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Old Fire Truck’s Brakes Led to Maine Parade Death

Authorities say an initial investigation into the fatal crash at Bangor’s Fourth of July parade shows that an antique fire engine lost its braking ability when it crushed a man driving a tractor. Police said 63-year-old Wallace Fenlason was killed …

Florida Boy Struck by Float in Holiday Parade

A 5-year-old boy is recovering after he was struck by a float during a parade in southwest Florida. Dade City Police officials say it’s unclear whether the boy was run over or just knocked down during Friday’s parade. The child …