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1 week ago | courierpostonline.com | Michele Haddon |Kai Lincke |Anthony Dimattia |Celeste Whittaker

Juneteenth, commemorating the end of slavery in the U.S., is celebrated annually June 19. Although the Emancipation Proclamation was signed in 1863, enslaved people in Texas weren't freed until June 19, 1865. Celebrations originated in Texas in 1866 and have since spread nationwide, evolving to include various traditions. Juneteenth recognizes one of the most important moments in United States history.

1 week ago | phillyburbs.com | Michele Haddon |Kai Lincke

The federal holiday Juneteenth will be observed Thursday, June 19, and, due to it being the nation's newest holiday, questions arise about what's open and what's closed. When is Juneteenth 2025? Juneteenth, commemorating June 19, 1865, the day that the country’s last slaves were freed after the Civil War, is always celebrated on June 19. This year, the date falls on a Thursday. Will government offices be closed on Juneteenth?

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Michele Haddon |Kai Lincke

The federal holiday Juneteenth will be observed Thursday, June 19, and, due to it being the nation's newest holiday, questions arise about what's open and what's closed. When is Juneteenth 2025? Juneteenth, commemorating June 19, 1865, the day that the country’s last slaves were freed after the Civil War, is always celebrated on June 19. This year, the date falls on a Thursday. Will government offices be closed on Juneteenth?

2 weeks ago | phillyburbs.com | Lacey Latch |Kai Lincke |Michele Haddon

Lacey Latch Kai Lincke Michele HaddonBucks County Courier TimesCommunities across the U.S. and in the Bucks County area are preparing to celebrate the nation’s newest federal holiday, Juneteenth, which recognizes the end of slavery in the U.S. Juneteenth commemorates June 19, 1865, the day that the country’s last slaves were freed after the Civil War. President Abraham Lincoln in Confederate states by signing the in 1863.

2 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Jo Ciavaglia |Kai Lincke |Chris Ullery

The Bucks County District Attorney’s Office has confirmed a police incident is underway involving a person barricaded in a vehicle in West Rockhill. DA spokesman Manuel Gamiz said it was not confirmed as an active shooter situation. He also did not have a location for the police activity. The incident is being handled by Pennridge Regional Police.