Since 2015, Boston has marked the anniversary of the marathon bombing One Boston Day, which encourages residents to commit acts of kindness for each other. (Source: One Boston Day) BOSTON - Eight years have gone by since bombs placed near the finish line of the 2013 Boston Marathon claimed the lives of three people, injured hundreds more and left over a dozen people missing limbs.
Since 2015, The Olde Towne has marked the occasion with One Boston Day, which encourages residents to commit acts of kindness for each other."Each year, the day serves as an opportunity to celebrate the resiliency, generosity, and strength demonstrated by the people of Boston and those around the world in response to the tragedy of April 15th, 2013," the.