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Belknap House celebrates 10th anniversary with golf tournament fundraiser for families without a home
LACONIA — Belknap House will host its annual golf tournament to raise money to provide vital shelter and resources for homeless families in the community on Monday, Sept. 9, at the Laconia Country Club. Golf players are encouraged to join a day of fun while directly contributing to the essential services provided by Belknap House.
Dartmouth researchers awarded $31M as part of 'Cancer Moonshot' initiative
MANCHESTER, N.H. — Researchers at Dartmouth College have received $31 million from the Biden administration to develop technology that enhances prostate cancer surgeries. "We, obviously, were super excited. You know, it was really a wonderful day," said Keith Paulsen, of Dartmouth College. Paulsen and a team of engineers at...
Data Shows Overdoses Dropping in Nashua and Manchester
Data is showing the number of opioid overdoses is continuing to decline in two of the Granite State’s largest cities. American Medical Response says Manchester is on track to have 21% fewer overdoses this year and Nashua’s overdoses are projected to be down 9% in 2024. Several factors...
Keene SwampBats champ makes MLB debut
KEENE, N.H. (MyKeeneNow) – An alumni of the Keene SwampBats made his Major League Baseball debut this week. Will Wagner is a graduate of Liberty University and was part of the SwampBats during their championship 2019 season. He became the 36th Bat to make it to the MLB Monday night.
Little League World Series 2024: How to watch New England vs. West for free
The best teams in youth baseball return to Williamsport, Pennsylvania on Wednesday for the start of the Little League World Series. The second game of the four games scheduled to open the Little League World Series on Wednesday, Aug. 14, will feature the New England Region vs. the West Region.
Pets with Potential: NEK cat edition
ST JOHNSBURY, Vt. (WCAX) - This week’s Pets with Potential are five cats up for adoption at the Kingdom Animal Shelter in St. Johnsbury. Libby is a sweet and gentle six-year-old kitty who loves attention. Shelter staff say she’s an easy-going sweetheart who loves a warm lap to snuggle in and lots of belly rubs. Libby would do best in a quiet home with someone who is home to give her the attention she deserves.
Portland man at risk of eviction continues the fight to keep his childhood home
PORTLAND, Maine — We have an update on a story we brought you in July about a Portland man who has been fighting to keep his childhood home. Darryl Crabtree, 60, has cognitive challenges and helped take care of his elderly parents for years in their home on Maine Avenue until they both passed away.
Florida animal rescue wants dog back after 6 dogs die under Maine rescue owner’s care
BUCKSPORT, Maine (WABI) - An employee at a Florida-based animal rescue says one of their former dogs is one of the 27 that were rescued from Coastal Dreams Rescue and Sanctuary in Bucksport earlier this month. The owner and operator is now facing several charges for mistreating dogs at her...
Nelson family named top dairy farm
Scotch Burn Farm, an eighth-generation dairy operation in Ryegate, Vt., has been named the 2024 Vermont Dairy Farm of the Year. We’re glad you’re interested in this valuable content! Please understand that in order for us to be able to fund reporters covering local news, we need your help! For full access to this story and all online content, please log in or subscribe to the Addison Independent.
Emergency crews on scene of 'serious' crash involving bicyclist in Sabattus
SABATTUS, Maine — Emergency crews responded to the scene of a "serious" crash involving a bicyclist Thursday afternoon in Sabattus. Sabattus Fire Chief Adam Thacker told NEWS CENTER Maine the crash happened on Litchfield Road and involved a car and bicyclist. Litchfield Road is reportedly closed from Route 126 to the area of Hillside Drive.
Up in the Air: Maine’s Most Popular Airline Routes Revealed
Air travel can be rough. The long security lines, crowded food courts, non-existent parking, never-ending terminals, and general public can drive any sane person mad. However, we Mainers are relatively lucky. Our two largest commercial airports are a godsend. Easy in, easy out. There's nothing like parking and getting to the gate in the span of 10 minutes. It's a completely different flying experience, and small market flying at its finest.
Palestinians working to end domestic violence travel to Camden to learn from Finding Our Voices
Palestinians from the West Bank working to curb gender-based violence in their communities met with Finding Our Voices on August 6 for guidance on ways to do that. The delegation’s Camden stop was part of a three-week, State Department-sponsored tour of the US that included visits with groups combatting domestic violence in Washington D.C., Minnesota, and Las Vegas. Allison Hodgkins, executive director of the World Affairs Council of Maine, said the Palestinian group’s “focused goal” in developing an effective public awareness campaign is what led her to want to include a visit with Finding Our Voices on the Maine leg of the tour.
Racial Unity Team welcomes Andrés Mejía to board of directors
EXETER — The Racial Unity Team recently announced the appointment of Andrés Mejía to its board of directors. Mejía, who is the director of organizational learning and talent development at the New Hampshire Charitable Foundation, will serve the remaining vacant term of board member Kathleen Blake, who stepped down from her position. “I am...
New Hampshire Now Has Its Own Smithsonian Story
When you hear the word "Smithsonian", does your mind wander to Washington, D.C.?. The Smithsonian National Museum is a marvel compilation of 17 museums in the the D.C. area, including the Natural History Museum, Air and Space Museum, American History Museum, and American Art Museum. It's a destination for students,...
NH police: Motorcyclist seriously injured in Spaulding Turnpike crash in Dover
DOVER — A motorcyclist was seriously injured in a crash on the Spaulding Turnpike Wednesday night, which closed the highway for more than an hour. State police said the single-vehicle crash occurred at 8:45 p.m. near Exit 7 in Dover on the southbound side of the turnpike. Police said a preliminary investigation revealed that...
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