Ready to Inventorymove? is low. Let’s connect! elliman.com In his update to the Village of Garden City Board of Trustees, at their meeting on Thursday June 15, Garden City Fire Department Chief Matthew Pearn explained some of the dangers of people using fireworks at home, often purchased out of state.

“I would like to provide safety tips for our residents with the Fourth of July approaching. Fireworks account for over 19,000 fires annually in the U.S. PLEASE - we encourage all residents to take care, and do not utilize fireworks at the home. Please go to a show whether it’s at one thrown by Nassau County or a private show. PLEASE do not utilize fireworks or sparklers at home. The highest range of injuries suffered by burns are for children ages 10 to 14, predominantly through sparklers. So please do not utilize fireworks over the holiday weekend, do not use fireworks and sparklers at home,” Chief Pearn stated.

He advised that for families looking to have a home celebration with the children, the best options are glow sticks, noise makers and other party items.

Photo by Ed Rotondo

Garden City’s many sports teams are celebrated in the Garden City News’ Sports Wrapup section inside this week’s issue. Above, the seniors of the Garden City High School Varsity Baseball Team.

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BY RIKKI MASSAND