Prior to the bombing of the Boston Marathon in 2013, BU News Service covered the race via this web site. It’s here for archival purposes, but note that some of the links no longer work.
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Scenes from the 117th Boston Marathon
Desisa, Jeptoo, Yamamoto, McFadden Tops
The running of the 2013 Boston Marathon was an exciting one. Ethopian Lelisa Desisa raced to the finish for the win with a time of 2:10:22, just five seconds ahead of second place finisher Micah Kogo of Kenya, and six seconds ahead of third place finisher Gebregziabher Gebremariam also of Kenya. The Women’s race wasn’t …
Spokespersons Cross Finish in Wee Hours
More than 700 people gathered at South Station Sunday night to ride the train to Southborough. But these weren’t your average commuters. They came from all over Boston with their bicycles to ride in the 5th annual Midnight Marathon.
Interactive: ‘Bandit’ Runners
‘Bandit’ runners face special issues when joining the marathon pack.
Runners Served Pasta, Smiles
City Hall was transformed into a sea of blue and yellow Sunday evening as thousands of runners donning their official race jackets poured into the sunlit plaza for the annual pre-marathon carbo-loading dinner.
Running in Memory of a Friend
Five years of running the Boston Marathon and raising more than $60,000 for cancer patients has not worn Ashley Zolenski out. Her sixth marathon may be the most important as she is running in honor of her friend, Jamie Riehle, who died from cancer last fall.
Medical Staff Ready for Annual Assist
After a marathon last year that forced runners into medical tents and out of the race due to high heat, this year’s runners and medical staff are looking forward to a more routine event.
Clean Sweep: Crews Tidy Up After Race
The Boston Marathon, now in its 117th year, is an annual celebration that draws thousands of spectators, world-class runners and lots of garbage to clean up after they have crossed the finish line.
Team Rett Runs for a Cure
This time last April, Erica Robertson wasn’t a runner. Now hopes drives her every step.
Expo Showcases Running Tech
Audio Report: Vendors showed off the latest in gear and runners reunited at the John Hancock Sports and Fitness Expo at the Hynes Convention Center. John Ambrosio reports.
City Sees Financial Boost from Race
Thousands of runners and their supporters are arriving in the city from near and far for the 117th Boston Marathon. They’ve booked flights, made hotel reservations and registered for the race. Clearly an event this big has a large impact on the city. Just how large is the impact?