
And the manhunt continues…


(NYTIMES) A series of explosions erupted near the finish line at the Boston Marathon on Monday. The Boston Police Department confirmed that they were looking into an explosion, but had no further comment. **Canadians in Boston needing help are urged to call the Consulate General at 1-800-387-3124 or 617-247-5100. Here at home, Canadians can search raceday.baa.org for the whereabouts of their loved ones during the blast.** The Department of Foreign Affairs has set up an emergency line — 1-800-387-3124 — to offer assistance to Canadians.

Expect some road closures as runners & speed walkers prepare to take part in the Toronto Waterfront Marathon, which will take place in the downtown core on Sunday, October 14.

Around 15,000 runners and walkers are expected to pound the pavement on Sunday in the GoodLife Fitness Toronto Marathon.
Rodney Merchant greets Jessica McGann at the finish line of the half marathon Sunday. The two were married later in the day.
Get ready to take over downtown Toronto in the Scotiabank Rat Race for United Way!