Wednesday, July 4, 2012
Here's Five Things
Good morning, here are five things to know today: Weather: Partly sunny skies are expected today with highs in the low 80s, according to the National Weather Service. There's also a 40 percent chance of thundershowers, but they aren't expected to impact the scheduled fireworks in Boston. Boston Fireworks Guide: Thinking of heading to Boston for tonight's celebration? Make sure you're caught up on everything you need to know. Other Places Celebrating the Fourth: If you're not interested in heading to the big city, there are other places celebrating the fourth with fireworks tonight, too. Check out this list of celebrations nearby. Just Don't Set Them Off Yourself...: The state's fire marshall reminds residents that fireworks are illegal …
Tuesday, July 3, 2012
From Boston Pops-backed fireworks to porta-potties, here's all you need to know to plan your Independence Day festivities July 3 and 4.
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Tuesday, July 3, 2012
Jennifer Hudson will headline the Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular during the city's 39th annual Independence Day celebration. The fun starts Tues, July 3 at 6 p.m., with a concert at 8:30 p.m., followed by more festivities on Wed, July 4 as thousands of people from across the country will flock to the Hatch Shell on the Charles River Esplanade for live music, food, and of course, fireworks. The Oval (the area in front of the Hatch Shell) opens at 9 a.m. Wednesday with entertainment throughout the day and into the evening. Other performers include Michael Chiklis, Keith Lockhart, conductor of the Boston Pops, and performances from the Broadway hit MAMMA MIA! as the city goes all out with cannons, military plane flyovers, performances by …
Monday, July 2, 2012
"All fireworks are illegal in Massachusetts."
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Monday, July 2, 2012
The following is information provided by the Massachusetts State Fire Marshall's Office: All fireworks are illegal in Massachusetts. The possession and use of all fireworks by private citizens is illegal in Massachusetts. This includes Class C fireworks which are sometimes falsely called "safe and sane" such as sparklers, party poppers, snappers, firecrackers, spinners and cerry bombs, to name a few. Sparklers burn at 1800 degrees Farenheit. It is illegal to transport fireworks into Massachusetts, even if they were purchased legally elsewhere. Illegal fireworks can be confiscated on the spot. Do not purchase through mail-order or online catalogues. The distribution of mail-order catalogues that clearly state that fireworks are illegal in …
Sunday, July 1, 2012
Today we celebrate our independence! Find out what's open, closed on July 4.
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Sunday, July 1, 2012
Independence Day celebrates America's birthday (the U.S.A. is 235 years old this year). It commemorates the anniversary of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776, which is when the original 13 Colonies officially declared their independence from England. Here's the list of what is open and closed in most states on July 4: Open: Closed: MBTA Schedule: For those of you traveling this July 4th or heading into Boston for the annual fireworks show, the MBTA is operating on a Sunday schedule and many roads are closed near the Esplanade. The Fourth in Boston: Check out this schedule of events if you're planning on heading into Boston tonight. Fourth Elsewhere Near Medford: There are other places celebrating nearby …
Saturday, June 30, 2012
Celebrate the 4th of July with these fireworks displays scheduled in the Greater Boston area and North Shore of Massachusetts.
Where are Fourth of July fireworks displays near Medford? Here's a list. Click on the links for more information about each event:
cindy
8:02 am on Tuesday, July 3, 2012
I find this law ridiculous. Accidents happen two examples from above, the individuals used fireworks indoors, the other two could have been a freak accident. Just don't get too wasted before setting them off ;) more ›