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Arizona Boardwalk is also celebrating its seventh anniversary Labor Day weekend with a splash. Don’t miss Foam Frenzy, a free event that features endless foam parties, classic fire truck water play, water squirter battle zones and other exciting water activities in the center courtyard of the area’s best entertainment destination.

The event is free for spectators at 6 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 2 inside Arenas 1 and 3 at the 38-acre Queen Creek Horseshoe Park and Equestrian Centre, located at 20464 E Riggs Road.

It's Labor Day weekend and pet parents might be tempted to share human food with their pets while barbecuing. Here are foods that are safe for pets and what to avoid during Labor Day gatherings.

In addition to the two units joining the QCFMD Emergency Transportation Services fleet Sept. 1, two more units are anticipated by the end of September 2023, providing the town with four full-time units in service and one unit available for use at the fifth station, said town officials. The staffed units in service will each have an EMT and an EMT-paramedic.

Trying before buying: Recent study suggests 78% of Americans would consider renting an electric car.

Since the 1-acre, lighted, off-leash dog park is a heavily used and popular facility, the cumulative effect on the site — specifically on the ability for turf to grow — calls for healthier roots to promote turf growth from heavy use by residents and their furry friends.

The Queen Creek Olive Mill is hosting a special Labor Day weekend Sangria Social this Saturday, Sept. 2, complete with three seasonal-inspired house made sangrias. Then a Grill at the Mill event on Labor Day, Monday, Sept. 4.

Founded in Glendale, Ariz., Peter Piper Pizza has remained true to its roots, serving high-quality, made-from-scratch pizza in a family-friendly atmosphere. In 1980, the pizzeria grew beyond the Phoenix area, opening its first restaurant in Tucson and adding games to the restaurant experience. Now there are over 110 corporate and franchise-owned locations nationwide.

Arizona’s laws have prescribed rigorous standards for pool barriers, such as fencing and gates, especially for homes housing children below 6 years old. Here's what every homeowner should know if they have a pool deeper than 18 inches and wider than 8 inches.

Trash and recycling services will not be impacted by the holiday. This closure will not impact any public safety or emergency services.