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2013 In WBUR Photos

We've gathered some of the most interesting moments in photography from the WBUR newsroom and staff photographer Jesse Costa, including some of the most memorable events in Boston in 2013. For a look back at some of the most pivotal events, check out our timeline of "15 Stories That Mattered To Boston In 2013."


Jan. 7 - With Season In Sight, Bruins Take To BU Ice

Boston Bruins including, Milan Lucic (second from left), Andrew Ference, Adam McQuaid (second from right) and Brad Marchand take part in an unofficial practice session at Boston University, the first after NHL lockout. (Jesse Costa/WBUR)
Boston Bruins including, Milan Lucic (second from left), Andrew Ference, Adam McQuaid (second from right) and Brad Marchand take part in an unofficial practice session at Boston University, the first after NHL lockout. (Jesse Costa/WBUR)

Feb. 8 - New England’s Winter Storm

A woman walks through Boston's  Commonwealth Mall. The Boston Women’s Memorial is behind her. (Jesse Costa/WBUR)
A woman walks through Boston's Commonwealth Avenue Mall at the beginning of the two-day blizzard named Nemo. (Jesse Costa/WBUR)

March 8 - Plum Island Homes Demolished After Storm

The winter storm that battered New England’s coastline last week ripped two Plum Island homes off their foundation and left them partially collapsed into the ocean. (Jesse Costa/WBUR)
The winter storm that battered New England’s coastline ripped two Plum Island homes off their foundation and left them partially collapsed into the ocean. (Jesse Costa/WBUR)

March 18 - Former FBI Agent: Publicity Campaign For Stolen Gardner Art Could Yield Critical Tips

The FBI's Richard DesLauriers announces developments in the Gardner heist, while, from left, museum security chief Anthony Amore, U.S. Attorney Carmen Ortiz and Special Agent Geoff Kelly look on. (Jesse Costa/WBUR)
The FBI’s Richard DesLauriers speaks to the press Monday while, from left, museum security chief Anthony Amore, U.S. Attorney Carmen Ortiz and Special Agent Geoff Kelly look on. (Jesse Costa/WBUR)

April 8 - Opening Day At Fenway Park

Red Sox pitcher Clay Buchholz throws the first pitch of 2013 in Fenway Park. (Jesse Costa/WBUR)
Red Sox pitcher Clay Buchholz throws the first pitch of 2013 in Fenway Park. (Jesse Costa/WBUR)

April 16 - Boston Vigils For Marathon Victims

National Guard troops on Boston Common
National Guard troops pass the monument in the Boston Common on April 16. (Dominick Reuter for WBUR)

April 17 - Boylston Street After The Blasts

Army National Guardsmen standing at the blockade at Clarendon and Boylston Streets. (Joe Spurr/WBUR)
Army National Guardsmen standing at the blockade at Clarendon and Boylston streets. (Joe Spurr/WBUR)

April 18 - ‘Heal Our City’ Service, Continuing Investigation

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Jose Bricena of Cambridge holds an American flag outside the Cathedral of the Holy Cross where President Obama and others spoke to remember the wounded, victims and families of those killed in a bombing incident during the Boston Marathon. (Jesse Costa/WBUR)

April 19 - Shots Fired In Watertown As Police Seek Bomb Suspect

Boston Police officers file into an apartment building in a Watertown neighborhood in search of Marathon bombing suspect Dzhokhar Tsarnaev April 19, 2013. (Jesse Costa/WBUR)
Boston Police officers file into an apartment building in a Watertown neighborhood in search of Marathon bombing suspect Dzhokhar Tsarnaev April 19, 2013. (Jesse Costa/WBUR)

April 22 - Krystle Campbell Funeral

Pall bearers carry the casket of Krystle Campbell out of St. Joseph's Church. (Jesse Costa/WBUR)
Pall bearers carry the casket of Krystle Campbell out of St. Joseph's Church. (Jesse Costa/WBUR)

April 22 - Moment Of Silence

Hundreds of people gather at the corner of Berkeley and Boylston streets to recognize a moment of silence for the victims of the Boston Marathon bombing. (Jesse Costa/WBUR)
Hundreds of people gather at the corner of Berkeley and Boylston streets to recognize a moment of silence for the victims of the Boston Marathon bombing. (Jesse Costa/WBUR)

April 24 - Thousands Gather To Honor Slain MIT Officer Sean Collier

A woman wipes tears from her face during the Memorial Service at MIT April 24, 2013. (Jesse Costa/WBUR)
A woman wipes tears from her face during the Memorial Service for slain police officer Sean Collier at MIT. (Jesse Costa/WBUR)

May 14 - With A Dream On Hold, Bombing Victim Remains Optimistic

Mery Daniel, pictured above at the Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital with occupational therapist Becky Buttiglieri, had part of her left leg amputated after the bombing. (Jesse Costa/WBUR)
Mery Daniel, pictured above at the Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital with occupational therapist Becky Buttiglieri, had part of her left leg amputated after the bombing. (Jesse Costa/WBUR)

May 19 - What Happens When Roboticists And Choreographers Collaborate?

(Jesse Costa/WBUR)
Hundreds swarmed MIT’s Jack Barry Field on Sunday night to participate in “UP: The Umbrellas Project,” a joint science experiment and live art performance organized by MIT’s Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Lab (CSAIL) and acclaimed modern dance company Pilobolus. (Jesse Costa/WBUR)

June 6 - Giuliani Stumps For GOP U.S. Senate Hopeful Gomez

Former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani, left, and U.S. Senate hopeful Gabriel Gomez visit the memorial to the Boston Marathon bombing victims in Copley Square. (Jesse Costa/WBUR)
Former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani, left, and U.S. Senate hopeful Gabriel Gomez visit the memorial to the Boston Marathon bombing victims in Copley Square. (Jesse Costa/WBUR)

June 13 - Colleagues Recall Ex-Mass. Gov. Cellucci

The late Paul Cellucci's casket is carried up the State House steps for a memorial service Thursday. (Jesse Costa/WBUR)
The late Paul Cellucci's casket is carried up the State House steps for a memorial service. (Jesse Costa/WBUR)

June 17 - Muskets Fire on Bunker Hill Day

A Bunker Hill Day musket salute from the Sons of the American Revolution Militia Company on Bunker Hill. Jesse Costa/WBUR)
A Bunker Hill Day musket salute from the Sons of the American Revolution Militia Company on Bunker Hill. Jesse Costa/WBUR)

June 25 - Bruins Fall To Blackhawks In Stanley Cup Finals

Chicago goalie Corey Crawford (holding cup) celebrates the Blackhawks' victory over the Boston Bruins Monday night at TD Garden in Boston. (Doug Tribou/WBUR)
Chicago goalie Corey Crawford (holding cup) celebrates the Blackhawks' victory over the Boston Bruins at TD Garden in Boston. (Doug Tribou/WBUR)

Aug. 7 - Researchers Search For ‘Timid’ Great Whites Off Cape Cod

A private helicopter carrying shark spotters, including the Orleans harbormaster, flies by the OCEARCH vessel. (Jesse Costa/WBUR)
A private helicopter carrying shark spotters, including the Orleans harbormaster, flies by the OCEARCH vessel. (Jesse Costa/WBUR)

Sept. 27 - Play It, Boston: 75 Brightly Painted Pianos Invade

Movers lift artist Pampi’s piano from a truck for installation at the Strand Theater in Dorchester. It was inspired by American ragtime. (Jesse Costa/WBUR)Movers lift artist Pampi’s piano from a truck for installation at the Strand Theater in Dorchester. It was inspired by American ragtime. (Jesse Costa/WBUR)
Movers lift artist Pampi’s piano from a truck for installation at the Strand Theater in Dorchester. It was inspired by American ragtime. (Jesse Costa/WBUR)

Oct. 16 - Together At Last: Andris Nelsons Joins The BSO At Symphony Hall

Andris Nelsons leads the BSO in his first rehearsal since being named music director in May.  (Andrea Shea/WBUR)
Andris Nelsons leads the BSO in his first rehearsal since being named music director in May. (Andrea Shea/WBUR)

Oct. 30 - Scenes Outside Fenway: Sox Clinch The Series

People cheer in Kenmore Square once the Red Sox clinch the World Series title. (Jesse Costa/WBUR)
People cheer in Kenmore Square once the Red Sox clinch the World Series title. (Jesse Costa/WBUR)

Nov. 1 - Bill Russell Statue Unveiled At Boston City Hall

Boston Mayor Thomas Menino, Celtics managing partner Stephen Pagliuca, center, and Bill Russell watch as Bill Russell Legacy Committee member Bobby Sager unveils the Bill Russell statue on City Hall Plaza Friday. (Jesse Costa/WBUR)
Boston Mayor Thomas Menino, Celtics managing partner Stephen Pagliuca, center, and Bill Russell watch as Bill Russell Legacy Committee member Bobby Sager unveils the Bill Russell statue on City Hall Plaza. (Jesse Costa/WBUR)

Nov. 2 - Red Sox Hold ‘Rolling Rally’ To Celebrate Title

Bullpen police officer Steve Horgan lifts his hands in celebration, mimicking his own pose from Game 2 of the ALCS. (Joe Spurr/WBUR)
Bullpen police officer Steve Horgan lifts his hands in celebration, mimicking his own pose from Game 2 of the ALCS. (Joe Spurr/WBUR)

Nov. 5 - Boston Voters Cast Ballots

Mayor-elect Marty Walsh celebrates his victory. (Joe Spurr/WBUR)
Mayor-elect Marty Walsh celebrates his victory. (Joe Spurr/WBUR)

Dec. 16 - Student Charged For Bomb Threats At Harvard

A Cambridge Police officer stands in front of Harvard Yard while the bomb squad search for reported explosive material. Four buildings were evacuated in what turned out to be hoax so that a Harvard University student could avoid taking a final exam. (Jesse Costa/WBUR
A Cambridge Police officer stands in front of Harvard Yard while the bomb squad search for reported explosive material. Four buildings were evacuated in what turned out to be hoax so that a Harvard University student could avoid taking a final exam. (Jesse Costa/WBUR)

Dec. 17 - Menino: City’s Homeless Census Gives Issue A ‘Human Face’

Jim Greene, director of emergency shelters for the Boston Public Health Commission (in red) and a volunteer lift a blanket off of a homeless woman at Downtown Crossing to check if she is OK. (Jesse Costa/WBUR)
Jim Greene, director of emergency shelters for the Boston Public Health Commission (in red) and a volunteer lift a blanket off of a homeless woman at Downtown Crossing to check if she is OK. (Jesse Costa/WBUR)

This program aired on December 24, 2013. The audio for this program is not available.

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