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Boston Globe
2 days ago
- General
- Boston Globe
Fall River gathers in prayer and generous support for Gabriel House fire victims
As this South Coast city copes with the heartbreaking loss of life, and the recovery of nearly 30 people injured, the community came together to mourn and support each other. 'This, of course, is an epic situation, so we expect an epic turnout,' Christopher Silvia, owner of Christopher's Cafe in Fall River, said at the start of the fundraiser at the St. John's Athletic Club. Advertisement Silvia joined forces with Boom Squad Radio, other local businesses and the nonprofit Firefighters Wives Association to organize the fundraiser that aimed to raise $40,000 on Friday night. Tina Rogers, a resident whose family home burned down in 2007, said that she understood what the Gabriel House residents have gone through, and what it's like to lose everything to a fire. 'I'm here to pay it forward,' Rogers said. A $20 ticket bought a meal from one of 47 participating restaurants and raffle tickets. All proceeds will go to survivors of the fire, Silvia said. The Firefighter Wives Association has already raised $70,000 through a GoFundMe. 'We're there to help them get back on their feet,' said Sharron Furtado, president and co-founder of the association. Christina Catelli, owner of Tequila Lime Cantina, said her restaurant donated gift cards and chicken fajitas. Advertisement 'This is a tragic thing that happened, and so anyway that we can help, we want to contribute,' Catelli said. The shuttered assisted living facility, Gabriel House, where 9 residents died in a fire on Sunday, July 13. Suzanne Kreiter/Globe Staff Vanessa Garcia, co-president of the National Honor Society at Argosy Collegiate Charter High School in Fall River, was there to serve food. She and other honor society members have been making thank you cards for the firefighters and 'cards of hope' to send to the survivors. 'We always believe that if you give to your community, it will return tenfold, so we really wanted to help,' Garcia said. Holly Raposo, dean of early college programming and career development at Argosy Collegiate Charter School, said they plan to deliver the cards in the next week. 'It's so sad for so many reasons but Fall River really does rally, the immediate response is 'How can we help?'' Raposo said. Survivors of the fire were applauded when EMT volunteers escorted them to their seats and served them their food. Michael Nunes, originally from New Bedford, had only been at the Gabriel House for three weeks before the fire. 'I remember a lot of horror,' he said. James Dixon, another survivor, said his room was at the end of the hallway next to a fire door which helped him exit. 'It was horrible,' Dixon recalled. 'The smoke was so bad, it was two feet in front of you.' Michael Pimentel, another survivor, said he and Dixon are now staying at Fall River Healthcare. 'We're staying in the same room,' Pimentel said. 'He's my best friend,' he said of Dixon. 'He's my brother for life. I couldn't live without him.' Advertisement They were friends before the fire but are more bonded now. 'I'm okay,' Pimentel said. 'It's a lot to process.' A special dedication was made to the nine victims of the Gabriel House fire and honored first responders and survivors. Barry Chin/Globe Staff A mile and a half away at St. Anne Shrine, an estimated 100 people attended a 6:30 p.m. healing Mass. Every other pew was intentionally vacant. Father Edward A. Murphy read the names of eight of the survivors and asked for the nine lost lives to 'be with the lord.' Friday's Mass also was the beginning of a nine day Novena in honor of Jeff Montigny, president of the St. Anne's Shrine Preservation Society, said Friday's Mass was 'dedicated to those who lost their lives and who have been injured.' 'They've lost everything, so we're dedicating this to them,' he said in an interview. The Novena Mass will be held every night through July 26. As the church lights dimmed, Murphy passed through the congregation, placing his hands on each person's head with a blessing. Montigny estimated that over 100 people attended , but said visits to the church had been constant all week. 'There have been people coming by and saying extra prayers for the victims,' he said. The Rev. Edward A. Murphy blessed congregants with Holy Water during a special Healing Mass Friday evening at Saint Anne Shrine in Fall River. Barry Chin/Globe Staff Camille Bugayong can be reached at
Top Gear
3 days ago
- Automotive
- Top Gear
Here are six cool, used Japanese performance coupes we found in the classifieds
Advertisement Where better to start than with a 500bhp(+) Integra Type R? That's more than double what it had from the factory, and comes largely thanks to a new precision turbo. Throw a five-speed manual gearbox with longer ratios into the mix, along with an aftermarket limited-slip diff, and it's quite the showing for £14.5k. Advertisement - Page continues below This Silvia may have a 100bhp deficit to the Integra, but it's even wilder. The 2.0-litre four-pot has been boosted with a new stainless steel manifold, different injectors and a HKS intercooler. Thanks to a revised suspension setup and a welded differential, it's a sideways hooligan too - as evidenced by the pictures. You might like If you're after something a little less frantic, here's a fourth-gen Supra for you to mull over. It's the non-turbo nat-asp model, so no 2JZ here. But it's received a few tasteful changes, including a sports cat back exhaust, new coilovers and braided brake lines, among others. It's one of the cheapest A80s on sale right now, yours for just £21,595. Advertisement - Page continues below The Mitsubishi 3000GT is an awful car. It's heavy, it's unnecessarily complicated, and it doesn't have much pedigree. But that's precisely why it's one of our guilty pleasures. Here's a low-mileage example that's ready to go, or, if you've a little time on your hands, this big-winged, yellow-bodied project could be a fun punt. Anyone for a brown R33 GTST for 13 large? It's got positively offset BBS wheels, an in-yer-face wing and a Blackwall Tunnel-sized exhaust that supposedly spits flames. The RB25 six-pot's good for around 260bhp, and the seller has carried out a manual gearbox conversion. Should turn a few heads on the high street. Wildcard: Mazda RX-7 (FD3S) A two-decade-old, rotary-powered screamer from one of Japan's golden eras. The turbo pressure has been cranked up slightly to run on a 'safe' limit of 0.7 bars, at which point this RX-7 will send all of 390bhp to the rear wheels. Looks jolly good, now it's just a question of bringing that £28k asking price down. See more on Used cars
Style Blueprint
5 days ago
- Climate
- Style Blueprint
This Lexington Wedding Turned a Hurricane Into a Celebration
Share with your friends! Pinterest LinkedIn Email Flipboard Reddit Any event planner knows to expect a few hiccups on the big day. For most, these minor inconveniences give way to a picture-perfect day, transforming over time into sweet anecdotes that add to the happy couple's shared history. Judging by the photos, you'd think Silvia Radulescu and James Ehret had such a wedding. Their blissful smiles, the palpable love and support from their guests, and the stunning setting shine in each image — so you'd never expect they weathered a literal hurricane during their wedding weekend. Pin Hurricane Helene ripped through Lexington, KY, on Friday, September 27, 2024. 'Half the city lost power,' Silvia recalls. The storm left its mark on the couple's big day, but thankfully, they stayed safe and enjoyed an especially memorable nuptial. 'Our friends and family came from all over the country and even some from across the world,' Silvia tells us, 'Nothing was going to stop us from celebrating joyfully together!' Pin Silvia met James in college, and they began dating shortly before Silvia moved to Washington, D.C. for law school. After weathering three years of long-distance courting, James proposed to Silvia on their neighborhood pier in Brooklyn Heights, overlooking the Brooklyn Bridge and Downtown Manhattan. In a premonitory twist, they happened to have the usually crowded waterfront to themselves when James popped the question — all thanks to a rain shower that morning. A few of Silvia's nearest and dearest, who helped James plan the proposal, were waiting with champagne on their apartment rooftop upon their return, which was followed by a surprise party at a local restaurant with their closest friends. Pin Silvia enlisted the help of Shelly Fortune Event Design to plan the wedding of her dreams in her hometown of Lexington, KY. Considering Silvia was 700 miles away in New York City, it's good that she had Shelly and her team to assist. 'Shelly was extraordinary; there was no way we could have done it without her,' Silvia says. Together, they planned a weekend full of wedding festivities, beginning with a welcome party and rehearsal dinner on Friday, the day Hurricane Helene wound up passing through. 'Two hours before the rehearsal, we were told the kitchen could no longer prepare the fixed menu for our rehearsal dinner,' Silvia recalls. Fortunately, the groomsmen jumped into action, picking up pizza and fried chicken to save the day. Looking back, Silvia remembers the ordeal fondly. 'We ate, laughed, and had a blast scribbling over the (now pointless) menus we had previously designed,' she says. Pin According to Silvia, the easiest decision for her big day was the venue: A Greek Orthodox wedding ceremony in her family's church, followed by the famed food, cocktails, and ambiance of The Apiary. A members-only venue, The Apiary also offers bespoke weddings to the public while retaining an air of exclusivity, perfect for the couple's 130-guest list. Pin Silvia wore a soft strapless ballgown by Anne Barge, with a draped bodice and box-pleated skirt. She added a custom wrap for the ceremony. Her something old was a handkerchief that belonged to James's late grandmother. And for her something borrowed? A Kwiat diamond bracelet and earrings. Her maid of honor and sister, Laura, wore blue to complete the tradition. Pin Pin Pin By the couple's wedding day, power had still not been restored in many parts of the city, including at the church. But not even that could stop the two from tying the knot. 'Because of the church's beautiful natural lighting, and thanks to a talented string quartet, most guests didn't even realize until the priest mentioned it in his homily!' Silvia says. Pin Before the ceremony, Silvia and James shared their first look at the church and also exchanged private vows in an intimate moment together, which Silvia says was her favorite memory of the day. 'We loved sharing the beautiful day with our friends and family, but one of the most special and tender moments, at the heart of the day, was just for us,' she says. The couple held a cocktail hour in the Winter Room at The Apiary following the ceremony. Guests sipped on Old Fashioneds and Hotel Nacionals as they snacked on passed hors d'oeuvres: Moroccan lamb skewers with yogurt sauce, arancini, and whipped brie with grapes. Pin Afterward, guests moved to a seated dinner in The Apiary's grand reception hall, which they affectionately call The Tent. Menu items included gnocchi with wild mushrooms, beurre fondue, and shaved truffle. There was also a peppercorn-crusted beef tenderloin with green peppercorn sauce, garlic-lime aioli, crispy Kennebec potatoes, and grilled asparagus. Dessert included bite-sized crème brûlée, key lime pie, tiramisu, and quince macarons, served with espresso martinis. Pin Pin Pin For the reception, Silvia changed into a satin strapless gown with an attached neck scarf. The couple shared their first dance as husband and wife to 'Truly, Madly, Deeply' by Savage Garden. Pin Pin The couple departed through a sparkler send-off to an awaiting town car and headed for their honeymoon on the French Riviera. Pin Whether a couple faces minor hiccups or literal hurricanes on their wedding day, it can still be perfect in all the ways that matter most. 'Plenty of things didn't go to plan, but none detracted from our special day,' Sylvia says. 'You get to decide what is important to you and what defines the occasion.' Pin RESOURCES Venue: The Apiary in Lexington, KY Planning: Shelly Fortune Event Design Photographer: Carl S. Miller Videographer: True Videography Bride's gown: Anne Barge /Kleinfeld Hair & Makeup: Makeup by Kristin Gray, hair by Maddie Wofford, Beheld Invitations, programs & menu cards: Shelly Fortune Event Design Flowers: Blooms n' Blossoms Catering: The Apiary Entertainment: The Adrian Duke Project & Volare String Quartet Cake: Tinker's Cake Shop STYLEBLUEPRINT RESOURCES: Planning a wedding? Check out StyleBlueprint's two Wedding Resource Guides. (More to come!): ********** Discover more fabulous wedding inspiration in our archives HERE! About the Author Katie Leigh Matthews A Birmingham native, Katie is a lifelong waterfall chaser and is passionate about the outdoors. She also loves connecting with remarkable women in the Birmingham community and bringing their stories to life. Katie has been writing professionally for over six years; you can find more of her work at and
7NEWS
13-06-2025
- Entertainment
- 7NEWS
Silvia Colloca stops by to make delicious Italian cannelloni, the perfect winter warmer
Silvia Colloca is a food writer, TV presenter, opera singer, actor and cookbook author. Silvia has written a number of cookbooks about Italian food. Today, Silvia is making cannelloni. This version is stuffed with beef and ricotta and cooked in a tomato sauce. Recipe below: COSY WINTER CANNELLONI Serves: 6 Prep time: 35 minutes Cook time: 1 hour Total time: 1 hour 35 minutes Ingredients For the meat filling: 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 small onion, finely chopped 1 celery stalk, finely chopped 1 small carrot, finely chopped 2 garlic cloves, minced 400 g beef mince (or 300 g beef + 100 g pork) 2 tablespoons tomato paste 100 ml dry white wine 100 ml full cream milk Salt and pepper, to taste 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1 egg, lightly beaten 200 g fresh ricotta, well drained 50 g finely grated Parmigiano Reggiano 2 tablespoons breadcrumbs (optional, use only if needed to thicken) For the tomato sauce: 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 garlic cloves, lightly crushed 700 ml tomato passata A few fresh basil leaves Salt and pepper, to taste Method Make the meat filling: Heat the olive oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Add the onion, celery, and carrot, and cook for 6 to 8 minutes until softened. Add the garlic and cook for another minute. Add the mince, breaking it up with a spoon, and cook until browned all over. Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1 to 2 minutes to deepen the flavour. Pour in the wine and let it reduce. Add the milk and simmer gently until it has mostly evaporated. Season well with salt, pepper, and nutmeg, if using. Allow the mixture to cool slightly, then transfer to a food processor. Pulse a few times until the texture is smooth enough to pipe but still has some bite. Place the mixture in a bowl and stir through the ricotta, Parmigiano, and beaten egg. If the mixture feels too soft, add breadcrumbs a little at a time until it holds together firmly but is pipeable. Transfer to a piping bag fitted with a wide nozzle or use a zip-lock bag with the corner snipped off. Make the tomato sauce: In a saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the crushed garlic and cook gently for a minute or two, without letting it brown. Pour in the passata, add the basil leaves, and season with salt and pepper. Simmer uncovered for 15 to 20 minutes until slightly thickened. Remove garlic cloves if desired. Assemble the cannelloni: Preheat the oven to 180°C fan-forced (200°C conventional). Spread a thin layer of tomato sauce across the base. Pipe the meat filling into the dried cannelloni shells and arrange them in a single layer in the dish. Pour over the remaining tomato sauce, making sure all the tubes are well covered. Grate over some additional Parmigiano. Dot the surface with a few small knobs of butter. Cover the dish loosely with foil. Bake: Place the covered dish in the oven and bake for 30 minutes. Remove the foil, scatter the grated mozzarella over the top, and return to the oven uncovered for a further 15 to 20 minutes, until golden and bubbling. Allow to rest for 5 to 10 minutes before serving.
Miami Herald
11-06-2025
- Politics
- Miami Herald
I tried to solve the great gun mystery at the Bloomberg School of Public Health. It didn't go well
You wouldn't think it would be hard to get the world's leading gun violence researchers at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health to tell you what the leading cause of death is for children. At least, you know, if it actually was firearms. While the school's report, Gun Violence in the United States 2022, says over and over again that guns are the leading killer of children and teens age 1-17, it never says what the leading killer of children not including teens is. It isn't like they don't think the results for children are important. You have to wait all the way to the bottom of the first page of the report for them to define what they mean when they say children (age 1-9) and teens (10-17), but they never quite get around to saying what kills those kids age 1-9. That made me curious, especially when I learned this month that the Ad Council was launching a multimillion-dollar, multiyear public service campaign telling parents that their kids are in danger because guns are the number one killer of children(!) and teens. This is important. It matters whether what they are going to tell parents is actually true. Today, according to Ad Council polling, only 26% of Americans know guns are such a danger to kids. But the Ad Council, which brought you the 'Smokey Bear' campaign about forest fires and the 'Crying Indian' campaign about littering and receives hundreds of millions of dollars in leftover ad space for its nonpartisan efforts every year, wants to fix that low number. The Ad Council's educational videos and ads, which you can see on YouTube any time you want, tend to linger on children and teens at the younger end of that scale. The ads include images of children on a playground, young children in doctor offices who still use child safety seats, grade-school kids debating gun violence, a crib wheeling through a hospital hallway and parents planning play dates. Where does the Ad Council get the idea that guns are mowing down these young children all over the country? Its webpage cites the Bloomberg School of Public Health Center for Gun Violence Solutions over and over. Answer on first page of report So as I mentioned, I called and emailed them to get an interview and get clarity about exactly what was killing children ages 1-9. That was a week ago. The first thing officials did was dispute that they had said anything about children age 1 to 9. 'I am not quite sure where the age range you're mentioning is coming from,' wrote their PR guy, a former TV journalist. So I told him it was hidden on Page 1 of the 22-page report. After that, he quickly scheduled a video call the next day with Silvia Villarreal, listed as the first author on the study I was asking about. 'Fabulous,' I wrote. The next day rolled around and the Bloomberg folks canceled the call with Silvia because some other people at the Center for Gun Violence Solutions were unexpectedly 'out of the office.' I said I could interview Sylvia 'any time next week.' In the meantime, their PR guy promised, 'we will get you the data needed for your story this morning.' Hours passed. I inquired about where the data was. More time passed and then an email came. It included nine bullet points with factoids from the report about children, but not the answer to my simple question: What is killing children ages 1 to 9? Not helpful. So I tried asking the question again. No response that day or over the weekend or Monday. I sent an email to the dean of the Bloomberg School of Public Health, Ellen J. MacKenzie, and the co-leaders of the Center for Gun Violence Solutions, Joshua Horwitz and Cassandra Crifasi. 'I have a simple question for the authors of your report Gun Violence in the United States 2022, released in September 2024, yet they have canceled interviews to talk about it and simply refused to answer it,' I wrote them. 'It seems to me that this does not meet your standards for academic integrity, transparency and basic honesty.' No response. Escorted out by campus security At this point, I was, well, miffed. It just so happened that I was going to Delaware to visit my wife's family, so on Tuesday, I got in my rented BMW and drove three hours to the Bloomberg School of Public Health in Baltimore. When I got there, I emailed the PR guy and the dean and the two gun research directors that I was there and eager to meet with any or all of them to ask my question. No interview this time either, I was told. 'We have to follow our school's guidelines for media visits to the building,' the PR guy wrote me. 'Hadn't I already done that?' I thought to myself. But as I sat there in the multi-story lobby of the School of Public Health, it turned out I didn't have time to ruminate. Two very polite and very plump ladies from campus security complete with official looking badges came to escort me from the building. I headed back to the school's garage, walking by red banners that said in big white letters, 'BLOOMBERG SCHOOL PROUD TO BE IN PUBLIC HEALTH.' This was surely a proud day for the Bloomberg School, I thought. When I got to the car, I received another email. If I wait another week, they might be able to give me an interview, but not a soul in the place is available before that. I had another thought. Surely there is somebody else at the Bloomberg School who knows what kills kids ages 1-9. Sure enough, there was another research group, The Center on Injury Research and Policy. I emailed them, and in a matter of hours, they gave me the answer. I'll give you one guess what that is. You're right – not guns. Not even close. Mishaps with things other than guns, such as drownings, falls and car accidents, are the big killers. Maybe that is why, given a week, the world-renowned experts at the Bloomberg School of Public Health Center for Gun Violence Solutions couldn't answer a simple question about what is killing our children. It is not that they didn't know. It is that they didn't like their own answer.
