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New Hampshire man accused of smashing lanterns with hammer at Portsmouth synagogue
PORTSMOUTH (WGME) -- A New Hampshire man is now facing enforcement actions filed against him for violating the Civil Rights Act in the state. Thirty-one-year-old Kevin O'Leary allegedly used a hammer to smash two lanterns at Temple Israel in Portsmouth in April. According to the attorney general, O'Leary could be...
NH Hospital shooter bought gun in Barrington by concealing hospital commitment
The man who fatally shot security officer Bradley Haas in the New Hampshire Hospital lobby in November was prohibited under federal law from purchasing a gun because he had been committed to a psychiatric facility in 2016. Mental health concerns also led the police to confiscate guns he had at the time. But John Madore, 33, told the Barrington gun dealer who sold him the pistol he used to kill Haas that he’d never had such a...
A Back-to School Progress Report on Campus Construction
This has been the busiest construction season on campus in recent memory, with crews making progress on a variety of projects that are renewing and expanding undergraduate housing and upgrading athletics and performing arts facilities. In addition, pipes and electrical duct banks are being installed as part of a campus-wide...
Man imprisoned at Maine State Prison dies at 50
WARREN, Maine — The Maine Department of Corrections announced Friday the death of an incarcerated individual. Stephen Lee, 50, of Waterville, who was serving a sentence at Maine State Prison, died shortly before 11:30 a.m. Friday, the department said in a news release. The department said Lee's death was...
New Hampshire man accused of smashing lanterns with hammer at Portsmouth synagogue
PORTSMOUTH (WGME) -- A New Hampshire man is now facing enforcement actions filed against him for violating the Civil Rights Act in the state. Thirty-one-year-old Kevin O'Leary allegedly used a hammer to smash two lanterns at Temple Israel in Portsmouth in April. According to the attorney general, O'Leary could be...
Keene School District introduces new leadership for the 2024-2025 academic year
KEENE, N.H. (MyKeeneNow) – The Keene School District has unveiled key changes to its administrative team for the upcoming school year, with three new leaders stepping into pivotal roles aimed at enhancing student services, curriculum development, and community education. Kate Adams has been appointed as the Director of Student...
Custom Automatic Door Installation Solves Hotel Budget Constraints
A hotel in Londonderry, New Hampshire, faced budget constraints and was looking for a creative solution to upgrade their entrance from manual swing doors to an automatic sliding door without the costs associated with demoing and reframing the openings. Door Control, Inc., a part of Door Services Corporation, provided a solution with a custom installation.
Very Local's 'My Perfect Day' brings dreams to life for deserving people
MANCHESTER, N.H. — A new show is launching Thursday on Very Local. "My Perfect Day" surprises deserving people with a perfect day tailored just for them. It is hosted by Woman's Day editor-in-chief Meaghan Murphy. The show brings dreams to life and gives the gift of surprises and new...
Rainey's Superb Saves and Lappin's Late Goal Lift UNH to 1-1 Tie at Louisville
LOUISVILLE, Ky. – Sally Rainey (West Lebanon, N.H.) made nine saves and Delaney Lappin (Corbin City, N.J.) scored a goal in the 86th minute to lead the University of New Hampshire women's soccer team to Thursday night's 1-1 tie against the University of Louisville at Dr. Mark and Cindy Lynn Stadium.
Men’s and Women’s Hockey Individual Game Tickets On Sale Now
DURHAM, N.H. – University of New Hampshire men's and women's hockey individual game tickets are on sale now for the 2024-25 season. The schedule is highlighted by each team hosting White Out The Whitt versus arch-rival Maine in the Border Battle presented by Buffalo Wild Wings. The men's team will clash with the Black Bears on Friday, Nov. 22, while the women's team will play Maine on Friday, Jan. 3.
Keene State College aims for strong finish in 2024 field hockey season
KEENE, N.H. (MyKeeneNow) – In a preseason poll conducted by the Little East Conference (LEC) coaches, Keene State College’s field hockey team has been predicted to secure the second spot in the upcoming 2024 season. The Owls, who concluded last season with a 13-9 overall record and a 5-1 mark in conference play, garnered 29 points, including one first-place vote.
Orleans County residents to answer to cocaine trafficking charge
At about 8:30 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 22, 2024, Vermont State Police troopers observed a vehicle traveling north on Interstate 91 in the town of Barnet. While traveling behind the vehicle, troopers noticed numerous motor vehicle violations including marked lane violations and failure to use directional signals while changing lanes. Troopers stopped the vehicle and contacted the driver, identified as 45-year-old Daniel Allen of Morgan, Vermont. While speaking with the occupants, troopers observed signs of illegal drug use in the vehicle and asked for consent to search the car. Consent to search was obtained from the occupants. A search of the vehicle yielded approximately 388 grams of crack cocaine. Allen and his passengers, 35-year-old Aubrey Bolduc of Irasburg, Vermont, and 19-year-old Ricky Hernandez Jr. of Springfield, Massachusetts, were cited to appear on Nov. 18, 2024, in the Criminal Division of Vermont Superior Court in St. Johnsbury to answer the charge of cocaine trafficking. Troopers were assisted by members of the Newport Police Department K-9 Unit.
State Rule Changes Threaten Medical Cannabis Providers
Vetted Cannabis is one of the medical offices affected by a state rules change. Rule changes made by the Maine Office of Cannabis Policy could seriously impact the operations of several medical cannabis caregivers here. Sanford’s zoning ordinance currently allows for a medical cannabis cultivator to have an office where they prescribe and sell product directly to their patients. Before that provision was created, medical providers in town had to meet their patients in a public place to deliver cannabis to them.
Students head back to the classroom next week
KEENE, N.H. (MyKeeneNow) – Students in the Monadnock Region head back to school on next week. According to SAU 29’s website, school resumes for all districts on Tuesday, August 27th. Preschool at Jonathan Daniels and in Marlborough will begin after Labor Day on September 3rd, along with Kindergarten in both Keene and Chesterfield. Marlow preschool and kindergarten begins September 9th.
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