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WE REVIEW THE NEW SINGLE FROM THE BATTERY FARM
Like a dormant beast, The Battery Farm returns more energised and firey than they’ve ever been. The Manchester doom-punk quartet has ripped through the Manchester music scene with their debut EP, Dirty Den’s March of Suffering and their 2022 debut album FLIES. Following on from their 2023 single House Of Pain, the group has not released anything since, but with good reason.
City Council greenlights final design contract for downtown Keene revamp
KEENE, N.H. (MyKeeneNow) – The Keene City Council is poised to advance the final design phase of its downtown infrastructure overhaul, marking a crucial milestone in revitalizing the city. On Thursday, the City Council’s Finance, Organization, and Personnel (FOP) Committee unanimously endorsed City Manager Elizabeth Dragon to negotiate and finalize a design contract with Stantec, an engineering consulting firm, for up to $1.23 million.
Sail Portsmouth 2024: Tall ships parade dazzles crowds. 'They're beautiful'
PORTSMOUTH — The Coast Guard’s Eagle sailed majestically into Portsmouth on a postcard-perfect morning Friday, to the firing of cannon and the cheers of the crowds lining the banks and bridge of the Piscataqua River. The Eagle was accompanied by dozens of boats from the Thomas Laighton filled to the brim with passengers to family boats flying the American flag in the 2024 Sail Portsmouth tall ships festival's Parade of Sail. The festival’s other two tall ship...
Dover native competing in 3rd Olympic Games, hoping for second medal
DOVER, N.H. — Jessica Parratto is diving into her third Olympic Games, even coming out of retirement to compete in Paris. It comes as no surprise to her close friends back home in Dover. “She put a lot of things on pause and made a lot of sacrifices to...
Win Tickets to the Craftsmen’s Fair
Listen to NH in the Morning with Neal & Marga all week for chances to win pairs of tickets to the 91st Annual Craftsmen’s Fair!. The League of NH Craftsmen is headed back to the Mount Sunapee Resort in Newbury, NH August 5-13, for the 90th Annual Craftsmen’s Fair! Shop for fine craft at nearly 200 booths and meet the artists; visit inspiring exhibitions that will show you how to integrate art into your home and landscape; take in dynamic demonstrations that show many ways that raw materials become beautiful, finished pieces. Open 10am – 5pm daily, rain or shine. Free parking. No pets allowed.
Alexandra Eckersley trial video: Detective in Manchester's juvenile investigative unit (Part 2)
Joseph Vitale, a detective in the juvenile investigative unit of the Manchester Police Department, testifies at the trial of Alexandra Eckersley, who is accused of abandoning her baby in the woods in 2022. This is Part 2 of his testimony. See Part 1 here. WARNING: Some descriptions used during the...
South Meeting House's proposed tenant: Portsmouth Music and Arts Center. VFW backs off.
PORTSMOUTH — Veterans of Foreign War Post 168 officials decided not to submit a proposal for the reuse of the city-owned South Meeting House. It was a "difficult decision," according to Jonathan Day, commander of the post. “When we first expressed interest in the property, it seemed like a win-win solution to utilize our...
Olympics glory: Jessica Parratto's proud parents going to Paris after missing Tokyo
Amy Parratto bought an American flag on a recent shopping trip to Walmart. It was a small, yet significant purchase because for the first time in eight years, she’ll be there in person when her daughter, world-class diver and Dover native Jessica Parratto, competes in the Paris 2024 Summer Olympics. Fans weren’t allowed to attend the 2020 Tokyo Games in Japan, which were rescheduled to 2021 because of the coronavirus pandemic. ...
João Catafesta Joins UNH Men’s Soccer
DURHAM, N.H. – The University of New Hampshire men's soccer program has announced the signing of freshman midfielder João Catafesta (Foz do Iguaçu, Brazil). "João is a central midfielder from Brazil," said head coach Rich Weinrebe. "He has great vision, and 360 awareness, is technically strong, and shows a good passing range that will help move the ball into higher positions quickly. We also love his ability to win the ball back. João has shown the right mentality to have an extremely successful career in Durham."
Controversial Nashua asphalt plant called off, for now, after company drops lawsuit
Students and other residents gathered in front of Nashua City Hall to protest the construction of a new asphalt plant. A proposal to build an asphalt plant in a residential neighborhood in Nashua has been effectively scrapped. The company proposing the project dropped a lawsuit this week that aimed to reverse an earlier rejection of its plans.
Maine Woman Stars in Summer Long Taylor Swift Tribute Concert in New Hampshire
If you're a big Taylor Swift fan and have been hoping to see her in concert, you probably haven't had a lot of luck. But there is a place in New Hampshire where you can see a performance from a woman who is a dead ringer for Swift in appearance, singing voice, and choreography.
Never too old for an ice cream social
An ice cream social was held at the Laconia Senior Center on Thursday afternoon. About 30 people came to the event, which is promising for the center in terms of attendance since the COVID pandemic. Seniors enjoyed ice cream after lunch. “This is the place to come so you don’t have to sit alone at your house and make a sandwich. You can come and get a meal and see all these people,” Paula Merigan, 85, said. “Anyone should come here that’s a senior in Laconia, just to be with people.”
EPA Picks UNH to Lead New Stormwater Center of Excellence
DURHAM, N.H. — The University of New Hampshire has been selected to lead the Cold Climate Center of Excellence for Stormwater Infrastructure Technology (CCCESIT), one of four Centers of Excellence for Stormwater Control Infrastructure Technologies established by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The center, which will be led along with a team at the University of Minnesota, received $1.5 million to be used for research, technical assistance and workforce development aimed at improving stormwater infrastructure and safeguarding water quality.
JetBlue plans major New England expansion
The airline is adding service to Manchester, N.H., expanding Florida routes, and adding vacation destinations. JetBlue is expanding its service throughout New England, adding flights to Boston Logan International Airport and launching service from Manchester-Boston Regional Airport in New Hampshire. Manchester flights will launch in January, with service to Florida,...
PROCON Celebrates Groundbreaking for ‘Arts Alley’ Development
Concord, NH – Duprey Hospitality and PROCON recently celebrated the groundbreaking for Arts Alley, a development that will include a blend of restaurant, entertainment, and upscale event spaces. The redevelopment of the area adjoining the Bank of New Hampshire Stage on South Main Street in downtown Concord is scheduled for completion by April 1, 2025.
New Hampshire’s Rooftop at The Envio Adds Deb Weeks in Leadership Role and Jesse Souza as Executive Chef
Rooftop at The Envio, Portsmouth’s premier rooftop bar and restaurant, announces the addition of Deb Weeks in a leadership role and Chef Jesse Souza as Executive Chef. Deb and Chef Jesse have introduced an all new social and shareable menu, as well as an over-the-top cocktail menu. Deb Weeks...
Names to Know: Meet the Seacoast business professionals receiving recognition
James Day joins Northwestern Mutual PORTSMOUTH — James Day has joined leading financial security company Northwestern Mutual – Portsmouth, N.H. as financial representative, effective May 31, 2024. In his new...
Berlin, Weare open with wins
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Chamber Golf tournament & Clambake, new businesses opening: Seacoast business news
TOUR Golf & Grill unveils family-friendly mini-golf on large patio PORTSMOUTH – TOUR Golf & Grill, located at 581 Lafayette Road, announced the addition of a family-friendly mini-golf course on their expansive patio. This new feature is open to the public and offers a fun, engaging activity for guests of all ages. ...
Hampton Beach hosts annual Water Safety Day
HAMPTON, N.H. — Hampton Beach hosted a public outreach program designed to give lessons on how to be safe while having fun in the water on Thursday. Water Safety Day is an annual event that started back in 2015. The program has grown over the years, with many seacoast...
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