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Boston man arrested on firearm smuggling charges
A Boston man was arrested and charged last week in federal court in Boston, in connection with illegal firearm smuggling between the US and the Dominican Republic, according to a statement from the Department of Justice. 26-year-old Alexis Lara Herrera was charged with one count of smuggling goods from the United States; aiding and abetting. He made his initial appearance in court last Friday where he pleaded not guilty. Herrera is currently being held in federal custody, pending trial. According to charging documents, around March 18, 2023, local law enforcement in the Port of Haina in the Dominican Republic were conducting security checks on international freight, including a shipping container bound for Brooklyn.
Studio G Architects Promotes Key Team Members
BOSTON– Studio G Architects announced the promotion of eight members of the team that are critical to the success of the firm. Steve Michener and Gabriela Shelburne have been promoted to Principal. Michener has been with the company since 2007 and has proven to be a key member with the design and technical execution of education and civic projects. Through his support in Studio G’s largest projects, Michener has shown his ability to lead successful projects and offer counsel and direction to teams in design through construction phases. Shelburne has been with Studio G Architects since 2011 and has demonstrated both internal and external leadership. She has been a clear and articulate champion of Studio G’s mission and contributes significantly to all project types. For the past few years, she has led the Housing Studio.
Orchestre Classique de Montréal’s Artistic Director & Principal Conductor to Step Down
The Orchestre Classique de Montréal has announced that Jacques Lacombe is stepping down from his position as Artistic Director and Principal Conductor. “The Board of Directors of the Orchestre Classique de Montréal thanks him for his contribution over the past season, and wishes him every success in his future endeavours,” said Joel Carrier, Chairman of the OCM Board of Directors, in an official press release.
SLIS Alumni Appointed President-Elect of Society of American Archivists
This month, Derek Mosley ’11MS was elected Vice President/President-Elect of the Society of American Archivists (SAA). His term as vice president will begin this August; his term as SAA’s 80th president will begin next year. Mosley has been featured in Simmons News before, most recently for being named...
The Red Sox really need some help out of the bullpen
BOSTON -- If the first half of the season was an indication that the Red Sox are a team worth investing in, the first four games out of the All-Star break are proof that this team needs help at the trade deadline. An already taxed Boston bullpen continued to struggle Monday night in Colorado, sending the team to its fourth straight loss out of the break.The Red Sox need some help out of the pen, and they need it fast. Craig Breslow shouldn't wait until next week's trade deadline to acquire a reinforcement or two for his pitching staff. By then,...
Man convicted of killing South Boston woman in 1988 to be sentenced
A man convicted of killing a South Boston woman over 30 years ago will be sentenced on Tuesday. Carl Richard Vega strangled Judy Chamberlain in a building on D Street in 1988, according to prosecutors, who said she was found dead in the basement, with evidence suggesting she was sexually assaulted.
Morning rain lingers, impacting Boston's Tuesday commute
The order of the day is timing and placement of the rain. While the heaviest seems to sit out over the ocean, there are still some spots that could get tangled up in a few downpours Tuesday morning, especially northwest of Interstate 495. Like all tropical plumes such as this,...
Maria Chapian Appointed Vice President of Finance and Administration at The Boston Architectural College
We are pleased to announce the appointment of Maria Chapian as the Vice President of Finance and Administration at The Boston Architectural College (BAC), effective immediately. This newly enhanced role underscores the BAC’s commitment to optimizing operational efficiency and effectiveness under Maria's leadership. She will oversee finance and administrative functions...
New CharlieCard store opening July 29, MBTA announces
The store will reopen at a new location on July 29. The CharlieCard Store is about to refill its card. The MBTA announced a overhaul of the CharlieCard Store, now called the Charlie Service Center, on Monday. The store will reopen at a new location on July 29. Riders can...
BCYF Announces New Leadership for Condon Community Center and Draper Pool in Boston
Boston Centers for Youth & Families (BCYF) is ushering in a new era of leadership with the appointments of Kathy Davis as the new BCYF Condon Community Center Director in South Boston and Andres Ramirez as the new BCYF Draper Pool Manager in West Roxbury. According to the City of Boston's recent announcement, these two seasoned professionals are stepping up to continue the BCYF's commitment to creating nurturing environments for the city's youth and families. Mayor Michelle Wu expressed her confidence that "both of them will serve their communities well."
Red Sox should be all over recently waived Mariner to platoon with Dom Smith
The Boston Red Sox entered the 2024 campaign with a lot of perceived holes on their roster, but first base was not one of them. Triston Casas had an .856 OPS in his first full MLB season, and was looking like a budding star. Unfortunately, he has been out since late April and there's no concrete timetable as to when he'll return from the injured list.
Dengue fever cases are growing in Mass., across the Americas, CDC says
Dengue fever cases in Massachusetts grew in July, one month after the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention warned about the risk of cases across the United States increasing. As of July 22, Massachusetts is one of three states reporting the highest number of cases, according to CDC data. Cases...
18-year-old charged with murder after Chelsea brawl
The suspect is held without bail. A brawl in Chelsea Saturday night ended with an 18-year-old being arrested for murder, the Suffolk County District Attorney announced Monday. Joksin Briones-Blandon, of Medford, was arraigned on a charge of first-degree murder in Chelsea District Court on Monday. He was held without bail, with a probable cause hearing set for August 20.
Sale closed in Newton Center: $3.9 million for a five-bedroom home
A 4,009-square-foot house built in 2018 has changed hands. The spacious, recently built property located at 19 Boulder Road in Newton Center was sold on June 28, 2024, for $3,850,000, or $960 per square foot. This two-story house provides a generous living space with its five bedrooms and seven bathrooms. The home's external structure has a hip roof design, covered with asphalt roofing. Inside, there is a fireplace. The property is equipped with forced air heating and a cooling system. In addition, the house features an attached garage. The property encompasses a generous 0.3-acre of land.
Single family residence sells for $4.1 million in Waban
A 4,585-square-foot house built in 2012 has changed hands. The spacious property located at 18 Avalon Road in Waban was sold on June 28, 2024. The $4,060,000 purchase price works out to $885 per square foot. The layout of this three-story house includes three bedrooms and five baths. On the exterior, the house is characterized by a gambrel roof design, featuring roofing made of asphalt. Inside, a fireplace enhances the ambiance of the living area. The property is equipped with forced air heating and a cooling system. Additionally, the house comes with an attached two-car garage, allowing for convenient vehicle storage and additional storage space. The property encompasses a generous 0.3-acre of land.
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