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WHS grad recovering from serious injuries after Seabrook Beach crash: 'Like a miracle'
SEABROOK — The prayers of family and friends of 19-year-old Cayleigh Adams are being answered, according to the mother of the Seabrook beach parking attendant severely injured when her UTV was struck by a car on June 28. “Everyone at the emergency room and the hospital, the doctors and...
Video: Sunny and warmer Tuesday
The big 4th of July week is here, and the weather looks good for most of it with a few changes from time to time. Tuesday will be sunny and warmer, coolest at the coast. More sun and some clouds at times on Wednesday. Pleasantly warm too...coolest coast. The next...
Exeter downtown businesses irked by ongoing Ioka construction: 'Hurry up and get it done'
EXETER — Construction to transform the century-old Ioka building into a mixed-use development with a speak-easy restaurant, retail and condos is nearing the finish line. And for nearby businesses, the end can't come soon enough. Businesses have expressed growing frustration that the project, which began in 2021, has gone on for this long. Mainly,...
Albacore Park to break ground on new visitor center
PORTSMOUTH — Albacore Park, a National Historic Landmark Site and museum in Portsmouth, is expanding its visitor center. Thanks to generous funding provided by the New Hampshire Charitable Foundation, the Linn Foundation, and an anonymous donor, they are working on a building expansion that will double the size of Albacore Park’s visitor center.
Strafford County Commission election dispute to be heard by NH Ballot Law Commission
DOVER — State Representative Cliff Newton, R-Rochester, is challenging the right of a sitting commissioner and another county resident to run against him in the District 3 Strafford County Commission race. House Bill 75, signed into law in 2023, divided Strafford County into three districts. Before the bill passed...
Teen movie night, beach slime and a magic workshop: Community events July 1-7
DOVER — Teens entering grades 7-12 are invited to join the Dover Public Library on Monday, July 1, at 5 p.m. for a showing of "Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring" (rated PG-13). Themed snacks and drinks will be provided. Summer Crafternoon at Dover Library. DOVER...
Calais dam renovation aims to control flooding
CALAIS, Vt. (WCAX) - A dam in Calais is getting a makeover after last summer’s flooding. The couple hundred Vermonters who call Calais home spent years working to flood-proof the dam on Curtis Pond, only to watch that progress wash down the drain last summer. A year later, they’re ready to put a cork in the damage once and for all.
Arrested and released: Four minors accused of committing armed robbery in Burlington
BURLINGTON, Vt. — Burlington police are investigating an armed robbery committed over the weekend involving four juveniles. Police say they got a report of a robbery at gunpoint near Saint Louis Street on Friday night, just after 6:45 p.m. The investigation revealed someone had been robbed and assaulted. Later...
New York State’s “Over 8″ Law Is In Effect
As we begin July, and get ready for the Independence Day holiday, people across New York State are planning their weekend fun! However, before you hit the road, there is one law that you need to be aware of and follow. By all accounts, this should be the busiest Independence...
Onsen Ramen shuts doors in Essex Junction after almost two years
Onsen Ramen, a popular eatery in Essex Junction, shut its doors last Friday after nearly two years in business. The ramen restaurant, which opened at its Pearl Street address in December 2022, was named for the natural Japanese hot springs some which attract snow monkeys − one of which featured in the Onsen Ramen logo.
Bob's Stores is closing all New England locations. What it means in RI.
Bob's Stores is closing all of its store locations. Yes, even the one in Cranston. The discount retailer announced it's closing all of its locations throughout Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York and Rhode Island. The only Rhode Island location is located at 92 Cluff Crossing in Salem. Bob's Stores President Dave Barton said the company's financial...
NH man charged with child endangerment after 11-year-old overdoses on fentanyl
A New Hampshire man is facing child endangerment and drug charges after an 11-year-old in his care overdosed on fentanyl last week. Nashua police said they arrested 31-year-old Tyler Greenhalgh, of Nashua, for felony possession of a controlled drug, subsequent offense, and misdemeanor endangering the welfare of a child. Bail was set at $2,500 and he was scheduled to be arraigned on Monday in Nashua District Court.
Foreigners Journey to kick off Great Waters 2024 Season
MOULTONBOROUGH — Foreigners Journey will ignite the 2024 Great Waters season with their Concerts in the Clouds series at the Castle in the Clouds in Moultonborough on Saturday, July 13, at 7:30 p.m. This ensemble, composed of seasoned members, is dedicated to delivering the sounds, visuals, and emotional highs...
Leadership Lakes Region finishes 24th year with 23 graduates
Leadership Lakes Region, the professional development non-profit, recently concluded its 24th annual year with its Lakes/Environmental Issues Day at Rockywold-Deep Haven Camp followed by a graduation ceremony at the Belknap Mill. The program was formed in 1996 by a group of concerned citizens looking for a mechanism to create more...
Trump edges out Biden in New Hampshire in post-debate poll
Former President Trump has a 2-point lead over President Biden in New Hampshire, according to a poll published Monday, showing significant gains for Trump after Biden’s poor debate performance last week. The Saint Anselm College poll found that 44 percent of New Hampshire voters would back Trump if the election was held today, to 42…
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