Red Cross Seeking Blood Donations in Coming Weeks

No official charities set up for the aftermath of the explosion at the Boston Marathon finish line yet.

After the explosions that rocked the Boston Marathon's Copley Square finish line on Monday, a number of readers have asked how they can help. The Red Cross reports that they have enough blood donations and financial resources available for the current needs, but are requesting blood donations and blood drives in the coming weeks. From the statement released by the Red Cross on Monday:  We also know that many people want to help. Thanks to the generosity of volunteer blood donors, there is currently enough blood on the shelves to meet patient needs. The Red Cross also has the financial resources it needs to support this event right now. We are asking those who want to help to make an appointment to give blood in the coming weeks and months…

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Five Things to Know on March 21: Local Heroes to be Honored

A great way to start the day with a quick look at the events and happenings in town.

Welcome to “5 Things,” your daily source for community events, happenings in town and other little tidbits of information. Here are five things you need to know on Thursday, March 21. 1. Cooler: The temperature is actually forecasted to be a bit cooler on Thursday than it was on Wednesday, with temperatures not getting out of the 30s. The skies will be cloudy for most of the day but the winds will have subsided, blowing to only 7 miles per hour. 2. Honors: The American Red Cross will honor several 2013 heroes at its 11th Annual Community Heroes Breakfast at the DoubleTree by Hilton Boston North Shore Hotel on Thursday from 7:30-9 a.m. Among the honorees will be Jeanne Hennessey, formerly of Lorraine Roy Designer Collections and now at …

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Red Cross Extends Deadline for 'Hero' Nominations

The American Red Cross of Northeast Massachusetts is looking for North Shore heroes.

Do you know a hero living here in Danvers or on the North Shore? The American Red Cross of Northeast Massachusetts has its Annual Heroes Breakfast planned for the DoubleTree by Hilton Boston North Shore hotel in March. The nomination period had originally been closed but it now has been extended to Jan. 18. The nomination form is attached to this story as a PDF. The Red Cross says to ask yourself: "Is there a member of your community who has done something extraordinary? Someone who exhibits care and compassion for others?" Those are the types of people the Red Cross is looking for its six awards: The territory for the American Red Cross of Northeast Massachusetts runs from Amesbury down to Lynn and includes Danvers, which will host the …

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