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Wilcox Industries has proposed sponsoring several events to honor veterans for America's 250th birthday celebration in Portsmouth.

The proposed events for July 3, 2026, include a silent auction, a fishing tournament, a boat race, and a street festival.

Proceeds from the various events are planned to be donated to designated veteran organizations.

The company will also sponsor the city's 2026 fireworks display, which it had previously sponsored for 10 years.

PORTSMOUTH — Wilcox Industries of Newington is planning to sponsor a series of events on Friday, July 3, 2026 to honor area veterans on America’s 250th birthday celebration.

The events, as now proposed, are slated to run at various times throughout the day at different locations in the city, according to Ji

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