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Oneida County Sheriff Robert Maciol is reminding local residents about the types of fireworks that are legal in New York following a recent traffic stop where deputies seized a stash of illegal ones, along with a rash of complaints from area residents.

Oneida County Sheriff Robert M. Maciol is reminding all Central New York residents on what fireworks are legal, and which are illegal. The sheriff tells The Rome Sentinel that some sparklers and other modest fireworks are legal over the July 4 period — most types of fireworks are still illegal...

With the July 4th holiday right around the corner, the Utica Police Department is reminding residents about what fireworks are lawfully permitted and not permitted.

Most fireworks are illegal in the state of New York, but some counties have made a select few "sparkling devices" legal for consumers to use.

July 4th should be a day enjoyed by people and pets. Follow these simple steps to ensure that everyone stays safe during the holiday: keep pets secure, keep children away from fireworks and use caution and eye protection when lighting fireworks.

There isn't a much better way to celebrate the 4th of July than watching a big display of fireworks. Here's where you can watch in CNY and surrounding areas.

The Village of Owego is hosting the annual Lights on the River Festival December 1 from 4 to 9 p.m.

Police say a Long Island man's fingers were amputated after fireworks exploded in his hands.

Police agencies all over the region report being very busy July 4 night and even into the early morning hours with nuisance fireworks complaints.

The owner of a Pennsylvania fireworks company says one worker has suffered a potentially life-threatening injury from an explosion.