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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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