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PHOTOS: Thousands Gather Downtown to Watch First Night Parade, Fireworks

Boston rings in the New Year with a massive celebration.

Courtney Sacco, Neighbor
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After a day filled with performances, exhibits and merrymaking, tens of thousands festive Bostonians took to the street on New Year's Eve to party with a grand procession and watch the city's spectacular firework display over the Boston Harbor. 

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