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IMAGES: Marathon Bombing Memorial Completed In Boston
Memorial stones to honor the lives of those who died in the April 15, 2013 Boston Marathon Bombings were installed Monday at the sites of the attack.
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FBI Investigating Ballot Box Set on Fire in Boston's Copley Square
The FBI is now investigating after Massachusetts’ secretary of state informed them of what appears to be a deliberate attack.
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Ballot Box Set on Fire in Copley Square
Thirty-five ballots are no longer able to be used, according to Massachusetts’ top elections official, Secretary of State William Galvin, and Boston Mayor Marty Walsh, who urged people who used the box Saturday and early Sunday to contact them to get replacement ballots.
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2 Arrested in Dueling Copley Square Protests
A contentious scene played out Sunday in Boston’s Copley Square.
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Racial Justice Rally in Boston Draws Hundreds of ‘Black Lives Matter' Supporters
Hundreds of “Black Lives Matter” supporters rallied in Boston on Saturday to take a stand and make a statement for racial justice. A diverse crowd came together in Copley Square, where those gathering shared live music and posted drawings of victims of deadly police shootings to the ground outside Trinity Church. “People are trying to heal as well as grieve…
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Hundreds of BLM Supporters Gather in Copley Square Saturday
Hundreds of “Black Lives Matter” supporters gathered in Boston’s Copley Square to advocate for racial justice on Saturday.
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Lebanese Bostonians Gather for Vigil After Beirut Explosion
As survivors of a massive explosion this week in Beirut, Lebanon, face a daunting recovery effort, a small community of Lebanese Bostonians came together to stand in solidarity. A youth-led vigil in Copley Square on Saturday brought together a group of more than 100 people who were not directly impacted by Tuesday’s blast, but who still have a...
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Vigil Held for Victims of Beirut Explosion
A group gathered in Copley Square in Boston Saturday to pay tribute to those who lost their lives in the Beirut explosion last Tuesday.
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Counting Down to ‘First Night' Celebration on NBC10
Events begin at 11:45 a.m., including ice sculptures, musical acts, fireworks displays and much more.
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Worker Dies During First Night Boston Preparations
The tragic accident occurred while crews were setting up a light tower
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Single By Sunday to Headline First Night Boston
First Night Boston, New England’s biggest New Year’s Eve celebration, has announced that Single By Sunday will headline its December 31 concert in Copley Square. As the finale to twelve hours of free entertainment, light shows, ice sculptures, and other family-friendly programming, the four-man band will ring in the New Year with thousands of cheering fans. With the illuminated...
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At This Boston School, Friendships Lift More Students to Graduation Day
Jason Moreno isn’t the type of student you’d expect to receive extra attention from his teachers. Moreno plays sports and serves on student council at the Snowden International School in Boston, where he’s a sophomore. Teachers say he’s bright and funny. He has plenty of friends, and he goes home each night to a supportive family.
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For Some Student Loan Borrowers, Bankruptcy Could Be Viable Option
Some 44 million Americans have outstanding education loans, and for many, the burden of making monthly payments can be crushing. But for a small number of borrowers who truly can’t afford to pay back their debt, there may be a solution they’ve overlooked: going to bankruptcy court.
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Thousands Participate in Jimmy Fund Walk
Thousands of people participated in the Jimmy Fund Walk in Boston on Sunday.
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Pete Frates Gets Red Sox World Series Ring
This month marks five years since the ice bucket challenge helped raise millions of dollars for the fight against amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or ALS. Those behind the viral charity campaign gathered at Copley Square Monday to commemorate the anniversary with a soaking celebration.
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Straight Pride Parade in Boston: What Is It and Why Is It Happening?
Boston’s controversial Straight Pride Parade is scheduled for Saturday. It’s an event that has drawn national attention, and derision. What is it, and how did it all get started? And how crazy could things get in Boston on Saturday?
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Boston Police Outline Security Plan for Controversial Straight Pride Parade
Heightened security will be in place in downtown Boston Saturday as police anticipate large crowds for the controversial Straight Pride Parade. The Boston Police Department announced Friday on their website they have a “comprehensive operational plan in place” for the event which is scheduled from noon to 4 p.m. Saturday.
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Boston Straight Pride Parade ‘a Perversion,' Emerson College President Says
Emerson College President Lee Pelton issued a campus-wide message this week slamming Saturday’s planned Straight Pride Parade in Boston, calling it “a perversion” and a “desecration of beauty, truth and generosity.” The parade, organized by a group calling itself Super Happy Fun America, is scheduled to start at noon Saturday in Copley Square, ending at Boston City Hall with speeches....
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Wayfair's First Permanent Store Is Set to Open at Natick Mall
Massive online retailer Wayfair is about to make its first foray into permanent physical stores, opening its first lasting brick-and-mortar location Wednesday at the Natick Mall in Massachusetts. Wayfair customers can buy products from the showroom at the store or schedule delivery. They can also order custom furniture.
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With a Big Splash, Ice Bucket Challenge Celebrates 5 Years
This month marks five years since the ice bucket challenge helped raise millions of dollars for the fight against amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or ALS. Those behind the viral charity campaign gathered at Copley Square Monday to commemorate the anniversary with a soaking celebration.