Police encountered an illegal fireworks display Wednesday night so large and powerful that they called in a bomb squad to safely dispose of it, Police Chief Carl Sferrazza said Thursday. Four peopl… ...

They came from across Jackson County and beyond as crowds numbering in the thousands packed Cascades Falls Park on Monday to commemorate America's independence.

Fireworks draw crowd to Szot Park in Chicopee. Updated: Jun. 30, ... Among the families at the event were the Tindells, of Chicopee, who set up a blanket and chairs to watch the fireworks.

July 4 events, protests draw crowds in Washington; thousands arriving via Metro to the Mall for military flyovers and fireworks. Visitors advised to use transit and avoid massive street closures.