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⛅ Hot and humid, chance of afternoon thunderstorms; high of 89

Here’s today’s roundup:

It’s a huge travel weekend, but if you’re staying local, check out our guide for celebrating July 4th right here. There’s the annual three-day Harborfest, the famous reading of the Declaration of Independence, and the breathtaking annual turnaround sail of the USS Constitution.

Oh (shh, don’t tell anyone), there are fireworks! We’ve got a list of the best places to catch Friday night’s pyrotechnics bonanza.

BU alum Peter Vandermark was a local photojournalist in 1974 when he shot a day of filming off Martha’s Vineyard, watching a little-known director named Steven Spielberg (Hon.’09) make movie magic: Jaws. Now, on the 50th anniversary of the blockbuster’s release, he shares his exclusive photos of the stars on set.

Headed to the seaside this weekend? Check out our list of perfect beach reads, including new releases and some classics you may have missed.