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Boston Marathon bombings - Two years later

The weather was cold and damp but the atmosphere festive at Monday's running of the Boston Marathon, two years after pressure-cooker bombs exploded at the finish line and shattered one of sports' most cherished events.

"It's so great to see everyone cheering and being happy," said Jennifer Sunkin, a New York native watching her third marathon from the comfort of a balcony overlooking the race's final stretch. "Life goes on. It's so inspiring to see and to realize how strong we are."

"Boston Strong" — the phrase that became the city's defiant rally cry in the days and months after the attack — was everywhere along the route, which winds through seven Massachusetts communities and Boston.
— Associated Press

In just two years, the city of Boston has transformed following the tragic bombings of 2013. Today's race was an event filled with strength and hope. Check out photos from 2013 and 2015.