Massachusetts town cancels July 4 celebration citing lack of 'adequate public safety staffing'

Rutland, Massachusetts announced on Wednesday that it will cancel the town's annual 4th of July celebration without refunding donations because of a lack of "adequate public safety staffing."

"Although the 4th of July Committee successfully raised the funds needed for the event, the celebration cannot take place without adequate public safety staffing," a letter from the Rutland 4th of July Committee read. "Police, fire, and EMS personnel are essential to ensure the safety of attendees, manage traffic...