The precision of flight, lack of lights and markings on the helicopters, along with the EXTREMELY low flight patterns all pointed to a military operation. However, in this day and age of terrorism, we all wondered whose military it was. read more
Mayor's office: The helicopters over Boston right now are part of a training exercise. read more
After the recipients meet with students, they will be flown back to Boston Common near Charles Street, landing around 11 a.m. The helicopters will land one by one, and then recipients will visit the State House. At 1:30 p.m., there will be a wreath-laying at the Robert Gould Shaw Memorial at the State House. read more