Published 3 months ago

Will Glen Oak Fireworks show continue?

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Peoria Police Chief Eric Echevarria is calling for the annual show at Glen Oak Park to be canceled or at least, put on pause pending a review of security issues. Park Board President Robert Johnson disagrees, saying the city of Peoria and its surrounding communities have lost too much over the years to give into undisciplined youths who cause havoc. According to the Peoria police department, they respond to an inordinate number of calls on July 3.

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Will Glen Oak Fireworks show continue?

PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) -- Publicly, it started fairly innocuously, a simple online survey asking East Bluff residents their opinion on the annual fireworks show in Glen Oak Park. It's been a safety concern for years as the city's first park is also nestled in the middle of neighborhoods, so much so that 3rd District City Councilman Tim Riggenbach said it's like inviting thousands of people into your back yard. Peoria Park District wants your f…

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