Brockton brothers killed in crash; taste of Italy in Easton: 5 top stories last week

Kathy Bossa, The Enterprise
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BROCKTON − The older brother of the Brockton teenager who was killed in a Randolph car crash Tuesday night has also succumbed to his injuries, the Norfolk district attorney's office said Thursday morning. Terry Boston Jr., 15, died at the scene of the crash Tuesday night, the DA's office said Wednesday. His older brother Makhi Boston, 18 has also died of his injuries, the DA's office said Thursday morning.

The History Channel headed to Bridgewater to investigate an ancient "Native American curse" in a one-hour episode, “Bridgewater Triangle,” that aired on July 18.

A taste of modern-day Italy with house-made focaccia, chilled wine and a warm ambiance is waiting for you at Corfinio Italian Wood Fired Kitchen in Easton.

Jennifer Jacobs, 41, of Abington, a beloved Stoughton elementary school teacher and assistant principal, died unexpectedly on July 14.

In case you missed it, here are five stories of the top stories from the past week throughout the Brockton area.

A taste of Italy is here at Easton restaurant

A taste of modern-day Italy with house-made focaccia, chilled wine and a warm ambiance is waiting for you in Easton. Corfinio Italian Wood Fired Kitchen, located at 285 Washington St., offers a local fine dining experience with more than delicious meals to offer, said Corfinio owner Peter Kuplast. Customers can indulge in chef-selected appetizers, from wood-fired chicken wings and crispy brussels sprouts to beef carpaccio. The chefs make the pasta dough and sauces from scratch. You won't find anything canned or processed food in this kitchen, the owner said.

Taste of Italy in Easton: Lobster risotto, pasta from scratch — A taste of Italy is here at Easton restaurant

From left, Corfinio of Easton staff show off some of the restaurants dishes, Reese Blass with the norcina rigatoni, manager Lucia Marinai with the pan roasted cod with spinach, and Georgia Costello, holding the pizza Margherita, on Thursday, July 13, 2023.
From left, Corfinio of Easton staff show off some of the restaurants dishes, Reese Blass with the norcina rigatoni, manager Lucia Marinai with the pan roasted cod with spinach, and Georgia Costello, holding the pizza Margherita, on Thursday, July 13, 2023.

History Channel heads to Bridgewater Triangle to investigate 'Native American curse'

The History Channel headed to the Brockton area’s own backyard to investigate an ancient "Native American curse" in a one-hour episode, “Bridgewater Triangle,” that aired on Tuesday, July 18. The episode aired as part of the first season of “Beyond Skinwalker Ranch,” a spinoff of the History Channel’s multi-season realty show, “The Secret of Skinwalker Ranch.” This seven-episode season will feature former CIA Intelligence Officer Andy Bustamante and actor, writer and producer Paul Beban as they investigate paranormal hotspots across the U.S — from Arizona to Nevada and Colorado and all the way to The Bridgewater Triangle.

History Channel heads to Bridgewater: History Channel heads to Bridgewater Triangle to investigate 'Native American curse'

This multiple exposure photograph of Taunton Daily Gazette staff reporter Susannah Sudborough was taken inside King Philip's Cave in Norton, said to be a Bridgewater Triangle hot spot, on Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2020.
This multiple exposure photograph of Taunton Daily Gazette staff reporter Susannah Sudborough was taken inside King Philip's Cave in Norton, said to be a Bridgewater Triangle hot spot, on Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2020.

Raynham man killed in double fatal dirt bike crash

A 20-year-old man from Raynham and his 17-year-old friend were killed when their dirt bike crashed into an SUV on Saturday, WCVB reported. Brady Petrucci, 20, of Raynham, and Robert Stalker, 17, of Woburn, were found unresponsive in the roadway suffering from serious injuries when first responders arrived. They were transported to Tobey Hospital in Wareham, where both men were pronounced dead. Plymouth County District Attorney Tim Cruz said the initial investigation suggests the dirt bike crashed into a 2017 Buick Envision around 10:50 p.m. in the area of 121 Marion Road in Wareham.

Fatal dirt bike crash: Raynham man killed in double fatal dirt bike crash. What we know

Makeshift memorial for dirt bike crash victims
Makeshift memorial for dirt bike crash victims

Brockton 15-year-old killed in Randolph crash — 3 more teens injured, including one in ICU

A Brockton 15 year old was killed in a car crash Tuesday night in Randolph that left three other teens injured — including one in intensive care, the Norfolk County district attorney's office said. Police were called to the vicinity of 701 North Main St. at roughly 10:27 p.m. to find a 2011 Nissan Altima, traveling southbound, had left the roadway and collided with a tree. Another male occupant of the vehicle was transported to Boston Medical Center via medical evacuation helicopter and admitted to intensive care, the DA's office said.

Brockton 15-year-old killed in crash: Brockton 15-year-old killed in Randolph crash — 3 more teens injured, including one in ICU

'Unimaginable time of sorrow': 'Unimaginable time of sorrow': Brother of Brockton teen killed in Randolph crash also dies

Makhi Boston, 18, and Terry Boston Jr., 15, were avid football players.
Makhi Boston, 18, and Terry Boston Jr., 15, were avid football players.
Terry Boston Jr., 15, of Brockton was killed in a car crash Tuesday night, July 18, 2023, in Randolph that left three other teens injured — including one in intensive care, the Norfolk County district attorney's office said.
Terry Boston Jr., 15, of Brockton was killed in a car crash Tuesday night, July 18, 2023, in Randolph that left three other teens injured — including one in intensive care, the Norfolk County district attorney's office said.

BOA closing its only Brockton branches — but building brand new bank at mall

While Bank of America is building a brand new building on Westgate Drive near the mall, the bank announced on its website that it will be closing two branches in the city later this year. The West Brockton branch at 826 Belmont St. is scheduled to close on Oct. 13, 2023, and the East Brockton branch at 695 Crescent St. will close on Oct. 24, 2023, according to a notice on the bank's website. According to the plans Bank of America submitted to the city, the branch on Westgate Drive calls for a 4,600-square-foot, free-standing building to be used as a bank with a drive-thru and ATM.

BOA closing Brockton branches: BOA closing its only Brockton branches — but building brand new bank at mall. What we know

Bank of America constructs a new building at Westgate Drive in Brockton on Thursday, June 15, 2023.
Bank of America constructs a new building at Westgate Drive in Brockton on Thursday, June 15, 2023.

Staff writer Kathy Bossa can be reached by email at kbossa@enterprisenews.com. Support local journalism by purchasing a digital or print subscription to The Enterprise today. 

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