Boston Boosts Security, Alters St. Patrick’s Day Parade Route Amid National Threat Concerns

Security tightened in Boston before St Patrick’s Day parade

Officials in Boston have said the US city has ramped up its security measures for its St Patrick’s Day parade, which is expected to draw one million spectators, amid the Iran war and an alleged terror attack in New York City.

Boston ramps up security for St. Patrick’s Day Parade amid Iran war

Mayor Michelle Wu says that no credible threats have been made against the famed event

Boston boosts security, alters St. Patrick’s Day parade route amid national threat concerns

Officials estimate one million people will line the streets of South Boston this Sunday.

Local leaders say there'll be zero tolerance for debauchery at Southie's St. Pat's Parade

It’s almost time for the annual St. Patrick’s Day parade in South Boston, and this year state and local leaders are emphasizing the importance of keeping the tradition family friendly. There will be bagpipers, marching bands, step dancing, floats, and of course, veterans, but officials don’t want to see the drinking and debauchery of years past. “With Parade Day fast approaching, we want to remind visitors to South Boston that there will be zero…

MBTA Gears up for South Boston’s annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade Celebration with Increased Service, Staff, and Safety Measures – The Boston Sun

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Zero Tolerance for Underage and Public Drinking on St. Patrick’s Day

With the approach of the St. Patrick’s Day/Evacuation Day holiday and traditional South Boston parade set for this Sunday, March 15, it is imperative that our public safety officials proactively enforce laws prohibiting public and underage drinking. While we appreciate the city’s recent effort to move the parade start time to 11:30 AM to curb public drunkenness, strict enforcement remains the only true deterrent for dangerous behavior. A few yea…