Massachusetts
Corcoran Group lands in Massachusetts with new franchise
The Boston-headquartered franchise dubbed “Corcoran Property Advisors” is led by brokers-owners Brian Dougherty and Nick Robert who have backgrounds that span hospitality, sales, luxury and design. The firm also has an office in Cohasset.
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The Corcoran Group has launched its first franchise in Massachusetts with the addition of Corcoran Property Advisors, the brokerage has informed Inman.
The Boston-based franchise led by brokers-owners Brian Dougherty and Nick Robert, also has a second office on the South Shore in Cohasset. The move solidifies Corcoran’s commitment to the East Coast, even as it continues to expand the Corcoran Affiliate Network across other parts of the U.S. and the rest of the globe.
Pamela Liebman | Corcoran Group
“There has always been a strong synergy between New York City, Corcoran’s first market, and the greater Boston area,” Corcoran Group President and CEO Pamela Liebman said in a statement. “Therefore, I couldn’t be happier to solidify that union with the launch of Corcoran Property Advisors. The team’s strong business acumen, paired with Corcoran’s tools, support and world-class brand, is sure to spur exciting growth across Boston and its luxury coastal communities.”
Dougherty and Robert bring backgrounds in luxury real estate and retail, interior design, hospitality and new development to the new affiliate.
Dougherty previously worked as a portfolio growth director for a major hospitality company and as a national sales director for a subsidiary of a multi-strategy hedge fund, as well as a partner at a luxury brokerage, before joining Compass in 2019. The two agents partnered at Compass under The Private Brokerage team, which Dougherty founded and Robert joined as executive director. In 2022, the team closed more than $72 million in transactions, making them one of the country’s top small teams in Massachusetts, according to RealTrends.
Brian Dougherty | Corcoran Property Advisors
Before joining Compass and The Private Brokerage team, Robert held a leadership role at Restoration Hardware, overseeing visual merchandising in Boston and launching retail spaces in various markets across the U.S. Prior to The Private Brokerage team’s founding, Dougherty and Robert also partnered on renovating and managing a boutique inn on Cape Cod for a few years.
“Boston is a world-class city, not only with some of the most historic educational and cultural institutions in the world but also some of the most exciting companies in the burgeoning technology and medical industries,” Dougherty said in a statement. “These factors, paired with one of the world’s most spectacular real estate markets, is perfectly poised for us to launch and grow Corcoran Property Advisors, especially when supported by Corcoran’s talented team, proven senior leadership, best-in-class agent resources, and sophisticated yet fresh marketing.”
Nick Robert | Corcoran Property Advisors
With its rich history, natural beauty, varied cultural offerings and strong economy, Boston and Cape Cod’s real estate markets remain in demand. The city features a mix of housing from historic townhomes and modern condos to suburban homes and new developments. Meanwhile, Cape Cod boasts beachfront bungalows as well as expansive luxury estates.
“Boston is a market we have always had our eye on as a prime location for the Corcoran brand to thrive,” Stephanie Anton, president of Corcoran Affiliates, said in a statement. “Having found the right people to represent the brand with Brian and Nick, Corcoran Property Advisors is sure to see both swift and steady growth, leveraging the iconic Corcoran brand, our unique messaging and our innovative offerings across such an exciting market.”
Stephanie Anton | Corcoran Group
Dougherty and Robert will also lead the Corcoran Property Advisors team at the new affiliate, which includes eight licensed agents at the time of publishing. With their offices in Boston and Cohasset, the team aims to grow agent count and market share across greater Boston in the foreseeable future.
Last week, Corcoran also announced its third Houston-based affiliate to date, Corcoran Genesis, which will focus on serving Houston’s suburban markets.
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One day before the Fourth of July, police in Yarmouth, Massachusetts say American flags were “ripped down” from a highway overpass that’s named after a two-time Purple Heart recipient.
Yarmouth police said an officer noticed the vandalism Friday on the Lance Corporal William Joseph Donovan Jr. Memorial Bridge over Route 6.
“The officer found American flags forcefully ripped from the fencing,” police said. “Their grommets had been torn out, and flags were ripped apart at the seams left hanging.”
Lance Cpl. William Joseph Donovan Jr., a Dennis-Yarmouth Regional High School graduate, was awarded the Purple Heart twice for injuries sustained in Operation Enduring Freedom. After returning home, he died in a motorcycle crash at 27 years old.
Yarmouth police are investigating the incident and urge anyone with information to contact them.
This isn’t the first time that flags on the bridge were damaged. Last summer, they were similarly torn down before being replaced in a rededication ceremony.
The community has already stepped up to restore the patriotic display that was vandalized on Friday.
State Rep. Steve Xiarhos of Barnstable, who lost his son Marine Cpl. Nick Xiarhos to a roadside bomb in Afghanistan, said “Cape Cod sent a message tonight.”
“You can tear down flags, but you cannot tear down the spirit of this community. If anything, you made people stronger,” Xiarhos posted to Facebook. “You brought people together from all over Cape Cod, united by love of country and respect for those who have served.”
Lifeguards rescued a swimmer from the water at Houghton’s Pond in Milton, Massachusetts on Friday.
Massachusetts State Police confirmed they were called to the pond at 1 p.m. When they arrived, they found that lifeguards had pulled a swimmer from the water. The victim, who was conscious and alert, was taken to the hospital for further treatment.
This is the same place an 18-year-old swimmer died after he was pulled from the water last month.
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A Massachusetts city with one of the nation’s largest Cape Verdean communities has imposed a temporary curfew ahead of Friday’s historic World Cup match between the West African nation and Argentina.
The curfew will be in effect in Brockton, just south of Boston, from 10 p.m. Friday until 5 a.m. Saturday.
City officials said the decision follows recent World Cup celebrations that led to dangerous and unlawful behavior.
“World Cup celebrations have resulted in incidents of reckless driving, illegal street gatherings, vandalism, assaults, fireworks violations, disorderly conduct and other criminal activities,” the city said.
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A Cape Verde fan attends the 2026 FIFA World Cup Group H match between Uruguay and Cape Verde at Miami Stadium in Miami on June 21, 2026. (Craig Williamson/SNS Group)
Brockton is home to one of the largest Cape Verdean communities in the United States, with nearly one in four residents identifying as Cape Verdean, according to local outlet The Enterprise.
Friday’s match was expected to draw large celebrations, as the 2026 tournament marks the first time the African island nation has qualified for the FIFA World Cup.
Following previous World Cup matches, Brockton police said several people were injured in shootings that erupted during postgame celebrations, according to local outlet Boston 25 News — prompting city officials to impose the temporary curfew ahead of Friday’s matchup.
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A mural on the side of the Mayor Bill Carpenter Garage in Brockton, Massachusetts, on Oct. 8, 2020. (Lane Turner/The Boston Globe via Getty Images)
Under the curfew order, no one will be permitted to enter establishments serving alcohol after 7 p.m.
Patrons already inside will be allowed to remain until 10 p.m., but “last calls” for alcoholic beverages must end by 9:30 p.m.
The city said only limited exceptions to the curfew will be permitted.
Such cases include law enforcement officers and other first responders, individuals traveling directly to or from lawful employment, those seeking medical care, and those responding to emergencies.
Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha celebrates at the end of the World Cup Group H match against Uruguay in Miami Gardens, Florida, on June 21, 2026. (Lynne Sladky/AP)
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Brockton officials described the measure as a public safety measure intended to preserve public order.
“The purpose of this curfew is to protect public safety, reduce criminal activity associated with post-match celebrations, and enable police, fire, and emergency personnel to effectively maintain order and respond to emergencies,” the city said.
“Residents and visitors are urged to celebrate responsibly, obey all laws, avoid unlawful gatherings, and cooperate with public safety officials to ensure that all World Cup celebrations remain peaceful and safe.”
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