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Democrats running for NH governor rely on different resumes, styles
It’s been a decade since a Democrat was elected governor in New Hampshire. In less than two months, Democratic voters will head to the polls to select a nominee who hopes to break that drought. The party’s primary ballot includes two candidates who share similar policy positions and point to their political resumes as proof of their ability to lead, while a third candidate is touting his outsider record.
Meet Farmington High School’s top 10 students in Class of 2024
FARMINGTON — Farmington High School recognizes and congratulates the top 10 students in its Class of 2024. The graduates are listed below in alphabetical order with information provided by the school. Abigail Beard. Abigail, graduating as the valedictorian of her class, views it as a great honor and her...
Tito’s Taqueria pays Department of Labor $124k in back wages
GREENFIELD, Mass. (WGGB/WSHM) - Tito’s Taqueria is paying the Department of Labor 124-thousand dollars in back wages, withheld tips, and liquidated damages. The Greenfield restaurant, which also has locations in Keene, New Hampshire and Brattleboro, Vermont illegally required its employees to share a portion of their tips with managers.
It’s past time for Plymouth to say no to Makepeace
Will Plymouth to finally say no to A.D. Makepeace Company? Makepeace cloaks itself in cranberries while most of its profits are from mining sand on its 12,000 acres of land. Makepeace claims this mining is cranberry farming. The sand is a globally rare commodity used for concrete, asphalt, and consumer products. Makepeace clear-cuts forests and after strip mining sometimes installs industrial solar and batteries. It is rapidly developing its 1,320 acres at Redbrook. The company promises one thing and does another, exploits regulatory loopholes, and exercises its political clout to secure taxpayer subsidies for its private profit-making ventures. This is nothing new.
'It felt like a new beginning': Hassanamisco band of the Nipmuc Nation to host powwow
On the eve of the 99th annual Hassanamisco Nipmuc Nation powwow, Love Richardson still thinks about one moment at last summer’s gathering. Early on the morning of the 2023 powwow, leaders of several bands within the Nipmuc Nation gathered to approve a resolution establishing a Nipmuc confederacy. Richardson, who...
Provincetown Carnival 2024: Parade theme, times to parties, parking, and how to get there
What do an opera-singing drag queen, a Massachusetts state representative, and a legendary NYC nightlife star have in common? They have all been named Provincetown Carnival Grand Marshals and will lead the 46th annual Carnival parade down Commercial Street on Aug. 22. ...
Who will the Wildcats face this season? Gardner's 2024 football schedule is out.
Although the summer months are still upon us, soon the focus will turn once again to high school sports. Gardner-area football teams saw their share of success last season and will gear up for hopes of seeing more great moments this year. Check out the area school's schedules, kicking off...
Go for par: 10 par 3 golf courses to check out in Massachusetts
It's summertime, which means golf season is in full swing at links all across the Bay State. Whether you're a newcomer to the game or a seasoned veteran, or somewhere in between, golfing provides a great opportunity to get out and enjoy the weather by yourself or with a group of friends or family.
UNH Track and Field to Host Golf Tournament
Durham, N.H. - The UNH Track & Field team is excited to announce the 2024 UNH Track & Field Golf Tournament, to be held Monday, August 5, at Campbell's Scottish Highlands Golf Course. The tournament fee is $100 per person, which includes the cart, greens fee, use of the driving...
Bay State Racing is proposing a horse racing facility in Gardner: What it takes to open one
If the Gardner City Council approves horse racing at the 827 Green St. property, Bay State Racing LLC will still have several steps before construction begins. The city council can vote after the public hearing is closed. The hearing is at City Hall tonight at 7:30 p.m. For racing to...
Nashua Swim and Tennis Riptide wins 59th annual Milford Rotary Invitational
MILFORD, N.H. — The 59th annual Milford Rotary Invitational Swim Meet took place Saturday and Sunday at Keyes Park in Milford. Over the course of two days, 462 swimmers competed, with more than 86 events, and 15 teams. Nashua Swim and Tennis Riptide won the Division One title, Granite...
Portsmouth Booma Post 6 one win away from NH legion baseball championship
PORTSMOUTH — The first year of American Legion baseball for Portsmouth Booma Post 6 was sometime in the 1930s, according to program manager Matt Gladu. Booma won its first New Hampshire state championship in 2008, and then again in 2021, advancing to the New England regional tournament in both years.
American Outdoor Brands Promotes Kersker to VP of Outdoor Sales
American Outdoor Brands (AOB) has promoted Peter Kersker to VP of sales, Outdoor Sports. In this newly created position, Kersker will lead domestic sales for AOB’s outdoor sports product categories, including personal protection, hunting, shooting, fishing, camping, and cutlery products. “Pete joined AOB nearly a decade ago as a...
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