Kimya Kavehkar
Story #6: Journalist Profile
4/23/09
Tea with Boston Enthusiast and Globe Journalist Courtney Hollands
She waltzes into the basement of Tealuxe on Newbury five minutes late and already apologizing profusely. “I’m so sorry I’m late,” she says. “It’s so hard to find parking downtown!” Her blonde hair and persistently cheery face gives a stunning likeness to Kate Hudson with the sparkling personality to match. Of course a girl with so much life and vivacity has a career that demands her boundless amount of attention and energy.
As a Senior Production Manager for the Boston Globe’s website, Boston.com, her duties are largely creative, such as coming up with features for the “Things To Do” section and designing the webpage. But Hollands is not a one-trick-pony, along with her main job, she has picked up several other endeavors including writing for the Globe’s fashion blog, Stylephile, appearing on the radio every Friday to talk about what’s going on in Boston over the weekend, and writing for another Boston-centric website called Wickedlocal.com.
Her writing style is friendly and conversational that stays true to how she speaks in person. She grew up all over the U.S. from Las Vegas to Wisconsin, following her father who is a pharmaceutical representative, but ended up settling in New Hampshire in her teenage years. With her parents both involved in the science industry, Hollands felt like the “odd duck out” wanting to become a writer. When it came time to choose colleges, Hollands fell in love with Boston University, and set her sights on achieving an internship with Rolling Stone in Australia, which she calls “amazing.” “I kind of walked in and expected that I’d be filing,” Hollands reminisces. “The second day I went on tour with Good Charlotte and I was like ‘What? I did that! ‘”
After coming back from her overseas adventure of a lifetime, Hollands went to work for The Patriot Ledger in Quincy, Mass. She threw herself whole-heartedly into the job. She wasn’t used to reporting on zoning laws and town hall meetings, but she soon learned how to maneuver her way around the fast-paced world of being a full-time journalist. Soon she learned about an opportunity at the Globe and jumped at the chance. “When I learned the Globe had an opening, I was really excited about the job,” Holland says.
Part of working in the “Things to Do” section and at Wickedlocal.com requires her knowing all of the cool and hip things to do in Boston and the surrounding areas. “One of my goals is getting to know the city,” Hollands says. “I really value a job where I get to explore; but I love indulging my fun side.” She can rattle of a list of the best places to eat, to drink, and see a show off the top of her head. Ask her for a recommendation and whip out a notepad, she won’t leave a detail out and will specify her recommendations per district. It is clear through the excitement in her voice that she loves what she does, but there is also a worry about whether she can keep pursuing her passion.
With the current economic situation, nothing is certain as far as job safety goes, especially in the journalism industry. She fidgets with the frayed edges of her gray scarf as she speaks on the subject. “There’s definitely a feeling of uncertainty and stress,” she says. “That’s true across the board for the journalism community.” But being the bubbly woman she is, Hollands brings a pinch of optimism to a topic that has her peers tearing out their hair in worry. “It isn’t all gloom and doom. It’s a really cool time to be in journalism.”
Monday, April 20, 2009
Tuesday, April 14, 2009
Courthouse
The Moakley Courthouse is quiet on this particular Tuesday morning, the lawyers make quiet exchanges outside of the courtroom with the sunlight flooding in through the panes and panes of glass that look out upon Boston Harbor. A few serious, distinguished looking young men enter the courtroom and everyone rises for the honorable Judge Joseph L. Tauro. The proceedings begin with the Plaintiff, Trustees of Pipefitters, a local pension fund, represented by Christopher Souris, making the claim that the defendant, Seaport Mechanical Corp., owes them a great sum of money totaling over $300,000. Seaport has missed their December, January and February payments to the company, and has fallen back on verbal negotiations about payment extensions. As Souris begins the discussion, the defendant’s attorney, William Marr, shakes his head and makes corrections and Souris’ claim saying that Seaport cleared their December payment the previous Friday. Marr continues to state the due to the foul state of the economy, their main employer, Stop and Shop, has been cutting back their work hours, thus resulting in less income. Whatever income they do have, goes to paying back the IRS, to which they are in a million dollars in debt to. “If the IRS is first in line, there really is no line,” Marr says. “It starts and stops with the IRS.” Souris then points out that within the next week, Seaport will be receiving a check from Stop and Shop for the sum of $280,000. Judge Tauro then tells Marr that he suggests that Seaport pay the plaintiff 75% of this $280,000 check after two payments to the IRS which would ultimately deduct $40,000. The plaintiff argues to make it after only one payment to the IRS. Judge Tauro then calls a recess for the two men to come to an agreement so he can put it on the record. Marr nervously paces outside of the room, the heels of his loafers clicking on the tile as he talks on his cell phone to his client. The two men come together and shake hand cordially after settling to pay the plaintiff $253,000 to the defendant within the next 24 hours.
Sunday, April 12, 2009
Broadcast version of Randi Goldklank Story
Channel 7 general manager Randi Goldklank was arrested at Logan Airport today.
She was taken into custody for disorderly conduct and resisting arrest.
She had become severely inebriated before she boarded the plane from Philadelphia to Boston and caused a disturbance on the plane and prompted the flight crew to escort her out of the aircraft.
As police tried to calm Ms. Goldklank down she began to yell obscenities and threatened their jobs.
She was later put under surveillance of Boston Health and Hospital due to her level of intoxication and erratic behavior.
She was taken into custody for disorderly conduct and resisting arrest.
She had become severely inebriated before she boarded the plane from Philadelphia to Boston and caused a disturbance on the plane and prompted the flight crew to escort her out of the aircraft.
As police tried to calm Ms. Goldklank down she began to yell obscenities and threatened their jobs.
She was later put under surveillance of Boston Health and Hospital due to her level of intoxication and erratic behavior.
Tuesday, April 7, 2009
Police Report Story
Kimya Kavehkar
Story #5: Police Report
4/7/09
Randi Goldklank, the WHDH TV Channel 7 general manager, was taken into custody by police for disorderly conduct and resisting arrest at Logan Airport on Sunday, April 20. According to a State Police Report, Goldklank appeared to be intoxicated and was quoted as having “about three dozen drinks” before her flight from Philadelphia to Boston. As the airline attendants tried to escort Goldklank off of the aircraft, she began to stagger and attempted to break free. As a police officer escorted her to the airport terminal, she became very upset and began to yell obscenities at the officer and threatened to have him fired.
“Leave me alone, do you know who the f--- I am?” Goldklank allegedly screamed. “I’ll have a news crew down here in minutes and you will lose you f----ing jobs!”
At 39, Goldklank is the youngest and only female general manager of a Boston TV news station.
She had a promising future with the new station after becoming general manager of Channel 7 after working as a top sales manager and the station for three years.
She continuously refused to show the police officer her identification, and as he tried to retrieve it from her purse, she flailed her arms and hit him in the chest. He attempted to handcuff her for disorderly conduct she refused to cooperate and began swinging, and two other officers had to help restrain her and drive her to the police station. Later, at the police station Goldklank refused to answer any of the booking questions, and the process had to be halted due to her inebriation. She overheard the police officers’ conversation and informed them that she was not drunk and demanded to be released. The police Sgt. Luce attempted to explain Goldklank’s right to a breath test, but she became angry and began to curse and yell at Sgt. Luce. Afterwards, she tried to strike a deal with the sergeant by allegedly saying “You think I’m cute, and I think you’re cute, just drive me home.” Sgt. Luce then led Goldklank by the wrist to a holding cell, and she began to yell obscenities at all of the police officers.
Because of her erratic behavior and level of intoxication, the police called to EMT from Boston Health and Hospital to check on her well being.
Officials at WHDH TV Channel 7 did not comment on the case.
Story #5: Police Report
4/7/09
Randi Goldklank, the WHDH TV Channel 7 general manager, was taken into custody by police for disorderly conduct and resisting arrest at Logan Airport on Sunday, April 20. According to a State Police Report, Goldklank appeared to be intoxicated and was quoted as having “about three dozen drinks” before her flight from Philadelphia to Boston. As the airline attendants tried to escort Goldklank off of the aircraft, she began to stagger and attempted to break free. As a police officer escorted her to the airport terminal, she became very upset and began to yell obscenities at the officer and threatened to have him fired.
“Leave me alone, do you know who the f--- I am?” Goldklank allegedly screamed. “I’ll have a news crew down here in minutes and you will lose you f----ing jobs!”
At 39, Goldklank is the youngest and only female general manager of a Boston TV news station.
She had a promising future with the new station after becoming general manager of Channel 7 after working as a top sales manager and the station for three years.
She continuously refused to show the police officer her identification, and as he tried to retrieve it from her purse, she flailed her arms and hit him in the chest. He attempted to handcuff her for disorderly conduct she refused to cooperate and began swinging, and two other officers had to help restrain her and drive her to the police station. Later, at the police station Goldklank refused to answer any of the booking questions, and the process had to be halted due to her inebriation. She overheard the police officers’ conversation and informed them that she was not drunk and demanded to be released. The police Sgt. Luce attempted to explain Goldklank’s right to a breath test, but she became angry and began to curse and yell at Sgt. Luce. Afterwards, she tried to strike a deal with the sergeant by allegedly saying “You think I’m cute, and I think you’re cute, just drive me home.” Sgt. Luce then led Goldklank by the wrist to a holding cell, and she began to yell obscenities at all of the police officers.
Because of her erratic behavior and level of intoxication, the police called to EMT from Boston Health and Hospital to check on her well being.
Officials at WHDH TV Channel 7 did not comment on the case.
Obit
Slug: Obituary
Kimya Kavehkar
2/26/09
As pictures of a handsome, beaming, playful Alex Del Rio flashed on the screens at Calvary Chapel in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, Miriam Fernandez became overwhelmed with emotion as she spoke over her son’s casket draped in the American flag. The small silver cross around her neck shone as the audience listened attentively.
“You made a difference in so many lives,” Fernandez said. “I don’t say goodbye, but I say until we meet again in heaven.”
Alex Del Rio, a Hollywood police officer, aged 31, died on Nov. 22, 2008 when he lost control and slammed the rear of his Ford Victoria cruiser into a tree. The car burst into flames and Del Rio died at the scene. The accident happened just before 8:45pm on Saturday night in the 7000 block of Sheridan St.
He had been an officer for the Hollywood police for nine years, it was a position he dreamed of having as a little boy. This was the first time in 26 years that a Hollywood police officer died while on duty.
Hundreds of friends, family members, and fellow officers attended the funeral on Nov. 26, 2008, including his uncle and fellow officer, Officer Saul Fernandez.
“If Alex were here today, he would give you a big hug and would say ‘I love you,’” Officer Fernandez said through tears, letting his shoulders go limp.
As Miriam Fernandez continued to speak, three Hollywood police officers gathered around her to give comfort and support. Such is the norm when two families meet in unifying circumstances.
“When Alex became a part of the Holly wood police department family, you became a part of our family,” Chief Chadwick E. Wagner said as his voice wavered. “We can’t take Alex’s place, but we’ll always be here for you, whatever you need, that I promise.”
The event was indeed like a family gathering. Even though everyone was not blood-related, the feeling was somber, yet casual with an air of hope and closeness. It was the perfect way to honor Del Rio, who had such positivity for the future, and love for his loved ones and peers.
“I can’t find anyone who could ever say a negative thing about Alex, and more importantly, you would never hear Alex say a bad thing about anyone or anything,” Wagner said. “He was a positive person.”
Officer Fernandez sent out a closing message radiating with this aforementioned positivity and love that was the essence of Del Rio.
“Please in remembrance of Alex today, hug each other no matter how old, young, or tough you are, and say ‘I love you mom, dad or friend,’ that would bring a smile to Alex and to your hearts,” Officer Fernandez said with a solemn smile. “God bless you all.”
Police are continuing to investigate the crash and are looking for witnesses. Anyone who saw the accident or has information should call Hollywood police at 954-967-4357.
Kimya Kavehkar
2/26/09
As pictures of a handsome, beaming, playful Alex Del Rio flashed on the screens at Calvary Chapel in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, Miriam Fernandez became overwhelmed with emotion as she spoke over her son’s casket draped in the American flag. The small silver cross around her neck shone as the audience listened attentively.
“You made a difference in so many lives,” Fernandez said. “I don’t say goodbye, but I say until we meet again in heaven.”
Alex Del Rio, a Hollywood police officer, aged 31, died on Nov. 22, 2008 when he lost control and slammed the rear of his Ford Victoria cruiser into a tree. The car burst into flames and Del Rio died at the scene. The accident happened just before 8:45pm on Saturday night in the 7000 block of Sheridan St.
He had been an officer for the Hollywood police for nine years, it was a position he dreamed of having as a little boy. This was the first time in 26 years that a Hollywood police officer died while on duty.
Hundreds of friends, family members, and fellow officers attended the funeral on Nov. 26, 2008, including his uncle and fellow officer, Officer Saul Fernandez.
“If Alex were here today, he would give you a big hug and would say ‘I love you,’” Officer Fernandez said through tears, letting his shoulders go limp.
As Miriam Fernandez continued to speak, three Hollywood police officers gathered around her to give comfort and support. Such is the norm when two families meet in unifying circumstances.
“When Alex became a part of the Holly wood police department family, you became a part of our family,” Chief Chadwick E. Wagner said as his voice wavered. “We can’t take Alex’s place, but we’ll always be here for you, whatever you need, that I promise.”
The event was indeed like a family gathering. Even though everyone was not blood-related, the feeling was somber, yet casual with an air of hope and closeness. It was the perfect way to honor Del Rio, who had such positivity for the future, and love for his loved ones and peers.
“I can’t find anyone who could ever say a negative thing about Alex, and more importantly, you would never hear Alex say a bad thing about anyone or anything,” Wagner said. “He was a positive person.”
Officer Fernandez sent out a closing message radiating with this aforementioned positivity and love that was the essence of Del Rio.
“Please in remembrance of Alex today, hug each other no matter how old, young, or tough you are, and say ‘I love you mom, dad or friend,’ that would bring a smile to Alex and to your hearts,” Officer Fernandez said with a solemn smile. “God bless you all.”
Police are continuing to investigate the crash and are looking for witnesses. Anyone who saw the accident or has information should call Hollywood police at 954-967-4357.
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