On the streets of Allston
On a perfect fall day, Harvard students, staff, and affiliates made their way across the Charles River to join members of the Greater Boston community in the ninth annual Brian Honan 5K Run/Walk. The race, which benefits the Brian J. Honan Charitable Fund, featured more than 1,500 participants, with 200 Harvard-affiliated runners sponsored by Harvard Public Affairs & Communications and the Harvard Business School. Nearly 400 Harvard runners participated. After blowing the horn that set the runners in motion, Boston Mayor Thomas M. Menino watched the crowds. State Rep. Kevin Honan, who represents Allston-Brighton, was on hand for the race celebrating the legacy of his brother, Brian. “There’s a huge Harvard participation in this race this year,” Honan said. “Harvard has really stepped up in terms of inviting their students to participate in the race, and we’re grateful for it. Brian grew up in Allston-Brighton, and he was actually the official scorekeeper...