The annual New York Salutes America Orchard Beach Fireworks was hosted by Senator Jeff Klein and Borough President Ruben Diaz, Jr. on Thursday, June 25. The festive pre-Independece Day celebration included a ceremony, an eating contest, music and fireworks.
Borough President Ruben Diaz, Jr. with event sponsors.
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Korean War veteran Leroy Archible and Anna Archible.
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Bronx Borough Diaz caught a young participant taking a head start in the first annual empanada eating contest.
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Liz Oquendo (l) and Juana Vasquez dressed in spirit of the event.
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The Morales family gets ready for the fireworks show.
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The fireworks display off the beach delighted Bronxites.
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