More than 55,000 runners are expected at the 54th New York City Marathon Sunday — and about two million spectators are expected to cheer them on, organizers said.
It’s a great day to get around on foot and even by bicycle , but if you're planning to drive, bring a sleeping bag and provisions because you're likely to get stranded.
Roads throughout the five boroughs will be closed as runners make their way through the course . Yankees' recently minted Hall-of-Famer CC Sabathia is serving as grand marshal.
The National Weather Service predicts clear skies and mid-50s temperatures, with the lingering effects of Hurricane Melisssa behind us.
NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch said this week there will be a large, visible police presence, bolstered by helicopters and drones . Tisch said

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