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Everything you need to know for the Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular this year
With hundreds of thousands of people expected to pour into the Esplanade, here’s what you need to know going into the Boston ...
Fourth of July celebrations start bright and early in Boston
Procession kicks off from Boston City Hall Plaza at 9 a.m. and meanders to the Old State House for the annual reading of the U.S. Declaration of Independence.
Frustrated about fireworks? Here’s who to call
To report fireworks activity, residents can call (617) 343-9800. In Worcester, the Worcester 311 app offers a “quick and easy ...
Cape Cod Fourth of July fireworks explosion: Massachusetts officials emphasize safety
An explosion ahead of a Fourth of July celebration at a Cape Cod country club has prompted officials to issue safety warnings ...
‘Mushroom cloud of smoke’: 2 hospitalized after fireworks explode on Cape Cod golf course
According to the Mashpee Fire Department, 8 total people were evaluated by medical teams as a result of the explosion.
Fireworks designer Matt Shea orchestrates the skies over the Boston Pops July Fourth celebration
Matt Shea, of Pyrotecnico, has designed the Mugar Family Fireworks at the Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular since 2000.
Boston Harborfest kicks off 3 days of celebrations Wednesday
Three days of celebrations in Boston kick off on Wednesday, culminating with Independence Day celebrations on Friday, July 4.
Boston kicks off nation's birthday with Harborfest as preps continue for Esplanade fireworks show
The U.S.S. Donald Cook is also docked in Boston for the weekend, where the public can take tours of the missile guided ...