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Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro visits NH delegation as Walz set to take DNC stage
CHICAGO — Vice presidential candidate Tim Walz is scheduled to speak in prime time Wednesday on night three of the Democratic National Convention. The speech will be one of Walz's first big moments as the Democratic vice presidential nominee. Democrats have had two high-energy nights in a row during...
New Hampshire police officer seriously injured after being deliberately hit, police say
LACONIA, N.H. — A man is facing an attempted murder charge after police say he struck a Laconia police officer with a vehicle on Thursday night. Justin Spirko, 38, is facing multiple charges, including attempted second-degree murder, reckless conduct, aggravated driving while intoxicated, criminal threatening, resisting arrest, criminal mischief and attempted simple assault.
BLOCKED: Principals say they’ll enforce phone ban in middle/high school classrooms
With less than a week to go before the start of classes, Abington Middle and High School leaders dropped the hammer on students: smart phones are no longer allowed in the classroom. While students can still bring their phones with them to school, they will be restricted to using them...
South Shore Boston Kid & Family Weekend Events Sat August 24th & Sun August 25th
Happy August The calendar is super busy with events this weekend with family fun. Discover the Best Things to Do in the South Shore this August Weekend. Events with the kids and family Eating, Drinking, Events & more. Save the dATE August 24th Hull ‘End of Summer Bash’ to Benefit...
‘Out of control’: Mother in North Andover murder-suicide had mental health problems, prior arrests
The mom suspected of stabbing her baby to death before turning the knife on herself in an apparent murder-suicide in North Andover had a history of mental health problems and prior arrests, documents showed.
How New Hampshire’s candidates for governor would lead on energy, climate change
This story is the second in a series examining how the top four gubernatorial candidates, as determined by polling data, would lead on energy and the environment. Read the first one here. The third installment, coming soon, will focus on the candidates’ positions on offshore wind. New Hampshire’s natural beauty is undeniable. But its environment – and the people and the economy that depend on it – faces mounting threats due to climate change. ...
Hampton Beach Labor Day weekend 2024: Ex-NFL players hit the beach, circus and more
HAMPTON — Labor Day weekend at Hampton Beach will feature former NFL stars playing beach football and circus performers putting on one of the greatest shows by the sand. "It's going to be a great weekend," Hampton Beach Village District co-marketing director Lisa Martineau said. "We want people to come out and enjoy the atmosphere of what's going on." ...
Men's Soccer Nike/BSN Team Store Now Open Until Sept. 4
DURHAM, N.H. – Fans, supporters and alumni have an opportunity to purchase official Nike Authentics sportswear. in a limited-edition UNH men's soccer team store that starts now through Wednesday, Sept. 4. A portion of the proceeds from each sale will benefit the UNH men's soccer program. The No. 9...
Stratham resident to pilot historic, high-flying SpaceX mission, Polaris Dawn
The upcoming civilian-led Polaris Dawn mission to space, featuring a first-of-its-kind commercial spacewalk to be attempted 435 miles above the Earth, will be piloted by retired Air Force Lt. Col. Scott “Kidd” Poteet, a Durham native and University of New Hampshire graduate, who now lives in Stratham. With his sights set on history, Poteet will be the mission pilot at the helm of the Falcon 9, set to blast into space on Monday. Poteet is a 1996...
Rochester Pride will be LGBTQ+ celebration and protest of new laws in NH, organizer says
ROCHESTER — Rochester Pride, which is being held this Saturday, Aug. 24, has two purposes for the LGBTQ+ community, according to event coordinator Ashley Desrochers. "Pride is a celebration and a protest," said Desrochers, a former Rochester city councilor. "It is relevant this year as we just saw several pieces of legislation passed attacking our community. That includes the law Gov. Chris Sununu (signed) barring transgender youth from playing in school sports. Thankfully the court disagreed." ...
Massachusetts Police, DOT Warn Against Latest Scam Targeting EZPass Drivers
Massachusetts State Police are warning residents about the latest scam targeting locals. Massachusetts is full of a lot of really good people, unfortunately, there are still some bad ones out there as well. In an age where people have access to others in so many ways, coupled with ever-growing technology, scams are on the rise.
What we know about the massive military plane that buzzed Plymouth
Kenneth Fosdick was in his boat last Friday morning – going past State Pier – when a huge C-17 military transport jet flew over, its engines producing a roar. “I look up and I’m like, ‘Oh, my God!” said Fosdick, an experienced pilot and the chair of Plymouth’s Airport Commission. “I honestly thought that there was something wrong.”
Provincetown Carnival 2024: Today's schedule, from the parade to the underwear party
It's Day 6 of Provincetown Carnival Week - parade day! The Renaissance X Revolution-themed week for 2024 runs from Aug. 17-24. The tip of Cape Cod is expected to be packed with rainbows, feathers, big hair and plenty of costumes with nods to Marie Antoinette and Beyoncé. ...
West Nile virus detected in mosquitoes found in Hull
Mosquitoes bite during the day and night, and live both indoors and outdoors. To protect against insect bites, wear long-sleeved shirts and long pants, and use insect repellent with any of these EPA-registered active ingredients: DEET, picaridin, IR3535, oil of lemon eucalyptus, para-menthane-diol, or 2-undecanone. Indoors, use an insect fogger and use window and door screens; outdoors, remove any standing water and use insect spray to treat areas were mosquitoes nest.
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