Washington mum over North Korea firepower

North Korea has launched seven mid-range missiles off its eastern coast since Friday. The display of firepower no doubt coincided with the United States Independence Day celebrations.President Barack Obama has made no public statement about the launching of the missiles. According to the Associated Press, an administration official said that any reaction from Washington would be muted.Staff writer Jeff Offord can be reached at (609) 871-8077 or at jofford@phillyBurbs.com.