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State appealing federal court decision against ‘banned concepts’ law
Months after a federal court held that a 2021 state law regulating how teachers address race, gender, and other topics was unconstitutional, New Hampshire’s Attorney General’s Office has filed an appeal. In a filing to the First Circuit Court of Appeals in Boston announced Wednesday, the office argued that the U.S. District Court of New […]
Legal Briefs: News from Around NH
Shaheen & Gordon, P.A. has welcomed attorney Austin M. Mikolaities to the firm’s business law and real estate groups, based out of the firm’s Dover office. Mikolaities’ practice focuses on complex corporate transactions, including purchase and sales, mergers and acquisitions, 1031 exchanges, membership interest transfers and stock/asset sales. He has knowledge of commercial transactions, commercial leasing and entity formation, and seeks to build lasting client relationships by providing ongoing legal guidance for businesses.
Mass. Lottery’s Biggest Prize Winner Ever
What's the most amount of money you'll part with for a scratch ticket? Massachusetts has offered a $50 instant ticket for about 18 months now, but I've only purchased one. Scratch tickets are a great gift idea for gambling enthusiasts and are super fun to receive as well, but we all know Powerball is where the big money is at.
Two teens arrested, charged with robbing 9-year-old boy at gunpoint in Boston
Two teens have been arrested for allegedly robbing a 9-year-old boy of his cellphone at gunpoint in Boston Thursday, police say. The young boy was at Children’s Park at the corner of Intervale and Fernboro Street waiting for a cookout around 6:30 p.m. when two 15-year-olds approached him and took his cell phone at gunpoint, Essex County District Attorney Kevin Hayden said. The two 15-year-old teens were charged with armed robbery and threat to commit a crime in West Roxbury Juvenile Court on Friday. “Being robbed at gunpoint is a terrifying experience for anyone. But the age of the victim here, and the ages of the charged juveniles, adds an extra layer of shock and heartbreak. I commend this young boy and the adults present for providing the information that led to the arrest,” Suffolk County District Attorney Kevin Hayden said.
Storm system developing this weekend to smack New England coast with whipping winds, gnarly waves
The FOX Forecast Center is monitoring the evolution of an upper-level low off the mid-Atlantic, which is expected to approach the coast of New England during the early workweek, increasing the chances of unpleasant beach weather.
Restaurant owner charged in North End shooting last year pleads guilty
The owner of a restaurant charged in a shooting last year near a popular bakery in Boston's North End has pleaded guilty. Patrick Mendoza pleaded guilty in Suffolk Superior Court to charges of assault and battery attempt with a firearm, armed assault to murder, carrying a loaded firearm without a license, illegal possession of ammunition and carrying a firearm without a license.
UNH Records a 3.46 GPA in Pursuit of America East's Academic Cup
BOSTON – The University of New Hampshire recorded a 3.46 GPA to finish among the top schools in the 2023-24 Walter Harrison Academic Cup as announced Friday by America East. This is the fourth consecutive year UNH finished with a mark of 3.40 or higher in the Academic Cup. The Wildcats had a 3.44 GPA in 2022-23, captured the Cup in 2021-22 with a 3.42, and recorded a 3.47 in 2020-21. Led by America East sport GPA champions swimming and diving (3.75) and volleyball (3.71), seven of the 12 Wildcat teams in the conference tallied a GPA of 3.45 or higher. Women's cross country (3.71), women's track & field (3.62), lacrosse (3.53), men's cross country (3.51) and women's soccer (3.45) also finished with a GPA of 3.45 or higher.
ApprenticeshipNH and Sanel NAPA launch apprenticeship program to develop front-line talent
ApprenticeshipNH, a workforce training program of the Community College System of New Hampshire, has partnered with Sanel NAPA, an auto parts, heavy-duty truck parts, and body shop supplies distributor in northern New England, to introduce a Parts Salesperson Registered Apprenticeship Program (RAP). The program’s mission is to develop the skills...
Dartmouth implements water safety ‘enhancements’
Following the death of Won Jang ’26 — whose body was found in the Connecticut River on July 7 — the College is reemphasizing its water safety policies. In a joint email to campus sent on July 12, Dartmouth Student Government, Dean of the College Scott Brown and Ledyard Canoe Club sent “important safety reminders” about the use of swimming docks on the Connecticut “in light of the tragic death” of Jang. In addition to sharing swimming and “general waterfront safety” guidelines, the group wrote that there would be “additional signage” by the river as they “continue to discuss these crucial water safety issues.”
University of New Hampshire launches Space Technology Hub to support growing space economy
DURHAM — The University of New Hampshire has announced the launch of a Space Technology Hub, a first-of-its-kind center in the region that will provide cutting-edge space expertise and equipment to the burgeoning commercial space sector. "We are thrilled to be launching the Space Technology Hub, which will connect the resources at UNH with the rapidly developing New Space industry, thereby accelerating the growth of the space economy in the Northeast,” said Réka Winslow, director for the Space Technology...
City manager to have voice in selecting State School buyer
LACONIA — The decision about which of the five reported buyers the state will negotiate with for the sale of the former Laconia State School property is clearly in the governor’s hands. City leaders, once bitten and twice shy, are hoping to apply as much influence as they can, and have scored a win on that front by getting the city manager a literal seat at the table where that decision will be made.
Dover native competing in 3rd Olympic Games, hoping for second medal
DOVER, N.H. — Jessica Parratto is diving into her third Olympic Games, even coming out of retirement to compete in Paris. It comes as no surprise to her close friends back home in Dover. “She put a lot of things on pause and made a lot of sacrifices to...
Win Tickets to the Craftsmen’s Fair
Listen to NH in the Morning with Neal & Marga all week for chances to win pairs of tickets to the 91st Annual Craftsmen’s Fair!. The League of NH Craftsmen is headed back to the Mount Sunapee Resort in Newbury, NH August 5-13, for the 90th Annual Craftsmen’s Fair! Shop for fine craft at nearly 200 booths and meet the artists; visit inspiring exhibitions that will show you how to integrate art into your home and landscape; take in dynamic demonstrations that show many ways that raw materials become beautiful, finished pieces. Open 10am – 5pm daily, rain or shine. Free parking. No pets allowed.
City Council greenlights final design contract for downtown Keene revamp
KEENE, N.H. (MyKeeneNow) – The Keene City Council is poised to advance the final design phase of its downtown infrastructure overhaul, marking a crucial milestone in revitalizing the city. On Thursday, the City Council’s Finance, Organization, and Personnel (FOP) Committee unanimously endorsed City Manager Elizabeth Dragon to negotiate and finalize a design contract with Stantec, an engineering consulting firm, for up to $1.23 million.
Olympics glory: Jessica Parratto's proud parents going to Paris after missing Tokyo
Amy Parratto bought an American flag on a recent shopping trip to Walmart. It was a small, yet significant purchase because for the first time in eight years, she’ll be there in person when her daughter, world-class diver and Dover native Jessica Parratto, competes in the Paris 2024 Summer Olympics. Fans weren’t allowed to attend the 2020 Tokyo Games in Japan, which were rescheduled to 2021 because of the coronavirus pandemic. ...
Q&A with Dartmouth Cemetery trustee Petra Sergent
Dartmouth Cemetery trustee Petra Sergent plays a crucial role in maintaining the cemetery’s headstones. Established in 1771 by Eleazar Wheelock, the Dartmouth Cemetery, also known as the Town of Hanover Cemetery, was maintained by the Dartmouth Cemetery Association from 1845 to 1943, according to Dartmouth News. In 1943, the Association ran out of funds and signed the deed to the Town of Hanover, who has managed the grounds since. Every other week in the spring and summer, Sergent — also a member of the Dartmouth Cemetery Conservation Group, formed in 2022 for headstone cleaning and preservation — ventures to the cemetery for maintenance. The Dartmouth sat down with Sergent to discuss the DCCG, the cemetery’s history and the lives of those buried on campus.
João Catafesta Joins UNH Men’s Soccer
DURHAM, N.H. – The University of New Hampshire men's soccer program has announced the signing of freshman midfielder João Catafesta (Foz do Iguaçu, Brazil). "João is a central midfielder from Brazil," said head coach Rich Weinrebe. "He has great vision, and 360 awareness, is technically strong, and shows a good passing range that will help move the ball into higher positions quickly. We also love his ability to win the ball back. João has shown the right mentality to have an extremely successful career in Durham."
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