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Thousands of people marching through the Boston Commons on Thursday, May 1st, 2025. (Arthur Mansavage/ Beacon Staff)
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Reenactors fire their weapons on the Lexington Battle Green on Saturday, April, 19, 2025. (Arthur Mansavage/ Beacon Staff)
250th anniversary of the Battle of Lexington attracts thousands of spectators
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The finish line of the 129th Boston Marathon (DJ Mara/Beacon Staff)
Thousands, including Emersonians, conquer 2025 Boston Marathon
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Supporters of Wu brought her posters to the party.
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The finish line of the 129th Boston Marathon. (Arthur Mansavage/ Beacon Staff)
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