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For Immediate Release: May 18, 2020 Contact: Miria Gray, Norwich Events Organization Phone: 860-984-5523 Email: GoNorwichCT@gmail.com Norwich Harbor Fireworks cancelled due to Covid-19 This free community event would have brought thousands of people to downtown Norwich Norwich, CT - Norwich Events Organization (NEO) regrettably announces it is cancelling the 2020 Norwich Harbor Fireworks extravaganza due to health and safety concerns resulting from the coronavirus pandemic. “It is unfortunate that we can’t provide this amazing community event,” states Rebecca Alberts, NEO Chairman. “We were keeping our fingers crossed that this year’s event would be able to take place, but it’s more important that we support social distancing recommendations and keep our community safe.” The annual fireworks extravaganza is organized by NEO volunteers and funded by local sponsorships and donations. About Norwich Events Organization: Norwich Events Organization is a nonprofit, 501(c)3 all-volunteer committee that organizes community events for the citizens of Norwich and our surrounding community. These events are funded 100% by tax-deductible donations. To learn more about Norwich Events Organization, please visit our website GoNorwichCT.com ###