List of Massachusetts beaches closed ahead of the Fourth of July weekend, according to the state Department of Public Health.

Boston’s iconic Fourth of July festivities are set to welcome thousands of visitors from across the country to the Esplanade ...

As Americans ready themselves for fireworks and festivities, they should anticipate some stores and services may not operate ...

Fourth of July fireworks shows in Massachusetts start early this week, but they do not end on Independence Day.

AAA and MassDOT forecast that Wednesday and Thursday will see the heaviest traffic around Boston, as residents try to "make ...

The New York Stock Exchange, Nasdaq, and bond markets will close early the day before Independence Day (Thursday, July 3, ...

A seaside escape is always a popular summer activity, particularly for Fourth of July festivities, but with potentially ...

Every summer, fireworks cause fires and serious injuries across the state. 4th of July fireworks in western Mass.

Health officials issue warnings as bacteria and stormwater runoff contaminate beaches nationwide, closing popular swimming ...

There are plenty of permitted fireworks displays across the state: There will be over 70 fireworks displays in Massachusetts ...

A fireworks explosion ahead of a Fourth of July celebration at a Cape Cod country club has prompted state fire investigators to respond to the scene.

Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July hot dog-eating contest is Friday. The yearly bun fight, which dates back to 1972, sees large ...