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ARMI secures grant to help biofabrication research in Manchester
MANCHESTER, N.H. — The Advanced Regenerative Manufacturing Institute, known as ARMI, will receive a $44 million grant to advance biofabrication science in Manchester. U.S. Deputy Commerce Secretary Don Graves and U.S. Sen. Jeanne Shaheen were at the Regen Valley Tech Hub in Manchester on Tuesday for the announcement. Officials...
Tri-Town Democrats award two scholarships
For seven years, the Tri-Town Democrats of Barnstead, Gilmanton, and Alton have been offering a scholarship to a senior from one of those three towns who is graduating from Prospect Mountain or Gilford High School. The award is given based on essays written in response to a different essay question each year. This year, the question was: “If you witnessed or heard about an incident of racism or bigotry (including jokes) in your community, what would you do about it?”
Manchester mayor to propose ban on public homeless encampments
MANCHESTER, N.H. — The city of Manchester will soon consider an ordinance to prevent people from camping out on the street or in some parks. The proposal from Mayor Jay Ruais comes on the heels of a U.S. Supreme Court ruling that gives local municipalities more power to stop public homeless encampments.
Fireworks ordinance violation reported in New Hampshire preceding Independence Day festivities
Manchester, NH- Police say two adults and three juveniles were located near illegally set off fireworks on Lake Shore Road and issued ordinances on June 27th. Manchester police responded at approximately 12:20AM after receiving noise complaints in the area near Massabesic Lake. Officers claim they found fireworks in the street along with smoking debris and five individuals.
Windham teen receives Gold Award Girl Scout Scholarship
WINDHAM, N.H. — A Windham teen became the only person in New Hampshire and Vermont to win the Gold Award Girl Scout Scholarship this year. Sarah Zachas, 18, was awarded $5,000 for her work building a pollinator garden at Moeckel Pond and teaching the public about protecting pollinators. Zachas...
14-year-old girl leads police on chase in stolen car in Rindge, police say
MANCHESTER, N.H. — A 14-year-old girl from Manchester is facing several criminal charges after leading police on a chase in a stolen car. Police said they stopped the vehicle around 2:30 a.m. Saturday for speeding through Rindge, New Hampshire. According to police, four passengers jumped out and fled, while...
Enforcement Day Shows 248 Vehicle Stops in Manchester
Sixteen people are facing charges following their arrests as part of a joint enforcement day in Manchester. City police and Hillsborough County Sheriff’s deputies made 248 vehicle stops last Wednesday. Manchester.inklink.news reported the intent of the ‘no tolerance’ initiative was to crack down on driving violations, criminal offenses and...
Officials say pills produced and sold by Manchester man contained fentanyl, methamphetamine
MANCHESTER, N.H. — Federal officials have raised a public safety concern after they say pills containing a mixture of drugs were sold by a Manchester man now facing criminal charges. Jerry Summers, 44, of Manchester, is charged with one count of manufacturing a controlled substance, two counts of distribution...
Haverhill Man Admits To Stealing Money Meant For Veteran Suicide: Feds
David Duren, 48, admitted to wire fraud on Monday, July 1, the US Attorney for New Hampshire said. He faces up to 20 years in prison during his sentencing on Oct. 10. Duren was a program manager at a healthcare provider in Nashua, New Hampshire, and oversaw a $750,000 program funded by a Staff Sergeant Fox Suicide Prevention Grant. The money was earmarked for treatments and services for veterans at risk of killing themselves.
School district drops challenge against former business administrator
LACONIA — The city’s school board will no longer fight a decision that a former employee was wrongfully denied pay for unused vacation time, ending a legal battle that started with her firing more than two years ago. Christine Blouin, then-business administrator for the school district, was fired...
Hillsborough school district and teachers reach a quick salary increase agreement
For the first time in recent memory, Hillsborough county public school teachers will know what their salary is before the start of the school year. Negotiations between the teachers union and district typically stretch into the fall or even spring semester. But union leaders and school board officials said, this...
New Hampshire Man Charged After Child's Fentanyl Overdose, Nashua Police Investigating
A New Hampshire man is now facing severe legal repercussions following the overdose of an 11-year-old girl on fentanyl, a powerful and often deadly opioid. Tyler Greenhalgh, 31, has been arraigned on charges including felony possession of a controlled drug, with a subsequent offense, and misdemeanor endangering the welfare of a child, according to a report from WHDH.
Some Suspects Face Less-Serious Charges for Roles in Dartmouth College Protest
Dozens of protesters who participated in last month’s pro-Palestinian demonstrations on the campus of Dartmouth College won’t face charges. Local sources say Hanover police prosecutor Mariana Pastore is opting not to file criminal charges in 28 cases. Another 35 of those facing similar offenses reportedly will see their...
Rembrandt Documentary Comes to the Giant Screen at The Park Theatre in Jaffrey
Since 2011, the acclaimed art documentary series, Exhibition on Screen, has produced dozens of documentaries about important museum exhibitions from around the globe. The films have received dozens of awards and academic recognitions. One of their most acclaimed films is about one of the greatest visual artists that ever lived: Rembrandt. This film screens on Wednesday, July 10 at 1:30pm at The Park Theatre performing arts center in Jaffrey, NH.
Justin Nicolas ’26 Wasting No Time Getting A Taste Of Real Construction-Site Management
Growing up with the greater Boston skyline in view, Justin Nicolas ’26 has long been fascinated by city development and business construction. Halfway through his college education, he’s poised for a career centered on those interests. Call this summer his hands-on phase. A construction management and architecture double...
Play Along with The Band at Next Plaistow Summer Series Concert
Key Elements, a four-piece New Hampshire-based cover band featuring Plaistow-raised siblings Mike and Liz Comeau, will perform in the next concert in the Plaistow Summer Series. The Comeaus, who honed their musical talents in the Timberlane Band, perform nostalgic favorites from the 70s and 80s with their bandmates. Expect hits...
Southern New Hampshire University welcomes new president
Southern New Hampshire University has welcomed its new president. SNHU said on Monday, former Provost Lisa Marsh Ryerson's began her role as president following the unanimous decision of the Board of Trustees. Marsh Ryerson is the university's sixth president, succeeding Dr. Paul J. LeBlanc, who served as president for 21...
Mike Caparco Commits To Rivier University
An '03 from Cranston, RI, Caparco has spent the past two seasons in the Eastern Hockey League (EHL) with the Seahawks. In his first season, he played 37 games, recording 3 goals and 9 assists for a total of 12 points. In the 2023-24 season, he played 44 games, tallying 13 goals and 12 assists for a total of 25 points.
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