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Proposed affordable-housing complex gets millions -- and closer to reality
Building with 43 affordable-housing units gets funding it needs. Now that the governor has approved a package of state and federal funding, the Housing Corporation of Arlington (HCA) can go forward with construction of a 43-unit affordable housing development. Building is scheduled to start early next year at 10 Sunnyside...
Roger Wood’s Podcast: NH Childcare Centers Finally Get Promised Checks
It took a year, but childcare centers in New Hampshire qualifying for state funds have finally received them. The legislature appropriated $15 million for hiring and retention help for childcare workers. The money was finally released after 287 child care executives wrote to the state Department of Health and Human Services requesting the distribution. Cora Hoppe, who runs the Rochester Child Care Center, spoke to podcast producer Roger Wood about the issues that the funds will help solve.
Hurricane Ernesto is Gaining Strength: How Will It Affect Maine, New Hampshire, & Massachusetts?
Until recently, New England rarely had to worry about tropical storms and hurricanes. Over the last few years, we have seen that change, though. In September 2023, we had to deal with a pair of back-to-back storms. While those storms had lost much of their strength by the time they reached New England, they did hit us within days of each other. And after dealing with Debby last weekend, we are getting ready to deal with Ernesto this weekend.
Fiscal Approves $6M Grant for Community Health Centers; Extends Rye Harbor Grant Date
CONCORD — The Community Health Centers were given a financial boost by budget writers Friday with $6 million of federal relief money. The Joint Legislative Fiscal Committee approved the request for one-time support for eight Federally Qualified Health Centers and one similar center to address the continuing impact from the COVID pandemic.
Roadwork to Begin on West Street, expect traffic delays
KEENE, N.H. (MyKeeneNow) – The 2024 Road Rehabilitation Project continues Tuesday, Aug. 20, 2024, on West Street from the Route 9/10/12 Bypass to Central Square. The project will address pavement issues, particularly in the more uneven sections of the road, with a focus on the lanes closest to the sidewalk.
While mandated by law, workforce housing lacks enforcement, incentives
LACONIA — Workforce housing — meant to provide an option for those whose salaries are too high to qualify for subsidized housing — is heroic in theory, but difficult in practice, mainly because of lack of legislation and financial constraints. Members of the board of Laconia Housing...
Digital Experience Agency SilverTech Grows Through Face-to-Face Relationships
The new Bedford location for SilverTech. (Courtesy of Silvertech) At SilverTech, a digital experience agency in Bedford providing web development and marketing services, the company’s 20% annual growth in recent years is the result of building long-term, face-to-face relationships with clients. That growth led to the firm recently relocating from a 13,000-square-foot building in Manchester to a 40,000-square-foot office space in Bedford to accommodate its 100 employees’ hybrid schedules, in-person trainings and a more personable.
Hudson housing development promises 'net zero' energy costs and new job opportunities
MANCHESTER, N.H. — A new development in Hudson promises “net zero” energy costs for homeowners. According to Barrett Hill planners, duplex-style homes are designed to save residents hundreds of dollars on utility bills, and the careful design will keep the utility footprint small while providing green spaces.
“Yankee Chronicle” 8/15/24 presented by Lake Sunapee Region VNA & Hospice
Welcome to the Yankee Chronicle. For the next 2 weeks, our show is presented by the Lake Sunapee Region VNA and Hospice as they are celebrating 20 years of their Renaissance Shoppe where items are donated by community members and are in turn resold, with profits going directly back to the vital home care, hospice and community health programs provided by Lake Sunapee Region VNA & Hospice. I’m Abby Peel, your host. Cathy Raymond will join me to tell us about the mission of this asset in their efforts to provide healthcare services to everyone. Kate Nobili will preview this year’s edition of the Apple Pie contest and crafts fair supporting the Newport’s Library Arts Center. Gram Gifford from the Telephone Museum and Andy Bullock from the Indian Museum will tell us about a collaborative event on the Code Talkers. Tim Blagden will bring us up to speed on developments on the Concord to Lake Sunapee Rail Trail. And our Laura James will visit with the Refinery Restaurants owner Brian McKenzie.
Consumer Reports: Spotting hidden flood damage when buying a used car
MANCHESTER, N.H. — Consumers looking to buy a used car in flood-affected areas should be cautious, as flood-damaged vehicles can enter the market with hidden problems and undisclosed damage. “Too often, when an insurance company declares a flood-damaged car a total loss, that information isn’t communicated to potential buyers,”...
SEPTEMBER 2024 CLARION — CLOSING DATE AUGUST 22, 2024
Feels like it was just yesterday when I asked you for CLARION submissions, and now it is time again to ask you to send along your submissions – now for SEPTEMBER 2024 – Please have your inputs to me by 5 pm Walpole time, Thursday, August 22. Submission guidelines, and contact email are on the CLARION website.
Kittery Land Trust unveils Gib & Cormac Trail at Nooney Farm
KITTERY, Maine — Friends and volunteers of the Kittery Land Trust gathered Aug. 8 for a ribbon-cutting ceremony to officially open the Gib & Cormac Trail at Nooney Farm. The significant milestone marks the culmination of years of hard work and dedication by Kittery Land Trust's stewardship volunteers and the generous support of donors Tim and Mary Ann Driscoll. ...
Construction Defects Are Not Covered Property Damage in Commercial Liability Policy
A home builder is not covered under the property damage coverage in its commercial liability policy for construction defects for which it was responsible. A three-judge panel of the Massachusetts Appeals Court has held for the first time that “construction defects, standing alone, do not constitute property damage within the meaning of a commercial general liability policy.”
Woman caught on camera defecating behind Berkley farm stand
BERKLEY, Mass. (WLNE) — A stomach-churning act caught on camera in Berkley on Wednesday. A woman was seen getting out of a car on South Main Street and defecating behind a local farm stand. “I logged on [to] my camera and saw a lady walk toward my gate,” Dallas...
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