Boston Bruins vs. Detroit Red Wings: Puck Daddy’s Tinder NHL playoff preview – Yahoo Sports (blog)

Yahoo Sports (blog)The Boston Bruins had an Eastern Conference playoff spot wrapped up quite early in the season. Having been on cruise control for much of the final half of the regular season, the Bruins were able to give players rest and prepare them for what they hope …Bruins in unfamiliar spot as favoritesBoston GlobeBruins … Read more

MIT Police Officer Sean Collier Honored In Ceremony Of Remembrance – CBS Local

CBS LocalBOSTON (AP) — Like many other youngsters, Sean Collier wanted to be a police officer. Unlike most, he brought that dream to life — and then died doing it, becoming a central character in one of the most gripping manhunts the nation has ever seen.Thousands visit marathon memorial in BostonWCSH-TVRemembering an officer slain after … Read more

Red Sox turn back the clock – Boston Herald

Boston HeraldThe Associated Press. Boston Red Sox catcher David Ross, right, tags out Chicago White Sox’s Adam Dunn (44) at home plate during the seventh inning of a game in Chicago, Thursday, April 17, 2014. 1. Friday, April 18, 2014. PrintEmail Comments …Red Sox are off to poor start, but Boston shouldn’t panic just yetSI.comRed … Read more

‘One Boston’ or two? Hospital wants to be strong for all victims of violence … – Christian Science Monitor

Christian Science MonitorAs Boston remembers the bombings that ended three lives and forever changed scores of others, a city hospital is reminding the public – and, perhaps, itself – that the events at the Boston Marathon finish line were not the only test of the city’s …Towson Teacher Injured In Boston Marathon Returns One Year … Read more

US marshals shut down unlicensed Boston radio station – Boston Globe

Boston GlobeUS marshals have shut down an unlicensed radio station in Boston’s Grove Hall neighborhood, said Charles Clemons, the one-time mayoral candidate who is the station’s founder. Marshals could be seen this afternoon removing items from the station, …Boston radio station Touch 106.1 FM raided, shutdown by FCCMassLive.com all 2 news articles …read more Source: … Read more

Comfort dogs are returning to Boston for marathon weekend – Yahoo News

Yahoo NewsBOSTON — Tens of thousands of spectators and runners at next week’s Boston Marathon will be greeted by some familiar, furry faces: golden retrievers. The K-9 comfort dogs from an Illinois-based church organization are returning to Boston to distract … and more …read more Source: Boston News Feed From Google News Zennie AbrahamZennie Abraham … Read more

Road Closures & MBTA Changes For 2014 Boston Marathon – CBS Local

Road Closures & MBTA Changes For 2014 Boston MarathonCBS LocalBOSTON (CBS) – Streets all along the Boston Marathon route will be closed to traffic on Monday, April 21st. Here’s what you can expect: HOPKINTON (more info here). Main Street closed 7:00 am through 2:00 pm. ASHLAND. Route 135 closed 7:00 am … …read more Source: … Read more

Boston Marathon Forecast: Ideal Conditions Now Possible – CBS Local

Boston Marathon Forecast: Ideal Conditions Now PossibleCBS LocalBOSTON (CBS) – Another day closer to the big race and the weather continues to look favorable for Marathon Monday. In fact, this year’s conditions may very well end up being near ideal for runners. Check: Current Conditions | Interactive Radar | WBZ … and more …read more … Read more

Gas leak suspected after 12 hurt in Dorchester home explosion – Boston Globe

Boston GlobeMike Bosse, a deputy superintendent with Boston Emergency Medical Services, said two of those inside the home were elderly people who were critically injured and had significant burns. They were taken to Brigham and Women’s Hospital, but there was no …12 Injured After Dorchester House ExplosionCBS LocalOfficials: Dorchester house explosion caused by gas leakMy … Read more

At least 12 injured, including two elderly residents, as house explodes in … – Boston Globe

Boston GlobeMike Bosse, a deputy superintendent with Boston Emergency Medical Services, said two of those inside the home were elderly people who were critically injured and had significant burns. They were taken to Brigham and Women’s Hospital, but there was no …12 Injured After Dorchester House ExplosionCBS LocalTwelve hospitalized, two seriously hurt in Boston house … Read more

Man held after backpacks detonated near Marathon finish line – Boston Globe

Boston GlobePolice took one man into custody on Boylston Street Tuesday night near the Boston Marathon finish line and detonated two backpacks after the suspect said that he had a rice cooker in one of them, creating tension one year after last year’s bombings at …Boston Marathon security: How can you keep 26.2 miles safe?CNNBoston … Read more

Chicago White Sox Show Support For Boston With Pregame Tribute (Video) – NESN.com

NESN.comWith the Boston Red Sox in town Tuesday, Chicago paid tribute to those affected by the tragedy as White Sox players lined up on the field wearing “Boston Strong” T-shirts over their jerseys. The @WhiteSox show their support with the @RedSox in town.Red Sox lose on error in 9thCBSSports.comChicago White Sox players don ‘Boston Strong’ … Read more

Police Close Boston Marathon Finish Line, Detonate Unattended Backpacks – Deadspin

Police Close Boston Marathon Finish Line, Detonate Unattended BackpacksDeadspinPolice evacuated the Boston Marathon finish line earlier tonight after they discovered two unattended backpacks at the site of last year’s bombings. Both bags were detonated by a bomb squad. One of the bags contained a rice cooker filled with confetti … …read more Source: Boston News … Read more

Man arrested after dropping backpack at Boston Marathon finish line – Fox News

Fox NewsOne man was arrested Tuesday after leaving a backpack near the Boston Marathon finish line on the one-year anniversary of a deadly bombing of the famous road race. Boston Police issued an all-clear for an area of Boylston Street near the finish line …Man with ‘hoax device’ frays nerves at Boston Marathon siteUSA TODAYBoston … Read more

Man with ‘hoax device’ frays nerves at Boston Marathon site – USA TODAY

Man with ‘hoax device’ frays nerves at Boston Marathon siteUSA TODAYShortly after ceremonies ended Tuesday to commemorate the one year anniversary of the Boston Marathon bombing, two backpacks in the area of the Boylston Street finish line raised concerns of police, who evacuated the neighborhood. The Boston Police … …read more Source: Boston News Feed … Read more

Boston Marathon bombing silent moment – The Journal News / Lohud.com

Boston Marathon bombing silent momentThe Journal News / Lohud.comWASHINGTON – President Barack Obama is observing the anniversary of the Boston Marathon bombing with a moment of silence at the White House. The president plans to make the remembrance privately Tuesday with aides in the Oval Office. The moment … …read more Source: Boston News Feed … Read more

Man held; backpacks found at Boston Marathon finish line – USA TODAY

USA TODAYShortly after ceremonies ended Tuesday to commemorate the one year anniversary of the Boston Marathon bombing, two backpacks in the area of the Boylston Street finish line raised concerns of police, who evacuated the neighborhood. The Boston Police …Source: Bag Detonated In Boston Contained Rice Cooker, ConfettiCBS LocalPolice detonate backpacks at Marathon finish lineBoston … Read more

Boston police investigate 2 backpacks, clear area – Yahoo News

Yahoo NewsA backpack that was left unattended on Boylston Street at the finish line of the Boston Marathon is pictured in this still handout image taken from video courtesy of WBZ-TV, in Boston, Massachusetts April 15, 2014. The finish line of the Boston …Bomb Squad Detonates Bags Left Near Boston Marathon Finish LineCBS LocalA year … Read more

A Year After the Boston Bombing, a Day of Hope and Reflection – New York Times

New York TimesBOSTON — “There are no strangers here,” Gov. Deval Patrick said Tuesday about Boston, during a ceremony marking one year since the deadly bombing at the city’s marathon. “We are in the end, one community” that “turns to each other in times of need.”.Thousands pay tribute in BostonESPN‘We are America, we own the … Read more

At tribute, Marathon bombing victims, survivors honored – Boston Globe

At tribute, Marathon bombing victims, survivors honoredBoston GlobeShare. Facebook Zennie AbrahamZennie Abraham | Zennie Abraham or “Zennie62” is the founder of Zennie62Media which consists of zennie62blog.com and a multimedia blog news aggregator and video network, and 78-blog network, with social media and content development services and consulting. Zennie is a pioneer video blogger, YouTube Partner, … Read more

Boston Marathon tribute unites survivors, first responders – USA TODAY

USA TODAYWhen hundreds of survivors and first responders gather Tuesday in Boston, there will be tears. But there also will be much to celebrate. A city’s resilience. The courage of so many. The strength of those who lost limbs and loved ones. And the running …‘Stronger’ by Jeff Bauman with Bret WitterBoston GlobeCowboy Hat-Wearing Boston … Read more

‘We are America, we own the finish line,’ Biden says at Boston bombing memorial – CNN

CNN(CNN) — As thousands gathered to mark the anniversary of a horror that shook the city, survivors and government leaders shared a unified message Tuesday: Boston is strong. “We would never wish the devastation and pain we have experienced on any of …Boston marks anniversary of bombing with song, prayerReutersMarathon victims’ families, survivors gather in … Read more

Boston Marathon tribute will unite survivors, first responders – USA TODAY

USA TODAYWhen hundreds of survivors and first responders gather Tuesday in Boston, there will be tears. But there also will be much to celebrate. A city’s resilience. The courage of so many. The strength of those who lost limbs and loved ones. And the running …AP PHOTOS: 4 Heroes of the Boston Marathon BombingABC NewsBoston … Read more

No wrist fracture for Dustin Pedroia – ESPN

ESPNCHICAGO — Red Sox second baseman Dustin Pedroia and closer Koji Uehara will be rejoining the team Tuesday in Chicago, the team announced Monday night, after both players underwent exams in Boston by the team’s medical staff on Monday.Pedroia To Have Wrist Examined In BostonCBS LocalDustin Pedroia’s wrist injury isn’t seriousBoston GlobeSource: Dustin Pedroia dealing … Read more

Pulitzer Prizes Awarded for Coverage of NSA Secrets and Boston Bombing – New York Times

New York TimesThe Washington Post and Guardian U.S. on Monday won the Pulitzer Prize for public service, among the most prestigious awards in journalism, for their articles based on National Security Agency documents leaked by the former government contractor …Reuters, Guardian US, Washington Post, Boston Globe Win Pulitzer PrizesNewsweekPost, Guardian win Pulitzers for NSA revelationsBoston … Read more