Swampscott Cancels Fourth Of July Fireworks

SWAMPSCOTT, MA — With social distancing measures expected to be in place throughout most of the summer, Swampscott joined the growing list of Massachusetts communities that are canceling Fourth of July celebrations.

In Swampscott, that means the fireworks display scheduled for July 3 are off for 2020, Swampscott Town Manager Sean Fitzgerald said in a joint announcement with Lynn Mayor Thomas McGee. The traditional 3rd of July Parade hosted by the two municipalities is also canceled.

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"There is no doubt that the citizens of Lynn and Swampscott love our country and our communities and our traditions so this great event will not go away," Fitzgerald said. "As a nation, as a commonwealth, as a city, and as a town— just know we are looking forward to a time we can all celebrate together as a community."

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