With the 4 th of July upon us, towns big and small across the US will once again engage in an almost never-ending round of pyrotechnic displays that will draw plenty of oohs and aahs. The largest, ...

As has been the case for many years, many Americans will celebrate Independence Day this weekend, whether at home or at various vacation destinations. After the beach outing or barbeque, many will ...

A Maine fireworks company has temporarily been suspended from operating in Massachusetts after more than two dozen “highly hazardous” fireworks shells washed up on Chappaquiddick Island on Martha’s ...

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It's hard to imagine there's a person in America who doesn't have at least a few childhood memories associated with fireworks. Thunderously loud, dazzlingly bright, and of course, that grand finale ...