Long Island fireworks show in honor of fallen soldiers canceled after green activists threaten protest
A fireworks show in Long Island honoring fallen soldiers has been canceled due to concerns from green activists about its impact on local wildlife. The decision was made by Islip Town Supervisor Angie Carpenter after months of pushback and threats of protest. Activists argued that the fireworks would disturb nesting bald eagles in the area.
- ▪The 'Salute to Our Fallen' fireworks show was scheduled for May 30 at Lake Ronkonkoma.
- ▪Islip Town Supervisor Angie Carpenter canceled the event after receiving pressure from activists.
- ▪Activist John Di Leonardo stated that the fireworks would harm bald eagles during their critical nesting season.
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Long Island Long Island fireworks show in honor of fallen soldiers canceled after green activists threaten protest By Brandon Cruz Published May 27, 2026, 4:35 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google A fireworks show honoring fallen soldiers on a Long Island lake was canceled after town officials caved to green activists and critics who said the display would disturb bald eagles. The “Salute to Our Fallen” firework show slated for May 30 at Lake Ronkonkoma was canceled Tuesday by Islip Town Supervisor Angie Carpenter as activists threatened to protest Carpenter made the call after months of pushback, with the display already pushed back from Memorial Day over concerns from local veterans about episodes of post-traumatic stress disorder from…
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