Images of downtown Boston Friday morning are hard to believe, as streets and areas that should be bustling with people are shown empty and deserted—”like a…
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Boston City Councilor Waits for ‘Monster’ to be Caught During Lockdown
Gripped to media reports like the majority of Boston area residents is how Boston District 6 City Councilor Matt O’Malley is riding out the stay in shelter lockdown. “I’m sitting in…
Patch Employee Detained in Search for Bomb Suspect
Patch Associate Regional Ad Director Al Wilson was detained by police while returning to his home in Watertown on Thursday night. Here, he explains what happened: Q: What were…
Residents Shocked, Scared and Obeying Shelter-in-Place Order
Shock, fear and an eerie sense of quiet has quickly taken over the Boston area while one of the largest manhunts in the history American history continues. “Shock. Utter…
Governor, Mayor Extend ‘Shelter In Place’ Order Through Entire City
Governor Deval Patrick and Police Commissioner Ed David (Speaking for Mayor Tom Menino) have extended the “Shelter in Place” recommendation to all of Boston. “We’re asking people to shelter in place….
Parents: Share Your Ideas to Keep Kids Occupied During Bomber Crisis
Greater Boston is in total lock down and even adults are scared by the news of a cop-killing bomber on the loose. WGBH just tweeted a helpful note for parents: They have…
Governor Shuts Down T Service as Bomber Manhunt Continues
After a bloody night and multiple gunfights, one suspected bomber is dead and the other remains at large. Governor Deval Patrick requested the MBTA suspend service until further notice as a safety…
FBI Releases New Photos of Marathon Bombing Suspects
The FBI released new photos of the Boston Marathon bomber suspects in the early hours of Friday morning. The 2 a.m. posting included direct shots of the two suspects’ faces. The…
Show The World How We’re Boston Strong
The two bombs may have shaken Boston on Monday, but our spirit is in tact. We’re proud Bostonians – and the whole world has watched as we have risen stronger. President…
MIT Officer Killed, Reports of Shootout in Watertown
Update 1:26 a.m. Police may have unexploded devices on Laurel and Dexter, getting residents out of there. Another possible suspect may be involved. Update 1:25 a.m. Suspect is…