Overview

• Meredith and Madeline Gaudreau said they will spend August 29 together with their kids on the Jersey Shore to honor Johnny and Matthew.
• Sean M. Higgins has pleaded not guilty, rejected a 35‑year plea offer, and faces pretrial motions including a bid to suppress his statement, with hearings expected in September.
• Court and police records cite a 0.087% blood‑alcohol level for Higgins and describe him passing vehicles before striking the brothers riding single file on the fog line.
• The John and Matthew Gaudreau Foundation launched this month to support youth hockey, families affected by tragedy, and victims of drunk driving, with fundraising that includes an adaptive playground project.
• Family milestones continued over the past year as Madeline welcomed son Tripp in December and Meredith welcomed son Carter in April, while the hockey community held sustained tributes including team ceremonies and a banner honor.