Tag:

Charlestown, MA

$1M Lottery Jackpot: East Boston Woman Knows How She'll Spend Her Payday $1M Lottery Jackpot: East Boston Woman Knows How She'll Spend Her Payday
$1M Lottery Jackpot: East Boston Woman Knows How She'll Spend Her Payday An East Boston woman this week collected her seven-figure check after winning the money playing the Massachusetts State Lottery, authorities said.  Yoselinne Martinez won $1 million playing the “$4,000,000 Bonus Loot," a $10 scratch-off game.  Related: Bridgewater Woman Lands Massive Payday In Lottery Martinez chose to take the lump-sum payment of $650,000 (before taxes) rather than the annuity. She said she'll use that money to buy a home.  Martinez bought the ticket in Newtown Food Market at 87 Medford St. in Charlestown. The store will get a $10,00 bonus for the s…
Pedestrian Dies In Hit-Run Crash Near Encore Boston Harbor Casino Pedestrian Dies In Hit-Run Crash Near Encore Boston Harbor Casino
Pedestrian Dies In Hit-Run Crash Near Encore Boston Harbor Casino A pedestrian died after a hit-and-run crash in Charlestown on Monday morning, Dec. 18, and police are now searching for the driver. The crash happened shortly after 3 a.m. on Alford and Dexter streets, according to posts by the Boston police. The car drove away from the scene, which was just outside the Encore Boston Harbor casino, WHDH reported. The pedestrian died later Monday morning. Alford Street and Sullivan Square have reopened to traffic. The fatal investigation continues. https://t.co/12bpflE68H — Boston Police Dept. (@bostonpolice) December 18, 2023 No further details …
Fight At Park Leads To Drug, Gun Charges in Somerville: Police Fight At Park Leads To Drug, Gun Charges in Somerville: Police
Fight At Park Leads To Drug, Gun Charges in Somerville: Police Two Charlestown men were arrested after police found two weapons, a large amount of marijuana, and small bags of a white powdery substance were found in their car. Khennith Ezra Bastien and Makai Vicente were arrested in a parked car at Draw Seven Park on Sunday, Oct. 29, Massachusetts State Police said.  Somerville officers were called to the park just after 2 p.m. after someone said men in a gray Mazda 6 flashed a gun at them, police said.  Police found a matching car in the parking lot with Bastie and Vicente inside. Police found two guns, a large quantity …
Carpool Counterfit: Mannequin Does Not Count As Passenger, State Police Say Carpool Counterfit: Mannequin Does Not Count As Passenger, State Police Say
Carpool Counterfit: Mannequin Does Not Count As Passenger, State Police Say A wig, glasses, and mask do not a passenger make, but it didn't stop one driver from trying so they could ride an HOV lane in South Boston. Though, one Massachusetts State Trooper was able to spot the lack of life in the multiple-passenger lane.  The trooper stopped the driver of a Mercedes-Benz who was driving in an HOV lane in South Boston and revealed that her co-pilot was, in fact, a dressed-up mannequin, according to a post made by the State Police Association of Massachusetts on Thursday, Aug. 10. "Let this post serve as a reminder that the HOV lane is reserved for vehicles with two …
Malden DJ, Veteran, Dad Dies At 56, Community Pours Out Support For Grieving Family Malden DJ, Veteran, Dad Dies At 56, Community Pours Out Support For Grieving Family
Malden DJ, Veteran, Dad Dies At 56, Community Pours Out Support For Grieving Family A man who was "put on this planet to make people laugh and dance" died unexpectedly, but his community is coming together to support his daughter and family.  Paul Brant, of Malden, died on Saturday, June 3 at age 56, leaving behind a loving network of friends and family, including his daughter, Emilie, according to a GoFundMe created for his funeral expenses.  Brant graduated from Malden High School in 1985.  After school, he joined the Army National Guard and was called to serve in Operation Desert Storm, according to a memorial Facebook post.  The veteran coached wrestling at Malden Hi…
Serial Rapist: Attorney Charged With 4 Cold Case Attacks In Mass, FBI Says Serial Rapist: Attorney Charged With 4 Cold Case Attacks In Mass, FBI Says
Serial Rapist: Attorney Charged With 4 Cold Case Attacks In Mass, FBI Says The FBI and Boston police said a New Jersey attorney is behind a string of rapes and kidnappings in Boston more than 15 years ago, officials said. Officials arrested the Weehawken man on Tuesday, May 30.  Matthew Nilo, 35, is charged with three counts of aggravated rape, two counts of kidnapping, one charge of intent to rape, and one account of indecent assault and battery, the Boston Police Department announced. The alleged attacks happened in August and November 2007 and August and December 2008 in Charlestown, authorities said.  Investigators linked Nilo to the rapes through investigati…
Fifteen Hidden Patios That You Need To Find In The Boston Area This Spring Fifteen Hidden Patios That You Need To Find In The Boston Area This Spring
Fifteen Hidden Patios That You Need To Find In The Boston Area This Spring Outdoor dining season is upon us and there are plenty of patios where you can eat your heart out, but what about the patios you have yet to find? That's where we come in! In the spirit of warmer weather and the start of outdoor dining in Boston, here is a list of 15 of the best hidden patios in and around the city, courtsey of Eater Boston.  Daddy Jones (Somerville) Chomp on some burgers and gobble up Greek classics at this Somerville spot in Magoun Square. Stop by for BINGO on Tuesdays or Trivia on Thursdays, which start at 8 p.m., as well. Brewer's Fork (Charlestown) Wood-fired pizza,…
Ten Top-Notch Brunch Spots Around Boston That Will Start Your Day Off Right Ten Top-Notch Brunch Spots Around Boston That Will Start Your Day Off Right
Ten Top-Notch Brunch Spots Around Boston That Will Start Your Day Off Right With the long weekend here, you may be thinking of how you can take full advantage of your additional free morning.  Well if you plan on visiting Boston this President's Day weekend, be sure to stop by one of these highly-rated brunch spots around the city, courtesy of Eater Boston.  The Neighborhood Restaurant (Somerville) A family-run eatery with Portuguese fare, The Neighborhood Restaurant is conveniently located in Somerville's Union Square. Customers often rave about the restaurant's baked goods including sweet breads, baked apples, and Portuguese-influenced pastries, the owner said o…
Stay On A Sushi Roll With These Best Boston Eateries Stay On A Sushi Roll With These Best Boston Eateries
Stay On A Sushi Roll With These Best Boston Eateries Seafood lovers should maki these sushi restaurants rated as the best in the Boston area by Eater Boston a top priority for their next dining out experience.  From old favorites to new spots on the scene, this list is sure to have a yet-to-be checked out restaurant for even the most seasoned of Boston diners. Enjoy a quick lunch of sashimi or settle in and relax for hours of luxuriously rolled and plated sushi dishes at these eateries, from Eater Boston's list of top sushi picks.  Umami Omakase (Cambridge) View this post on Instagram A post s…
2 People Seriously Injured In Head-On Charlestown Crash: Police 2 People Seriously Injured In Head-On Charlestown Crash: Police
2 People Seriously Injured In Head-On Charlestown Crash: Police Two people suffered life-threatening injuries after a serious head-on car crash in Charlestown, authorities confirm to Daily Voice. The wreck, which completely shut down Alford Street, happened just after 2 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 11, Boston Police told Daily Voice. Traffic Advisory: Alford Street in Charlestown is closed both directions due to a motor vehicle crash with life threatening injuries. Expect traffic delays in the area of Alford St./ Sullivan Sq. and Rutherford Ave. Please seek an alternative route. — Boston Police Dept. (@bostonpolice) January 11, 2023 The incident caused…
Massachusetts Nurse Needs Helping Hand As She Recovers From Summer Stroke Massachusetts Nurse Needs Helping Hand As She Recovers From Summer Stroke
Massachusetts Nurse Needs Helping Hand As She Recovers From Summer Stroke A 58-year-old woman who has spent most of her life helping others heal needs people to return the favor as she recovers from a stroke from earlier this year, according to her family. Doreen Barker suffered a "massive, right-sided stroke" that landed her in critical care at Mass General Hospital in July, her family wrote on a GoFundMe page. Barker, who worked as a registered nurse for over a decade, is now going through rehab while under her family's care. "Doreen has a long road ahead of her," the page reads. "She has limited speech and paralysis in her right arm and leg and cannot wal…
Charlestown Man Facing Charges In Quadruple Fentanyl Overdose: Police Charlestown Man Facing Charges In Quadruple Fentanyl Overdose: Police
Charlestown Man Facing Charges In Quadruple Fentanyl Overdose: Police A Charlestown man has been arrested after four people were hospitalized for overdosing on fentanyl, authorities said. Police responded to a report of an overdose at 1442 Hyde Park Avenue in Hyde Park around 5:13 a.m. on Sunday, Nov. 13, Boston Police report. Upon arrival, officers found three woman and one man unconscious.  Narcan was administered to the victims and they regained consciousness, police said. All three were taken to local hospitals for further treatment. Officers later learned the victims snorted a powdery substance before collapsing. The substance was found in a fanny …
Routine Traffic Stop In Boston Nets Officers Illegal Gun, Ammo: Police Routine Traffic Stop In Boston Nets Officers Illegal Gun, Ammo: Police
Routine Traffic Stop In Boston Nets Officers Illegal Gun, Ammo: Police A routine traffic stop for an illegal right turn on a red light landed one Boston man in prison with several illegal weapons and ammunition charges, authorities said.  Michael Espejo, 24, of Charlestown, faces charges of possession of a large-capacity firearm, carrying a loaded firearm without a license, carrying a firearm without a license, possession of ammunition without an FID card, and possession of large capacity feeding device, the Suffolk County District Attorney's Office said.  Espejo was driving his car around 1:45 a.m. on Sunday, Nov. 6, with several friends when police…