HUDSON VALLEY – The sky above the Walkway Over the Hudson was filed with fire and light Thursday night as the Hudson Valley joined the nation in celebrating Independence Day.
That was one of many events across the region.
For many, it was also a day for picnics, the pool or a beach, if you could find a space among thousands seeking relief from muggy 90-degree weather.
Rockland Lake State Park reached capacity by late morning and no further visitors were allowed entry.