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Plus, find out everything you need to know about celebrating the 4th this weekend.
Yes, even sparklers are considered fireworks and are illegal.
Heads-up: 35.5 million, or almost 85 percent of all Fourth of July travelers – will be driving to their destinations, according to AAA.
You might want to hurry and make that bank deposit before the weekend.
AAA says gas prices are down two cents from last week. Where is the cheapest in Newton?
The great white shark was seen near Orleans Monday.
Town by town, here's what's going on in Massachusetts for Independence Day 2015.
The Weather Channel is calling for thunderstorms on Sunday.
Event includes tips for pool, window and car safety, while kids can explore emergency vehicles, have car seats checked and more.
Call ahead to check on the availability of strawberries before heading out.
Amica Insurance shared important tips to make sure your swimming season is a safe one.
Longhorn Steakhouse provides a hotline should you have a grill-related emergency over Memorial Day Weekend.
The weekend weather looks mostly clear, and fairly warm, but with a chance of showers and overnight frost.
By state law, liquor stores are closed on Memorial Day in Massachusetts.
MassDOT recently announced that CapeFLYER trains will again be running from Boston to Cape Cod starting on Memorial Day weekend.
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Put in that order ASAP—these eateries are sure to be packed.
Business owners: let your customers know if you're open or closed by leaving a comment on this post.
Buttons are $10; the Boston Harbor fireworks show is at midnight.
It's going to be a chilly one.
The North American Aerospace Defense Command is using its technological prowess to help children keep up with Santa’s Christmas Eve trip.
The heaviest rain is expected on Wednesday night and may be coupled with isolated thunderstorms.
The anonymous woman said she wanted to show her gratitude to the community after moving to Brookline from Australia.
Gas hit a low of $2.27 in Massachusetts this week.
Follow these 11 tips to ensure stress-free and safe commuting.
The charitable organization said it's 40 percent short of its fundraising goal.
Rain is in the forecast...is snow, too?
Heroin addiction, a public health crisis in Massachusetts, is responsible for hundreds of deaths across the state in the last year.
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A widow recently donated her wedding ring to honor her late husband. Another widow offered $21,000 for the ring and hopes to return it.
Get everything you need to fight the snow and stay warm this winter.
A Salvation Army official said he was overwhelmed by the generous donation.
Find gifts for everyone on your shopping list.
Here are places to pick your own—or cut your own—Christmas tree in the Middlesex County area.