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Eagle Grabs Lunch in the Backyard of Exeter, New Hampshire, Home
It's pretty amazing to watch an eagle enjoy lunch from the deck of your home in Exeter, New Hampshire. Susan Drinker sees a lot of gorgeous wildlife right from the deck of her home. She is often snapping pictures of her favorite bird, the heron. It's actually a heron that...
Albacore Park to break ground on new visitor center
PORTSMOUTH — Albacore Park, a National Historic Landmark Site and museum in Portsmouth, is expanding its visitor center. Thanks to generous funding provided by the New Hampshire Charitable Foundation, the Linn Foundation, and an anonymous donor, they are working on a building expansion that will double the size of Albacore Park’s visitor center.
Africano: Hampton Beach parking changes should be driven by safety, not views
This message is to address a pressing concern regarding the current setup of parking along Ocean Boulevard in Hampton, particularly the area between Highland Avenue and Winnacunnet Road. It is abundantly clear that the existing arrangement poses significant risks to both pedestrians and drivers alike. The current layout, which requires beach visitors to park their cars between the northbound and southbound lanes of traffic, forces them to unload their vehicles and then cross the northbound lanes amidst...
Kittery, Maine, Favorite Named Among Best ‘Classic Food’ Restaurants in America
When it comes to deeming food "classic American fare", that terminology can be broad. For many, a classic meal could be something like a burger and fries, bacon and eggs, or fish and chips. The majority of restaurants across the United States have some form of classic American fare on...
Great white shark 'pings' trackers off Seacoast: Here's what that really means
Two weeks ago, the Boston newscasters were all excited about a great white shark that “pinged” off Rye Beach. While having a great white in our waters does not surprise me as the commercial fishermen see them frequently, I was surprised that it had made it onto the Boston television stations. Curious, I delved deeper and soon found that the “ping” was 100 miles off the New Hampshire coast. While interesting, it seemed a little bit of sensationalism to report it off the coast of Rye Beach. So, I thought it would be a good time to discuss what a “ping” was.
Circus in Salem, New Hampshire, is Air-Conditioned Fun for the Whole Family
Salem, New Hampshire, audiences loved Flip Circus when it was at the Mall at Rockingham Park last year. Now, it returns with an ALL-NEW show for a limited run from June 28 - July 9. Featuring all-new acts, all-new excitement, all-new fun, and an AIR-CONDITIONED TENT, families won't want to miss Flip Circus!
Meet the collector behind Portsmouth Athenaeum's NH primary exhibit
It was the dashboard dolls that did it. A circa-1964 set depicting candidates President Lyndon B. Johnson and Sen. Barry Goldwater put Durham attorney Susan Roman on the path of collecting political memorabilia at a young age. The dashboard dolls were a gift from her uncle, and are on display...
Love Poke? New Hawaiian-Inspired Restaurant Open in Kittery, Maine
Man, I love a poke bowl! It's just the most perfect, light dinner or lunch option in the summer! For those hot days where you don't want to eat anything too heavy but also want something more exciting than a salad, a poke bowl is the answer to your prayers.
Parmalee is Playing a Free Concert in Hampton, New Hampshire
We are so lucky to live in an area where so many country artists come to perform. Between Hampton, Manchester, and Gilford, you could go to a different country concert every weekend this summer if that is what your heart desires! But who has that kind of money?. The price...
Maudslay concerts commence with quintet
Brian Thomas Quintet and Donna Byrne open the 31st season of the Maudslay Arts Center (MAC) Summer Concert Series with two shows on July 13 and 14. Thomas returns to Maudsla, this time with his small group Brian Thomas Quintet playing original soul jazz rooted in the tradition of a horn section backed by an organ trio rhythm section.
Sonny's Tavern opening in Rochester, Endzone Bar and Grill opens in Dover
Happy Independence Day Seacoast! Fireworks wont be the only thing lighting up the Seacoast, because the restaurant scene is booming with news this week. We learn that Sonny's Tavern is about to open in Rochester, Endzone Bar and Grill opens in former Thompson Tavern space in Dover, Howling Wolf Taqueria is coming to Portsmouth, GroundSwell Surf Cafe opens at Seabrook Beach and Stoneface Brewing unveils new hard seltzer line. I will be enjoying a vacation next week and will be back the following week with more Local Flavor news to share with you all.
Exhibits, galleries, theater and more: Seacoast arts and culture news
PORTSMOUTH — Strawbery Banke Museum announces “Tuneful Treasures - Discovering Musical Instruments in American Collections,” a lecture by Darcy Kuronen, Former Curator of Musical Instruments at the Museum of Fine Arts. The event occurs in the Lawrence J. Yerdon Visitors Center, 14 Hancock St., Portsmouth, on Thursday, July 25, from 6-7 p.m. Tickets cost $15 for members and $20 for nonmembers and are available in advance online via Strawberybanke.org/connolly-speaker-series.
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...
Endzone Bar and Grill, a sports bar, opens in former Thompson Tavern space in Dover
DOVER — The sisters behind Hampton’s Ginger and Clove café have added a new resumé item to their long list of hospitality industry success − opening a sports bar and restaurant. Endzone Bar and Grill, the product of sisters Cassy Vasquez and Angelica Spinelli, opened in May in the site of the former Thompson Tavern, a Central Avenue specialty that shut down its sports bar and rooftop deck at the end of February. ...
Teen movie night, beach slime and a magic workshop: Community events July 1-7
DOVER — Teens entering grades 7-12 are invited to join the Dover Public Library on Monday, July 1, at 5 p.m. for a showing of "Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring" (rated PG-13). Themed snacks and drinks will be provided. Summer Crafternoon at Dover Library. DOVER...
Eliot artist Gordon Carlisle unveils ‘Panorama’ at York Public Library
YORK, Maine — York Public Library is hosting the exhibit "Panorama," featuring the work of Eliot artist Gordon Carlisle. "With this showing at the York Public Library, I'm attempting to convey the 40-plus year 'panorama' of my visual art output since first arriving here," Carlisle said. "It will include examples of my public art, theatrical design, paintings, collages and illustrations."
Confections Galore: 13 Bakeries That Make Newburyport a Sweet Destination
Newburyport, MA is a charming coastal town that is known for its historic architecture, scenic waterfront views, and thriving food scene. One of the highlights of the culinary landscape in Newburyport is its bakeries. From traditional bread and pastries to innovative treats, the bakeries in Newburyport offer a wide range...
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