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York Lifeguard Chief Says Police Won’t Stop Beach Drinking
The town’s longtime chief lifeguard said he may leave his post at the end of the summer over what he described as town leadership turning a blind eye to blatant public drinking on the beach. Jeff Patten said he has warned town officials for more than 10 years he...
No Jail Time For Ex-Mass. Officer Who Punched Handcuffed Man 13 Times: Feds
A former Weymouth police officer who was caught on video camera beating a handcuffed suspect will not serve any jail time, federal authorities said. Justin Chappell, 43, was sentenced to two years of supervised release, with the first six months to be spent under house arrest, the US Attorney …
US Coast Guard steps in after Wellfleet harbormaster crew walks off job
The town of Wellfleet is figuring out its next move after the interim harbormaster and a staff member walked off the job Friday afternoon, leaving officials to scramble to provide marina services this weekend. Selectboard Chairman John Wolf said on Tuesday that the marina functioned without missing a beat on...
The future of Steward Health Care's hospitals remains uncertain after bidding deadline
Monday evening was the deadline for bids on the seven Massachusetts hospitals being sold by bankrupt Steward Health Care, and it could be a while before the public learns any details about who the bidders are. Steward hasn’t yet confirmed the receipt of any bids, and the company isn’t required...
Portsmouth places barriers around Daily Times building as city clashes with owner
PORTSMOUTH — Amid an ongoing legal dispute, city officials announced Monday they are "closing the sidewalks and travel lanes abutting the property of 278 State St.," site of the 1850 Daily Times building. Portsmouth officials cited "an abundance of caution" for placing barriers around the building that was damaged...
Moto Guzzi’s Northeast Demo Tour in Full Swing
Some motorcyclists may have already visited the iconic Italian motorcycle marque Moto Guzzi on its Northeast Demo Tour. If not, you still have several chances to go try the company's latest and greatest machines. The 2024 Moto Guzzi Northeast Demo Tour aims to bring the brand to the riders and...
More wild weather possible Wednesday after storms slammed southern New England
BOSTON (WHDH) - More wild weather is possible Wednesday after a series of strong storms slammed parts of southern New England Tuesday night, toppling trees and knocking out power to thousands of people across New Hampshire and Massachusetts. While crews cleaned up in particularly hard hit communities including Milford, New...
New Hampshire officials issue warning after 10 people killed in car crashes in 4 days
Officials ask all residents to practice safe driving methods. Nine separate car crashes over the past weekend killed 10 people across New Hampshire, state officials say. The causes of each crash are currently under investigation by state law enforcement agencies. In a statement released Tuesday, New Hampshire Department of Safety...
How the war in Gaza is changing the Jewish summer camp experience for counselors and campers
This article was produced as part of JTA’s Teen Journalism Fellowship, a program that works with Jewish teens around the world to report on issues that affect their lives. This summer, I will be a counselor at the camp I’ve attended for the last eight years. It’s where I formed my Jewish identity and my love for the community that Jewish values foster. Camp is also where I became acquainted with different opinions on Israel, from Israelis, former IDF soldiers and Jewish day school attendees to American Jews who grew up without a Zionist perspective at the forefront of their education.
UNH seeks RFPs on The Edge development project
The University of New Hampshire is requesting proposals for initial development of The Edge, its ambitious academic, research, business and residential project on its Durham campus. The request for proposals (RFPs) issued in late June deals specifically with the construction of a new, state-of-the-art facility in cooperation with the National...
Football Individual Game Tickets Go On Sale Tuesday, July 16
DURHAM, N.H. – Individual game tickets for the 2024 UNH football season go on sale to the general public Tuesday, July 16, at 10:00 a.m. Tickets for all home games at Wildcat Stadium can be purchased:. •Online at UNHWildcats.com/buytickets;. •By calling 603-862-4000. Secure Boulder Field parking for the 2024...
Men’s Soccer Announces Addition of Reed Cash to Roster
DURHAM, N.H. – The University of New Hampshire men's soccer program has announced the signing of freshman midfielder Reed Cash (Hampton Falls, N.H.). "Reed is one of two New Hampshire players joining the program this fall," said head coach Rich Weinrebe. "He plays for Seacoast United in the MLS Next and attended the Center for Excellence as he pushes to get the best out of himself. He's athletic and versatile and we feel he possesses the right mentality to be a Wildcat."
These are the Boston hospitals on the U.S. News hospital honor roll
Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Massachusetts General Hospital rank among the top 20 in the country. Two Massachusetts hospitals were among the top 20 U.S. hospitals in Tuesday’s 2024-2025 U.S. News & World Report ranking. Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Massachusetts General Hospital made the publication’s Honor Roll, which does not rank by order, as it has previously.
Mass. Lock Law Protects Renters
Can you landlord just bust into your Massachusetts dwelling? Whether it's an apartment, duplex, condo, or house, they do have the right to enter their property. Do they always? Absolutely not. Listeners of "Slater & Marjo In The Morning" may have heard the real estate guys on Friday talk about...
Century-Old ‘DeWitt Elm’ Reaches the End of the Road
Towering nearly 60 feet tall at the busy intersection of Wheelock and Main streets stands the stately DeWitt Elm. Named for Gordon DeWitt ’60, who was Dartmouth’s first director of facilities planning, the stalwart American elm shade tree, which belongs to the town of Hanover, is estimated to be between 120 and 130 years old.
Summer Serenade: Monadnock Music brings world-class chamber concerts to the region
(MyKeeneNow) Summer is in full swing, and Monadnock Music has a full agenda of live classical music to bring to the Monadnock Region. Monadnock Music is an organization that provides world-class live classical music performances with the goal of making music accessible and available to as many people as possible. This summer, they’ve got many free – and a few ticketed – events to offer up.
Summer Sounds: Your ultimate guide to the season’s live music
Summer is in full swing. We try to cram in as many outdoor activities as possible but sometimes it’s just nice to kick back, relax and take in the music that fills our towns nearly every day of the week. Residents and visitors alike can enjoy a variety of outdoor concerts -and indoor events. Here’s a roundup of what’s yet to come this season:
Keene officials urge residents to improve address visibility for emergency services
(MyKeeneNow) In a bid to enhance emergency response times, the City of Keene has issued guidelines for residents to ensure their street addresses are prominently displayed. This initiative aims to assist emergency responders in locating homes and businesses swiftly during critical situations. The city has outlined a 10-step guide to...
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