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NH Board of Education OKs updated minimum standards for schools despite public backlash
The N.H. Board of Education voted Wednesday morning to approve a new set of minimum standards for schools, despite sharp criticism from educators and the public. Now, the proposal goes to the Joint Legislative Committee on Administrative Rules, which will ultimately decide if the proposal is adopted, based on whether the revisions comply with state law. JLCAR is scheduled to review the proposal on Sept. 19. ...
NH school spending critics adopt new target: High administrator pay
For years, teacher pay in New Hampshire has remained low, with new teachers facing average salaries of $41,590. And for years, Democrats, teachers' unions, and other advocates have urged increased state investment in public schools to direct money to teacher salaries. This year, Republicans are raising their own concerns about low teacher salaries. But conservatives see a different culprit: administrator pay. School districts are spending too much of the money they do receive on school administrators, Republicans...
Democratic voters in NH weigh electability and name recognition in primary for governor
James Fieseher went to the Dover Democrat’s Gubernatorial Forum on Tuesday to figure out who he would support in the Democratic primary for the next governor of New Hampshire. The retired doctor and Dover resident is leaning towards one of the two women in the race, former mayor of Manchester Joyce Craig and Executive Councilor Cinde Warmington. While policy, particularly healthcare, is important to him, he said he’s looking for the “total picture.” ...
Q&A: Portsmouth firefighter on new NH laws shielding firefighters from cancer risks
A pair of new laws in New Hampshire aims to provide firefighters with more protection against cancers caused by their profession. Cancer is a leading cause of death among firefighters nationwide, according to the CDC. One law establishes a two-year cancer screening pilot program for active and retired firefighters. The other increases protections for firefighters from PFAS chemicals in their uniforms and firefighting gear, and aims to streamline the process of switching to PFAS-free apparel. Exposure to...
Review: MAN OF LA MANCHA at the Peterborough Players
The Peterborough Players ends a record breaking season with a production of “Man of La Mancha,” starring Scott Bakula (From television in, “Quantum Leap,” “Star Trek Enterprise,” and “NCIS:New Orleans”) and his wife, Chelsea Field (best known Rita Devereaux in “NCIS:New Orleans”), in the lead roles of Cervantes and Aldonza.
50+ Massachusetts beaches closed for swimming by Department of Public Health. See where
As we enter the last stretch of summer before school starts, there is no better way spend a day than relaxing at one of the Bay State's beautiful beaches. However, the number of closed beaches in Massachusetts keeps getting higher. This weekend, over 50 beaches are closed due to unsafe swimming water. ...
Provincetown Carnival Week is here: Parties, shows and things to do today
Editor's note: A previous version of this story incorrectly stated that the Boat Slip has Dog Tag Teas on Saturdays. Fridays are the Dog Tag Teas. With the theme Renaissance X Revolution, Provincetown Carnival Week is here. ...
'We're gonna have to do this right here': Cape Cod couple delivers their baby on highway
A Brewster couple gave birth to their daughter last week in true Cape Cod fashion: in the middle of traffic. Rebecca Mahota and her husband Danya Mahota were heading from their home to Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital in Plymouth on Aug. 8 to give birth to their daughter, Summer. ...
Lunenburg native, former WWE star Chris Dijak shifts gears, wrestles around the world
Chris Dijak’s career as a professional wrestler has come full circle in the ring. And that was out of necessity after the 2005 Lunenburg High graduate saw his eight-year run with World Wrestling Entertainment end after the organization didn’t renew his contract in June. ...
Body of missing 22-year-old man found in Easthampton pond
EASTHAMPTON, Mass. (WGGB/WSHM) - A missing man’s body was found in an Easthampton pond on Friday afternoon. According to the Northwestern District Attorney’s office, at around 4:30 p.m. a body was discovered by a man and his son who were fishing at Lower Mill Pond and immediately called police.
Spafford's Brian Moss Returns for Unforgettable Night in Nashua
Last night, Spafford brought their electrifying energy to the Nashua Center for the Arts, kicking off their fall tour with a show that will be remembered for years to come. The performance marked the triumphant return of guitarist Brian Moss, who rejoined the band after a hiatus, seamlessly reclaiming his place in the band and hitting the ground running.
After years of coach turnover, Ben True ’08 hired as interim cross country/distance coach
For more than one week, Ben True ’08 has been the only coach commuting to Dartmouth’s track and field offices in Alumni Gym. Typically, the team has around five to six active coaches, according to coaching records. True was announced as the interim men’s and women’s cross country/distance...
New Hampshire Fish and Game Says People Are Causing Surge of Bear Encounters
Recently, there has been a surge of bear sightings according to NBC10 Boston. New Hampshire Fish and Game are warning New Hampshire residents to be responsible to avoid a "situation." New Hampshire Residents and Visitors Are the Problem. One of the reasons why bears keep coming around is because they...
Two Foreign Companies Open Facilities in NH in June
Marian McCord, center, senior vice provost for research, economic engagement and outreach at UNH with Byron Kennedy, CEO, left, and Steven Camilleri, CTO of SPEE3D at the ribbon cutting. Above, right: a technician using a SPEE3D machine (Courtesy of SPEE3D) When a foreign company decides where to lay down roots...
Political ideology drives New Hampshire voters' choices, poll finds
MANCHESTER, N.H. — A new Saint Anselm College poll highlights the issues influencing New Hampshire voters’ decisions in choosing political candidates. The poll cited a wide range of issues, with factors like political ideology playing a major role in determining which one’s voters consider most important. More...
Sununu: Trump can win if he ‘stays professional,’ ‘focuses’
New Hampshire Gov. Chris Sununu (R) said Thursday that former President Trump can win the upcoming presidential race against Vice President Harris if he “stays professional” and focused. “In September and October, the cost of living is going to be a very real issue in this campaign, a very real issue for Americans, as long…
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