A Massachusetts man has been charged with first-degree murder in the death of his girlfriend over the weekend, the Norfolk County District Attorney’s Office said Monday.
Guiovani G. Garcia Chagollan, 34, is accused of killing his girlfriend, 26-year-old Ahtziri Y. Cardenas-Torreros, in Quincy.
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Police were first called to the apartment at 500 Falls Boulevard around 11 p.m by a caller reporting that someone was dead and someone else was harming themself with a knife. Cardenas-Torreros and Garcia Chagollan were both found with stab wounds inside an apartment. Cardenas-Torreros was pronounced dead at the scene.
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Garcia Chagollan suffered serious injuries and was arraigned from his hospital bed at Boston Medical Center on Monday. He was held without bail and is scheduled for a probable cause hearing on January 14.
Few additional details were immediately released. The case is under investigation by Quincy police, Massachusetts State Police and the Norfolk County District Attorney’s Office.
A South Shore family has been convoying through town every year for more than a decade to bring Thanksgiving dinner to Quincy’s eight firehouses.
The Rizzi family says the tradition started when Roy Rizzi, who served for nearly 40 years on the Quincy Fire Department, died in 2009.
Lynne Rizzi O’Dea, her brother John and every other relative including grandchildren, great grandchildren, all meet on Thanksgiving morning. The full-course dinners are prepared by Hart Brothers Catering in Rockland.
“These are the eight turkeys, one for each firehouse,” said John Rizzi. “Mashed potatoes, turkey, squash, gravy.”
Quincy firefighter Zach Grazioso has been on the job for six months and was assigned to work Thanksgiving.
“You sign up for this job you know you have to work holidays,” said Grazioso. “But it is still cool the people care.”
“That is the beauty of it. they are doing their job and they are getting something from our family,” said Lynne Rizzi. “From the Rizzi family to them.”
Sylvester English, owner of Kinfolks BBQ in Taunton, opened his doors for the first time ever on Thanksgiving to serve free meals to anyone in need, a decision inspired by recent uncertainty around SNAP benefits.
The Rizzi’s have a long history of firefighters in their family from their father Roy Rizzi to their grandfather, Joseph, and their uncle, Walter.
Lynne said having so many generations come together makes the holiday even more special: “Seeing the kids, the grandkids so inspirational, so fun.”
John says he is thankful the tradition lives on because he knows his father would be smiling.
“Oh he loves it. Definitely loves it. He’s looking down now. Very proud,” he said. “This was his day and we like keeping it up.”
As Lynne gets ready to retire, she says she is moving away from the area but she plans to return every year for Thanksgiving to make sure this tradition continues.
A man who was convicted of raping a coworker at knifepoint in Quincy, Massachusetts, in 2005 has been arrested by U.S. Marshals after 16 years on the run, authorities said Tuesday.
Tuen K. Lee was convicted in 2007 of aggravated rape, home invasion, kidnapping, armed burglary and armed robbery while masked, among other charges. Massachusetts State Police said he broke into a coworker’s home and raped her.
He faced a possible life sentence, but State Police say he didn’t appear at his trial, where he was convicted.
The U.S. Marshals Service Pacific Southwest Regional Fugitive Taskforce was called in, working with local authorities to confirm Lee was staying in a multi-million dollar home owned by a flower shop owner. Lee was taken into custody on Tuesday.
“There are violent offenders out there who believe they can commit crimes and not be held accountable for their actions,” Chief Inspector Sean LoPiccolo, acting PSWRFTF commander, said in a media statement. “Tuen Lee was on the run for more than 16 years and the unwavering dedication by law enforcement to locate and arrest him hopefully brings peace of mind to the victim and her family.”
According to the Massachusetts State Police, Lee gave a fake name but eventually confessed to his true identity. Investigators believe the woman he had been with for 15 years never knew who he really was.
He was taken to the Danville Police Department for booking and will be held pending extradition to Massachusetts.
Quincy, MA, is a charming coastal city with a rich history, beautiful coastline, and vibrant community. Residents are drawn to Quincy for its convenient location, just a short drive or train ride away from downtown Boston, and its eclectic neighborhoods that offer something for everyone. Whether you’re looking to buy your first home or rent an apartment in Quincy, this city has a lot to offer.
For example, the median home sale price is $700,000, while the average rent in Quincy is $2,542. At Redfin, we’ve gathered a list of 13 popular Quincy neighborhoods. From quaint seaside neighborhoods to leafy, tree-lined residential areas, there’s a neighborhood in Quincy for everyone. Let’s take a look.
1. Adams Shore
Adams Shore is located in the eastern part of Quincy. This neighborhood is known for its beautiful waterfront views and easy access to the beach. Residents can enjoy the Adams Shore Park and the Clipper Marina. Adams Shore features a mix of single-family homes and condos. The architectural styles in this neighborhood range from traditional New England to modern waterfront properties.
Germantown is a charming neighborhood located on Philip Head. This neighborhood has parks like Taffrail Road Playground and Fire Station Beach. You can also check out the Germantown Neighborhood Center and the nearby Rock Island Cove Salt Marsh. Germantown has housing options, like single-family homes and multi-family properties, often in classic New England designs, and modern townhouses.
Houghs Neck is a quaint waterfront neighborhood. This area is known for its scenic views of the Boston Harbor and historic lighthouses. Residents can enjoy the beautiful Nut Island, where you’ll find ocean views, a fishing pier, and Manet Beach. Houghs Neck has single-family homes and waterfront properties.
Marina Bay is located in the northern part of Quincy, on the Squantum Peninsula. This neighborhood is known for its vibrant marina and boardwalk, offering stunning views of the Boston skyline. You can also explore Squantum Point Park and the local waterfront restaurants. Marina Bay has luxury waterfront condos and townhouses.
Merrymount is a charming Quincy neighborhood known for its rich history and beautiful waterfront parks. There are plenty of landmarks to check out, such as Merrymount Park, Caddy Memorial Park, and Broad Meadows Marsh. Merrymount has lots of single-family homes and historic properties.
Montclair is located in the northern part of Quincy. This neighborhood has several beautiful parks and a friendly atmosphere. For example, Montclair is home to Presidents Golf Course and Bishop Field. Montclair has plenty of New England-style single-family homes and apartments.
Median Sale Price: $707,500
Average Rent for 1-Bedroom Apartment: $2,232 | Average Rent for 2-Bedroom Apartment: $2,737
North Quincy is located just outside of Montclair. This neighborhood is known for its convenient access to public transportation and its vibrant commercial district. In North Quincy, you can find Quincy Shores Reservation, several yacht clubs, and several community parks. North Quincy features a mix of residential buildings and commercial properties. The architectural styles in North Quincy range from modern high-rise buildings to classic New England designs.
Quincy Center is located in the heart of Quincy. This neighborhood is known for its historic architecture and vibrant downtown area. You can find historic landmarks like United First Parish Church, a church attended by former presidents John Adams and John Quincy Adams, as well as the Hancock Adams Common and the Thomas Crane Public Library. Quincy Center’s housing options include historic New England homes and modern apartments.
Median Sale Price: $550,000
Average Rent for 1-Bedroom Apartment: $2,745 | Average Rent for 2-Bedroom Apartment: $3,012
Quincy Point is located in eastern Quincy. You can find views of the water as well as several parks and recreation options. For example, residents can enjoy Mound Street Beach, Captain’s Cove Marina, and the Fore River Bridge. Quincy Point has single-family homes, waterfront properties, and plenty of apartments.
Median Sale Price: $600,000
Average Rent for 1-Bedroom Apartment: $2,730 | Average Rent for 2-Bedroom Apartment: $2,600
South Quincy is a popular neighborhood in the southern part of Quincy. This neighborhood is known for its welcoming community and vibrant commercial district. South Quincy has plenty of parks like Kincaide Park and historical landmarks like the Adams National Historical Park, the birthplaces of John Adams and John Quincy Adams. South Quincy has a variety of single-family homes, townhouses, and apartments.
Median Sale Price: $631,000
Average Rent for 1-Bedroom Apartment: $2,512 | Average Rent for 2-Bedroom Apartment: $2,940
Squantum is located in northeastern Quincy, where you’ll find stunning water views. There are plenty of things to do, like visiting Squantum Point Park, Squantum Marshes, and Nickerson Beach, where you’ll find the Myles Standish Cairn. Squantum features a mix of single-family homes and waterfront properties.
West Quincy is in the western part of Quincy. This neighborhood has convenient access to public transportation and its vibrant commercial district. West Quincy has plenty of outdoor spaces like Furnace Brook Golf Club and Andrews Park. The housing options in West Quincy include single-family homes, apartments, and townhouses.
Wollaston is just north of West Quincy. The neighborhood is centrally located near shops and restaurants, as well as historic landmarks like the Josiah Quincy House and Cove Fine Arts Center. Wollaston has plenty of New England-style single-family homes and apartments.
Methodology: All neighborhoods must be listed as a “neighborhood” on Redfin.com. Median home sale price data from the Redfin Data Center during March 2024. Average rental data from Rent.com during March 2024.
BOSTON (AP) — A long-forgotten, and somewhat unsettling, statue of Mickey Mouse with giant lobster claws for hands has found its way back to Boston.
The 700-pound statue was last seen in the city nearly two decades ago at Quincy Market where it entertained tourists and shoppers — before slipping out of sight and into city lore after it was sold in 2005 at an auction organized by Disney.
In the interim, references to the 6-foot tall “Lobsta Mickey” appeared on Atlas Obscura, a website for oddball landmarks, and in a “Zippy the Pinhead” comic strip from 2019.
Still, the statue itself — one of 75 Mickey Mouse-inspired sculptures commissioned by Disney for the cartoon character’s 75th anniversary — remained elusive.
That’s until Deon Point, creative director for the Boston sneaker store Concepts, became fixated on tracking down the creation. Concepts collaborates with Nike on a line of lobster-themed sneakers.
Point told The Boston Globe that he spent five years following online threads before finally spotting a listing for the mouse/crustacean relic on eBay.
The statue had found its way to a New Jersey lawn, but was in need of some repairs. It was discolored, split in sections and its concrete foundation had begun to crumble.
Point hired a local artist to refurbish and repaint the statue.
The day before Halloween, “Lobsta Mickey” made its second public debut in the city, when it was set up on Concepts’ Newbury Street showroom floor.
“People were a little terrified,” Point told the Globe, referring of the customer response. “People think we created this thing, which, of course, we didn’t.”
Point said he plans to keep “Lobsta Mickey” on display through the holidays, before finding a new, long-term home somewhere within Boston.
