Seasonal & Holidays
Independence Day: What's Open, Closed In Middletown
Many industries are taking the holiday the day before the holiday, since it falls on a Saturday.
MIDDLETOWN, RI —This July 4 will be a lot different from years past, with fireworks displays and community celebrations around the state canceled due to the coronavirus pandemic.
In addition, the holiday falls on a Saturday, meaning many industries will be observing the day before.
In Middletown, town hall will be closed on Friday, while PAYT trash collection will take place without delay.
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Here's a look at what's open and closed on the Independence Day, and, where noted, on Friday in RI.
- Retail stores: Open at owner's discretion.
- Liquor stores: Open.
- Supermarkets: Open.
- Convenience stores: Open.
- Restaurants: Open at owner's discretion.
- Banks: Closed.
- Stock market: Closed Friday.
- Municipal, state, federal offices: Most are closed on Friday, check town websites for more information.
- Libraries: Closed.
- Mail: Post offices closed Saturday, regular delivery Friday.
- Trash Collection: Most towns with pickup are on a regular schedule.
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