and recycling pick up moves to Saturday this week, to account for the holiday. Read more local news on Upper Southampton Patch.

: June and early July typically mark the beginning of West Nile season, a time when you should become wary of mosquitoes and work to eliminate all standing water on your property. Read more local news on Hatboro-Horsham Patch.

: The U12 girls soccer team from the Buckingham United Soccer Club have advanced to the final round of the regional national championships in youth soccer. Read more local news on Doylestown Patch.


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