Friday, November 2, 2012
The president of Pyrotecnico responds to a one-year suspension from the State Fire Marshal who suspended the technicians’ and the company’s licenses and called for an investigation this past summer.
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Friday, November 2, 2012
The State Fire Marshal suspended the license of the fireworks company that was responsible for leaving unexploded shells in several Massachusetts towns last summer, according to Boston.com. The one-year suspension is effective July 10, 2012, and will run through next year’s Fourth of July season. Dear Editor, Pyrotecnico has always upheld safety as our number one priority. As we have said, earlier this year upon learning that unexploded fireworks shells were discovered in several Massachusetts communities where we had performed shows, we acted immediately to conduct a thorough examination of all communities in which displays were held. An internal review of our procedures determined that the unexploded shells were the result of a …
Monday, August 20, 2012
Pyrotecnico apologizes after several July 4 incidents that involved unexploded firework shells around Massachusetts.
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Monday, August 20, 2012
To the Editor: Our family-owned company, Pyrotecnico, has been a fireworks industry leader representing a standard of excellence for over 100 years – and safety has always been of utmost importance to us (“State Suspends License of Company That Left Live Fireworks Shell,” July 12, 2012). It is our commitment to safety that led us to act immediately when we learned that unexploded fireworks shells were retrieved in some of the Massachusetts communities in which we recently performed shows. We acted quickly to conduct thorough examinations not only of the areas in which these shells were discovered, but in every single Massachusetts location in which we had recently performed shows. With local authorities, we have determined that all of …
Thursday, July 12, 2012
Pyrotecnico allegedly left unexploded fireworks shells in several Massachusetts communities.
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Thursday, July 12, 2012
A fireworks company that held displays in Winchester had its license suspended from the state Fire Marshal's Office after unexploded fireworks shells were left in Waltham. That company, Pennsylvania-based Pyrotecnico, also staged displays in Newton, Milford, Hingham, Westford, Sharon, Wilmington, Ayer and Marion, according to the Boston Globe. A city worker mowing a lawn in Waltham ran over an unexploded shell on July 9, causing it to explode, according to the Globe. The lawnmower protected the roker from injury. On Tuesday, July 10, an undetonated firework exploded in Stoughton when a landscaper went over it with a lawnmower when cutting the grass in the outfield of the Stoughton High baseball field. There were no injuries. A second …
Wednesday, July 4, 2012
Take our poll and let us know what you think about the legalization of fireworks.
Lawmakers are considering legalizing the sale and use of fireworks in Massachusetts. If the bill passes, towns would have the ability to approve licenses for retail sale and permits for individual use. While it's already legal in 46 other states in the U.S., local fire officials are weary residents using recreational explosives could cause problems for them, according to a Boston.com report. Winchester Patch wants to know if you think Massachusetts residents are ready to handle the responsibility of fireworks. Let us know what you think in the one-click poll and comment section below.
Celebrate July 4th with these fireworks displays scheduled in the Greater Boston area and North Shore of Massachusetts.
Tuesday, July 3, 2012
Did you get some good shots of the fireworks? Share them with the community in our photo gallery.
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Tuesday, July 3, 2012
The 4th of July is one of the best days of the year. There's cookouts, parades, contests, activites, and best of all - fireworks! Boston has a plethora of locations to choose from to watch magnificient lightshows. Here's a complete list so you can find the right location for you and your family. Did you snap some photos of the 4th of July action around Winchester? Share the with the community in our photo gallery. Uploading is easy - just click the green "Share Photos and Videos" button, select the photos, and voila! Happy 4th of July to all!
Monday, July 2, 2012
Information from the Massachusetts State Fire Marshal's Office.
The following information is provided by the Massachusetts State Fire Marshall's Office: All fireworks are illegal in Massachusetts. The possession and use of all fireworks by private citizens is illegal in Massachusetts. This includes Class C fireworks which are sometimes falsely called "safe and sane" such as sparklers, party poppers, snappers, firecrackers, spinners and cerry bombs, to name a few. Sparklers burn at 1800 degrees Farenheit. It is illegal to transport fireworks into Massachusetts, even if they were purchased legally elsewhere. Illegal fireworks can be confiscated on the spot. Do not purchase through mail-order or online catalogues. The distribution of mail-order catalogues that clearly state that fireworks are illegal in …
Use this holiday week to review garden designs and add last minute touches.
The Fourth of July is right around the corner, and whether hosting company or celebrating elsewhere, now is the time to finish your garden with a pop, bang and wow of color. Many gardeners consider July 4 to be the height of the season; and believe it or not, days are already getting shorter as the season creeps toward fall. So leading up to the forth, take a quick walk through the gardens, review the initial design and look for plants that maybe just didn’t turn out as planned. Remember to take a holistic view of the garden. This is a personal paradise and notice what colors might still need to be added to achieve that individual haven. After review, pay a visit to the local greenhouse, nursery or garden center. At this time of year, most…
Tuesday, June 26, 2012
Celebrate July 4th with these fireworks displays scheduled in the Greater Boston area and North Shore of Massachusetts.
Where are Fourth of July fireworks displays near Winchester? Here's a list. Click on the links for more information about each event:
Friday, July 1, 2011
A roundup of venues to celebrate the July 4th in the area this year.
When looking for things to do in town on for the Fourth of July this weekend, Winchester residents might wonder where to catch a great display of that staple Independence Day activity: Fireworks. But while Winchester reserves its fireworks display for Town Day, there are plenty places to catch a great show. Several nearby communities will be hosting fireworks displays this weekend, according to a recent list on BostonCentral.com.
Frank White
2:40 pm on Tuesday, July 17, 2012
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