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Massachusetts Officials Raise Highway Speed Limit
Massachusetts residents don't necessarily have the best reputation when it comes to driving. Part of the reason for that could be that we always seem to be in a hurry. In a state known for some serious traffic, especially in the capital city of Boston, drivers in a hurry and slow-moving lanes can be a wild combo.
25 Investigates: MSP confirm 3 Troopers with connection to Read case now under investigation
25 Investigates has confirmed with Massachusetts State Police that 3 troopers working with the Norfolk County District Attorney’s office are under internal investigation.
Police ‘Roll Down Window’ Law In Mass. Explained
Resistance to authority is on the rise in America and it seems every video of an interaction with an officer on YouTube or social media is someone trying to boast about knowing their rights and flexing that knowledge. What's the deal with what you must do when you get pulled...
Listed: A palatial loft above what was once Locke-Ober
“It was where titans of industry used to meet to make deals.”. When it comes to historic restaurants in Boston, Locke-Ober takes the cake. And if you’re looking to hang your hat where JFK Jr. once slurped lobster stew, a palatial loft at 1-3 Winter Place is on the market for $2.799 million.
State Street to allocate $4.2 million to adjust wages after alleged gender discrimination
State Street Corporation has agreed to allocate $4.2 million for future pay adjustments to resolve allegations of gender discrimination at four of its Boston-area offices, the U.S. Department of Labor announced Monday. The department's Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) initially raised concerns about the base pay and bonuses...
Suspect arrested in Somersworth, Berwick road rage incident
SOMERSWORTH — Police have made an arrest in connection with an alleged road rage incident in Somersworth and Berwick, Maine. Police charged Dillon S. O’Shea, 34, of Berwick, with reckless conduct with a deadly weapon, a Class B felony. On July 7, at approximately 8:30 p.m., Somersworth Police responded to the area of Market...
Manchester and Nashua First Responders Concerned About Rise in Overdoses
First responders are expressing concern following the rise of drug overdoses deaths in both Nashua and Manchester. American Medical Response says there were a total of 63 suspected fatal overdoses in those communities last month. But Manchester remains on track to have a 20% drop in opioid overdoses this year,...
Jury Seated in Manchester Child Abandonment Trial
A jury is now seated in connection with the child abandonment trial of Alexandra Eckersley. She is accused of abandoning her newborn son in a tent in Manchester on Christmas night in 2022. After giving birth, Eckersley allegedly misled rescue workers about where the tent was set up before the...
Chesterfield Police crack down on speeding after series of accidents; statewide efforts planned
(MyKeeneNow) – The Chesterfield Police Department conducted a high visibility speed enforcement patrol on Route 9 early Monday morning, resulting in 31 vehicle stops. Of these, 14 drivers received citations primarily for speeding, and one individual was issued a court summons for operating after suspension. The purpose of the...
Franconia Rink project secures $475,000 in federal funding for year-round attraction
Seven years ago, on an unseasonably warm February day, Jennifer Opalinski and her family were ice skating at the Boston Common Frog Pond when she had had an epiphany on how to possibly address a winter-recreation issue in her hometown. Like many North County communities, Franconia has an outdoor ice...
Savings Bank of Walpole promotes Crystal Lewis to vice president
WALPOLE, N.H. – Savings Bank of Walpole is pleased to announce the promotion of Crystal Lewis to vice president, business development officer. Lewis joined the bank in 2019, and quickly implemented initiatives designed to connect with local business customers and introduce new businesses to Savings Bank of Walpole. In the past five years, she has been instrumental in both growing new business relationships and strengthening existing ones, nearly doubling the bank’s volume of ACH originators, wire agreements, and remote deposit customers.
With New Approach to Reign in Overdevelopment, Haverhill Council to Discuss Affordable Housing Next
An update on Haverhill’s affordable housing situation is on the horizon for the City Council, which may begin asking more of developers before approving large projects. Officials said little on the subject during a consequential meeting on residential development last week, prompting Councilor John A. Michitson last night to call for a briefing from the Community Development Division.
Taylor Swift lookalike earns reputation for rendition of pop icon's music at this New England park
SALEM, N.H. — A Taylor Swift lookalike is gaining a reputation for her spot-on tribute to the music of Taylor Swift. And the internet is taking notice. "It's been overwhelmingly positive," said June (Taylor's Version), from her dressing room at Canobie Lake Park in Salem, New Hampshire. "And I'm so humbled by that."
Keene State College Appoints New Softball Coach
KEENE, N.H. – (MyKeeneNow) Keene State College has welcomed back a familiar face to lead its softball team. Haley Chandler, a KSC alumna from the class of 2013, has been named the new head coach of the college’s softball program, according to a news release. Chandler previously coached...
Monadnock Region hospitals resume operations after IT outage
(MyKeeneNow) Hospitals in the Monadnock Region have resumed normal operations following a global IT outage that disrupted services last Friday. The issue stemmed from a faulty update by cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike, which caused widespread technical difficulties, leading to delayed care and postponed surgeries across the nation. Cheshire Medical Center in...
Funding for fire damage repairs at Keene’s transfer station on tap for finance committee
KEENE, N.H. (MyKeeneNow) – The Keene Public Works Department is asking the City Council for authorization to hire a contractor to repair fire damage at the Keene Transfer Station. There were two fires at the transfer station at the end of May, the first did not cause any damage,...
City finance committee selects bond, airport bond
LACONIA — The city council Finance Committee selected Franklin Savings Bank's bid for recommendation to the city council for the bond the city intends to issue for costs of development projects at Laconia Municipal Airport. Bids were submitted by Franklin Savings Bank and Bank of New Hampshire for consideration...
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