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Jessica Schmuke runs the marathon

The tragic bombings at the Boston Marathon have hit close to home for some Destinites. "It's terrifying to think so many of my loved ones were right there and witnessed this horrific scene," said Robin-Emily Mucha, a Boston native who lives in Niceville and works in Destin. Mucha told The Log that her father-in-law and his wife were at the finish line of Monday's race with their son, who was planning on proposing to his girlfriend after she crossed the finish line. It was near the finish line where a series of explosions took place, killing three and injuring more than Continue reading >>>

Israeli Independence Day Celebrations Muted Down in Boston

Israeli Independence Day Celebrations Muted Down in Boston print tell a friend Israeli Independence Day celebrations in Boston were muted and security was increased in the wake of bombings that left three dead and dozens injured at the finish line of the Boston Marathon. Mike Rosenberg, director of community relations at Maimonides, a Jewish day school in suburban Brookline, said an event Tuesday commemorating Israel’s 65th anniversary had been toned down out of respect for the victims of the attack and their families. “Messages have gone Continue reading >>>

Heard ‘Round the World

Homo Economicus Monday, an explosion at the finish line of the Boston Marathon wounded dozens and killed three. The race, a quintessentially Bostonian tradition that brings joys to the city and many in the Harvard community, became a tragedy that was heard around the world.As my high school friends began inquiring about my safety, I had a novel realization that I was a proud Bostonian. I have lived in the city for almost three years. Continue reading >>>

Hancock donates $1M to new victims’ fund, other cos. also commit

Hub business leaders have joined Gov. Deval Patrick and Mayor Thomas M. Menino to announce the formation of The One Fund Boston, a mega-fund for bombing victims’ families kicked off by a $1 million commitment from principal Marathon sponsor John Hancock.“John Hancock is honored to contribute to The One Fund Boston, aiding those who were affected by this terrible event,” said President Craig Bromley.Other individuals and corporations making commitments to The One Fund Boston include Hill Holliday co-founder Jack Connors; John Fish, CEO of Suffolk Construction; Brian Moynihan, president and Continue reading >>>

ANOTHER VIEW: Boston Marathon is city’s tangible soul for everything still right …

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Bostonians, runners react the day after explosions rock Boston – WSHM

BOSTON (WSHM) - Boylston Street at the finish line of the Boston Marathon is a setting known for celebration, but in an instant, it turned into chaos and then a crime scene Monday. Twenty-four hours later, it's a place to leave flowers, hang up T-shirts and marathon medals and reflect. "I hope I never have to see something like this again," said Boston resident Robert Pietsch. But thousands will walk up to the dividers blocking portions of Boylston Street, which stands frozen in time - debris and blankets dropped and left when the explosion hit still sit on the street. Onlookers crowded the Continue reading >>>

Hub restaurants, retailers gather donations for victims’ families

Massachusetts Governor Deval Patrick and Boston Mayor Menino today announced the formation of The One Fund Boston to raise money to help those families most affected by the tragic events that unfolded during yesterday’s Boston Marathon.“I am humbled by the outpouring of support by the business community and individuals who are united in their desire to help; The One Fund Boston will act as a central fund to receive much needed financial support,” Patrick said. “At moments like this, we are one state, one city and one people.”According to Menino, support from the business community was Continue reading >>>