In addition to all the uniformed and plain-clothed police officers, people can expect to see K-9s, helicopters and even drones keeping an eye out along the entire route.
Hundreds of thousands of spectators are expected to line the Boston Marathon's 26-mile course from Hopkinton to Copley Square Monday morningForty-six local police departments, plus state and federal law enforcement agencies are working together ahead of the race to monitor any potential security threats.
For spectators who do plan to watch the marathon, there are several items that organizers say not to bring, including bags larger than 12 inches, large blankets, costumes and props, containers that carry more than 33 ounces, or 1 liter of liquid, and of course, any weapons.Sign up for NECN newsletters.
Over 100 golden retrievers and their owners were walking a mile Sunday morning in honor of Spencer, the official Boston Marathon dog who died earlier this year.
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