A look at what's closed on July 4 as Americans from coast to coast celebrate Independence Day.
The Fourth of July is a federal holiday observed every year. It commemorates the adoption of the Declaration of Independence by the Continental Congress, declaring that the 13 original colonies were a new nation and no longer a part of British rule.
It is a holiday of celebrations, parades and fireworks.
In addition to federal offices, state and local government offices are closed, which means no U.S. mail delivery.
Here's a rundown of what else is closed.
Liquor stores: In Pennsylvania, liquor stores are state-run and are closed. New Jersey liquor stores are privately owned and hours vary by location.
Department of Motor Vehicles: New Jersey DMV offices and Pennsylvania driver's license centers are closed.
Libraries: In New Jersey, four branches of the Warren County Library system, the Phillipsburg Free Public Library, the Hackettstown Free Public Library and WH Walters Free Public Library, in Alpha, are all closed. In Pennsylvania, the Easton Area Public Library, Bethlehem Area Public Library, Hellertown Library, Memorial Library of Nazareth and Vicinity and Allentown Public Library are all closed.
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Money and markets: The New York Stock Exchange is closed. Most banks and financial institutions are closed. Online banking and ATMs will remain available, though transactions such as transfers may not show up until the next business day.
Public transportation: LANTA bus and van services will not operate. TransBridge will follow a normal Sunday schedule on July 4.
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