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Braintree Police Aid Gang Case; Man Gets Prison

September 15, 2026

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Braintree Police Aid Federal Gang Case; Man Sentenced to Prison

A Boston gang member was sentenced Monday to a year and a day in prison for drug conspiracy, following an investigation supported by the Braintree Police Department. Dominique Carpenter-Grady, 36, a member of the violent H-Block gang, pleaded guilty to conspiracy to distribute PCP and synthetic cannabinoids. The case was part of a multi-agency Homeland Security Task Force effort targeting gang-related drug trafficking and violence.

Drug Enforcement Administration

Knitting Group Meets Tonight at Thayer Public Library

The weekly Knitting Group meets tonight at 7 p.m. at Thayer Public Library.

Thayer Public Library

FDA Accepts Sebela Pharma's Supplemental Drug Application for Extended Contraceptive Use

On Monday, Organon announced the FDA accepted for review a supplemental application from Braintree-based Sebela Pharmaceuticals to extend use of its contraceptive system.

BioSpace

Braintree Girls Varsity Soccer Faces Walpole Today in Conference Matchup

The Braintree High School girls varsity soccer team plays Walpole this afternoon.

Braintree High School Athletics

Braintree Choral Society Hosts Free 'Meet & Sing' Tonight

The public is invited to a free 'Meet & Sing' night tonight from 7–9 p.m. at South Congregational Church for those who enjoy singing.

Town of Braintree announcement via Dianna Carney

Braintree Historical Society's Heritage Day This Sunday with Reenactors, Activities, Beer Garden

Heritage Day is Sunday, September 20, from 12 to 4 p.m. at the Thayer House and Historical Society campus, featuring reenactors, kids' activities, tours, exhibits, and a beer garden.

Braintree Historical Society

Planning Board Approves Residential Conversion at 335 Washington Street

The Braintree Planning Board granted a special permit and site plan approval for THAT Realty LLC to convert an existing property at 335 Washington Street into residential units, with conditions on water, sewer, and trash enclosures.

Planning Board

Planning Board Backs Easements for $9M Allen Street Project

The Braintree Planning Board issued a favorable recommendation on layout alterations and easements needed for the $9 million Allen Street roadway reconstruction project between Shaw Street and Quincy Avenue, funded federally and by the state.

Planning Board

Town Proposes Two-Day Schedule for Ivory Street Recycling Drop-Off

After a survey of 1,145 residents, town officials propose keeping the Ivory Street recycling drop-off center open two days per week starting in January, with regular Monday and Saturday hours plus extra days during peak winter holiday weeks.

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