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New buyer for Laconia site offers $10.5M, would have two years to close
Michael Kettenbach, principal owner of Pillsbury Realty Development in Londonderry, will pay $10.5 million for the Laconia property under the deal announced Friday. (Alan MacRae | New Hampshire Bulletin) The state has chosen a new buyer for its 217-acre former Laconia State School property. The $10.5 million offer is about...
Rep. Mike Bordes: Vote O'Hara, candidate who puts needs of his constituents first
Travis O'Hara is seeking re-election to the state representative position in Belmont via write-in, and I'm proud to attest that he is the best candidate for the position. I have been working extensively with him for the past two terms. Many times, O'Hara has portrayed how the need to serve his community is truly rooted in the commitment and desire to make a change in the lives of the very people he serves.
Fecal bacteria advisory removed from Ellacoya State Park
GILFORD — The New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services on Friday removed a fecal bacteria advisory from Ellacoya State Park. The state’s environmental services department also removed seven other fecal bacteria advisories across the state. The warning was issued to Gilford residents on Aug. 28, and removed Friday...
Lake Winnipesaukee is seeing 'historic' cyanobacteria blooms
Much of Lake Winnipesaukee is under a cyanobacteria bloom watch or warning heading into the busy Labor Day holiday. While state officials say people should still enjoy the long weekend, they should be careful about swimming near those collections of blue-green algae. Cyanobacteria is a natural part of freshwater ecosystems....
22nd Multicultural Festival returns next weekend
LACONIA — The 22nd rendition of Laconia Multicultural Festival is set to run Saturday, Sept. 7. Organizers hope residents and visitors to the Lakes Region will take the opportunity to “travel around the world in one day.”. The festival, which is organized by its own nonprofit organization, originated...
Christa McAuliffe Statue To Be Unveiled At The N.H. State House In Concord
CONCORD, N.H. (WBZ NewsRadio) — A statue commemorating former Concord, N.H. schoolteacher and astronaut Christa McAuliffe will be unveiled to the public at the New Hampshire State House on Monday, Sept. 2. The statue will honor McAuliffe’s life and legacy on what would have been her 76th birthday. She...
Veterans’ vouchers available for farmers’ markets in Sept.
Veterans and active-duty personnel, with proper identification, are eligible to receive $20 a week in vouchers in September to purchase produce and baked goods at Belknap Area Market Managers organized farmers’ markets in Tilton, Meredith, and Weirs Beach. To obtain these vouchers, visit the Veterans’ Voucher booth at each market.
Franklin council to vote on opera house bond following Tuesday public hearing
FRANKLIN — Despite a unanimous vote at the last city council meeting, Councilor Valerie Blake (Ward 3) said she can't predict the outcome of an upcoming public hearing regarding a bond to restore the Franklin Opera House, but expects a lengthy discussion. The council will vote on a resolution,...
Ed Friedrich: Running to be a voice for Loudon, Canterbury
I am running to represent the citizens of Loudon and Canterbury as a candidate for one of two state representative seats in Merrimack District 4. I am a U.S. Marine Corps veteran, husband, father and grandfather and, as a resident of Loudon, an active volunteer and leader with the Lions Club and the American Legion.
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