Stoughton Runners, Spectators Recount Chaotic Scene Following Boston Marathon...
Just one half mile from finishing his first Boston Marathon, 25.7 miles into a 26.2 mile trek, Bobby O'Donnell III, son of Stoughton Fire Department Captain Bob O'Donnell, was stopped short of...
View ArticleContinuing Updates on Boston Marathon Bombings
Patch will be adding any new updates posted on social media about the Boston Marathon bombings to this Storify article throughout the day.
View ArticleFBI: 'No Imminent Threat' After Marathon Bombings
Boston and state police, the FBI and other federal officials said on Tuesday morning that there are no known threats to the public at this time, and that they are continuing to investigate and look for...
View ArticlePrayer Vigils and Services: Response to the Boston Marathon Bombings
For some, a prayer vigil or service is a way to gather with others and spiritually support the bombing victims, the city of Boston — even the perpetrator/s. For others, it is a way to seek answers —...
View ArticleSuspicious Package Holds Plane at Logan
UPDATE TUESDAY, APRIL 16, 11:55 A.M.: The suspicious package on the plane was re-screened and cleared by security officials, according to the TSA (Transportation Security Administration). In a press...
View ArticlePolice Presence Enhanced ‘Across MBTA’
Public transit through the city of Boston has been enhanced following Marathon Monday bombings that resulted in three deaths and injuries to more than 140 people. MBTA Spokesman Joe Pesaturo said the...
View ArticleRunners Bags Available at Park Plaza Castle Today
The Boston Athletic Association said runners may pick up their bags between 1 p.m. and 7 p.m. Tuesday at 130 Columbus Ave. Some runners have reported that they are also handing out medals, but the BAA...
View ArticleFourth Inning Rally Helps Stoughton High Baseball Beat Brockton
Behind productive days at the plate from outfielders Mike Gallagher and Jovani Pires and another solid pitching performance from Will McGrath, the Stoughton High baseball team beat visiting Brockton,...
View ArticleMedford Native Killed in Boston Marathon Bombings
A 29-year-old Medford native died in the Boston Marathon terror attacks yesterday, WCVB is reporting. Krystle Campbell was a 2001 graduate of Medford High, WCVB reported. The Boston Globe reported...
View ArticleFBI: Forensic Evidence Recovered From Bombs Used in Marathon Attack
The FBI has recovered several pieces of forensic evidence from Monday's attacks at the Boston Marathon, officials said on Tuesday night, but said they still have no suspects and no one has yet claimed...
View ArticleCity Establishes 'One Fund' for Marathon Victims
Mayor Thomas Menino and Governor Deval Patrick announced a new online funding effort to help the marathon bombing victims and families. OneFundBoston.com launched Tuesday as a simple logo and Paypal...
View ArticleThird Victim of Boston Bombings was BU Grad Student
A Boston University graduate student has been identified as the third victim of Monday's Boston Marathon bombings, according to BU Today. The student's name has not been released, pending notification...
View ArticleCancer Survivor Rides for Charity
About this sponsorship:In honor of the 60th anniversary of Sir Edmund Hillary's historic ascent of Mount Everest, Patch and Grape-Nuts are teaming up to highlight those who inspire people around them...
View ArticleStoughton High Scoreboard: Monahan Picks up Singles Win for Boys' Tennis
ON TAP - Wednesday, April 17 Baseball vs. Foxboro (varsity and freshmen away; JV home) Softball vs. Foxboro (varsity and JV home) Girls' Tennis vs. Foxboro (home) Boys' Tennis vs. Foxboro (away)...
View ArticleBoston Marathon Bombing: We Are All in This Together
"Boston is a tough and resilient town. So are its people. I’m supremely confident that Bostonians will pull together, take care of each other, and move forward as one proud city."Those were President...
View ArticleStoughton Man Arrested for Smuggling Drugs into Jail
The following is from the office of Norfolk County District Attorney Michael W. Morrissey: A 26-year-old Stoughton man has been arrested and charged with allegedly smuggling drugs into the Norfolk...
View ArticleABOUT TOWN: Doin' It for Diane (and Anne) - Help Feed Those in Need Here in...
BLOOD DRIVE FOR ANNE! There will be an Anne Havlin Memorial Blood and Food Drive to benefit the Dana Farber Cancer Institute, Brigham and Women’s Hospital, and St. Anthony’s Free Market Food Pantry in...
View ArticleThird Victim of Boston Bombings was BU Grad Student
A Boston University graduate student has been identified as the third victim of Monday's Boston Marathon bombings, according to BU Today. The student's name has not been released, pending notification...
View ArticleClose Calls Leave Marathon Runners Wondering 'What If' After Explosions
For runners of this year's Boston Marathon, Monday was meant to be a day of joyous achievement. But two unexpected explosions rattled the city, leaving nearly 200 injured, three dead, and countless...
View ArticleReport: 'Substantial Progress' in Marathon Bombing Case
CNN's John King is reporting he has two sources saying an arrest has been made. One from National Security, one a Boston Law Enforcement official. Surveillance video taken from Lord & Taylor and a...
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