Most Read Local Stories Of 2014
They weren't necessarily the biggest or most important stories of year, but they are the ones that more people read than any others. Here's a look at the Most Read stories on CBSBoston.com in 2014.
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They weren't necessarily the biggest or most important stories of year, but they are the ones that more people read than any others. Here's a look at the Most Read stories on CBSBoston.com in 2014.
From a viral fundraising campaign that saw thousands of people doused in ice water, to the loss of Boston's beloved long-serving mayor. Here is a look back at some of the stories that stole the headlines over the last year.
Pete Frates, the inspiration of massively successful Ice Bucket Challenge, was honored Tuesday by Sports Illustrated.
So far, the Angel Foundation has raised $1.5 million but needs another $4 million.
Pete Frates' wife, Julie, gave birth to Lucy Fitzgerald Frates early Sunday morning, according to a family friend.
The Ice Bucket Challenge hit a major milestone Friday, topping more than $100 million in donations to the ALS Association in a month.
The ALS Therapy Development Institute in Cambridge said the drug trial would've taken place in two years if not for the Ice Bucket Challenge.
The ALS Association received $2.7 million during the same time period last year.
A total of 1.9 million new donors have raised $88.5 million, compared to $2.6 million at this time last year.
Dan Rea takes the Ice Bucket Challenge to raise money to fight ALS.
The ALS organization has raised a record $53.3. million. That's compared to $2.2 million raised last year during the same time.
During the same time period last year, the ALS Association received $2.2 million.
Should certain public officials be banned from participating in fundraisers like the Ice Bucket Challenge?
One website is selling an Ice Bucket Challenge Halloween costume, while others offer pins and T-shirts.
More than 2.4 million Ice Bucket Challenge videos were posted between June 1 and August 17 worldwide.
The ALS Association said the viral fundraising campaign has brought in 637,527 new donors.
The ALS Association said Tuesday that 453,210 new donors have helped raise a total of $22.9 million between July 29 and August 19.
A local ice supplier said he's having trouble keeping up with demand because of the popular 'Ice Bucket Challenge.'
It seems as though nearly everyone has taken part in the "Ice Bucket Challenge," dumping a bucket of ice water over their head to raise awareness for ALS.
The Patriots accepted the Ice Bucket Challenge on Tuesday.
A spokesperson for the organization based in Washington, D.C. told WBZ NewsRadio 1030 Tuesday a total of $4 million has been raised nationwide since July 29.
Boston Celtics head coach Brad Stevens is the latest among local sports figures to take the "Ice Bucket Challenge," and wants all C's fans to take the icy shower as well.
The "Ice Bucket Challenge" may soon hit the upper offices of Gillette Stadium.
Marcelo Gomes da Silva received his diploma from Milford High School exactly one year after being detained by ICE.
Thousands gathered outside St. Theresa of Avila Church in West Roxbury to pay their respects to Boston firefighter Bobby Kilduff Jr., who died battling a fire in Dorchester.
The Boston Red Sox rallied for a 9-4 victory over the Cleveland Guardians on Sunday.
The driver accused in a wrong-way crash that injured a Massachusetts State Police trooper in Peabody faces several charges including OUI.
Built and operated entirely by volunteers, Waushakum Live Steamers brings miniature steam railroading to life on a full-scale landscape.
Thousands gathered outside a West Roxbury church to pay their respects to Boston firefighter Bobby Kilduff Jr., who died battling a fire in Dorchester.
The driver accused in a wrong-way crash that injured a Massachusetts State Police trooper faces several charges including OUI.
A meteor exploded off the coast of Massachusetts, causing a loud boom to be heard throughout the state Saturday afternoon, according to WBZ-TV Chief Meteorologist Eric Fisher.
Marcelo Gomes da Silva received his diploma from Milford High School exactly one year after being detained by ICE.
U.S. Rep. Seth Moulton, a moderate Massachusetts Democrat, secured enough delegate support Saturday to appear on the state's primary ballot as he challenges incumbent Sen. Ed Markey.
Many people fear that a family history of dementia dooms them to inevitably suffer the condition themselves. But a new tool, the Brain Care Score, shows how lifestyle changes can be beneficial, cutting the risk of dementia.
There was a possible measles exposure at Logan Airport in Boston last week, Massachusetts health officials say.
A new study finds that a simple blood test could predict Alzheimer's disease long before symptoms appear.
The Lone Star tick, which can cause alpha-gal syndrome, is spreading north throughout Massachusetts.
Boston's cold and snowy winter might have an effect on this year's pollen allergy season.
A driver from Southboro, Massachusetts struggled for months to unravel a frustrating mix up with his E-ZPass account.
The gunman who allegedly opened fire on passing cars on Memorial Drive in Cambridge, Massachusetts is 46-year-old Tyler Brown from Boston.
There have been four violent attacks in three weeks at Tewksbury Hospital and a state representative is taking the fight to Beacon Hill to give security the non-lethal equipment back.
A family is demanding answers from the Gloucester, Massachusetts school district, after learning their five-year-old son was left alone in a quiet room for nearly half an hour.
A nurse says the decision is leaving the staff and patients at Tewksbury Hospital vulnerable to serious injury.
Barney Frank, a Democrat who represented Massachusetts in Congress for 32 years, has died. He was 86 years old.
Both the Trump and Healey administrations are using government websites to blame each other for the shutdown.
Which party stands to take more of the blame from voters for the government shutdown? Here's what a new poll says.
A UNH Survey Center/Granite State poll shows John Sununu crushing Scott Brown by 23 points among likely primary voters in New Hampshire.
Seth Moulton said he's running against Sen. Ed Markey because "our party leaders are clinging to that old playbook."
An Amazon employee is accused of stealing hundreds of items from a warehouse in Bridgewater, Massachusetts.
Clover Food Lab, which has about a dozen vegetarian fast-food restaurants in the Boston area, is closing.
A proposed bill would push back "last call" so Massachusetts bars could stay open until 3 a.m. for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Dover Saddlery is closing its Wellesley, Massachusetts store and preparing for more than 100 layoffs.
The "dirty soda" trend is coming to drive-thrus all over Massachusetts as Dunkin' is now serving up its own version of the viral drink.
Built and operated entirely by volunteers, Waushakum Live Steamers brings miniature steam railroading to life on a full-scale landscape.
A Newburyport native, multitalented author, potter, and chef, Dave Becker opened his first restaurant at just 24 years old.
With routes that wind past rugged islands, historic lighthouses, and abundant marine life, Cap'n Fish's Cruises offers a classic way to experience Maine's midcoast by sea.
With over four decades dedicated to the art of bonsai, Bonsai West is one of New England's premier destinations for this living tradition.
New England's largest and oldest Renaissance festival, King Richard's Faire, is a celebration of music, theater, and history.
The Boston Red Sox rallied for a 9-4 victory over the Cleveland Guardians on Sunday.
Connor Wong and Jarren Duran drove in three runs apiece, Sonny Gray allowed one run in six innings and the Boston Red Sox defeated the Cleveland Guardians 9-1 on Saturday.
The Guardians held on for a 4-3 victory over the Boston Red Sox on Friday night.
Chris Sale struck out eight in five innings against his former team as the Atlanta Braves defeated the Boston Red Sox 10-2 on Thursday.
The Boston Red Sox beat the Atlanta Braves 8-0 on Wednesday night to snap a five-game losing streak.
A Boston man says he's lucky to be alive after jumping into the Charles River to save his dog.
Little Joe the gorilla is leaving Boston after decades at the Franklin Park Zoo.
There's been another sighting of an unusual killer whale named Old Thom in the waters off Massachusetts.
A soccer coach in Ludlow, Massachusetts plans to pay it forward after winning big on a lottery scratch ticket.
The Rumney Rocks Climbing Area is partially closed as nesting peregrine falcons could attack rock climbers.