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Commission on Aging to explore transportation and other issues with pair of studies
The state’s Commission on Aging is launching two studies it hopes will make New Hampshire a better place for older residents, people with disabilities, and overlooked populations to live. One study will look at public and community transportation options around the state and identify gaps that make it difficult to get to medical appointments, jobs, […]
Summer Swelter: National group urges Massachusetts to ban power shutoffs during hottest months
While New England utility customers are accustomed to high winter heating costs, high cooling costs in the summer are becoming more common as the hottest months of the year seem to begin earlier and linger longer.
Distant Dome: Education Voucher Advocates Seek National Solution
America’s traditional institutions, the foundation for the greatest political experiment in history, are under attack from the social safety net to food regulations, and from the court system to environmental protection. The drive to create doubt and even rejection of these long-standing pillars of our society is to eventually...
Former college athlete speaks in support of new Granite State transgender athlete law
ATKINSON, N.H. — The debate over a new state law requiring school sports teams to be organized by a student’s sex at birth is not over. Two weeks ago, Gov. Chris Sununu signed HB-1205, one of several bills related to gender issues this session. “I’m very grateful he...
Roads washed out again in communities hit hard by severe weather in July
MONROE, N.H. — Repair work on a road in Monroe that was heavily damaged in severe storms last month was washed away Sunday night, and residents said they're worried about more rain in the forecast. Residents along Smutty Hollow Road said Monday they had a rough night after rain...
Portsmouth Booma Post 6 has two players who won NH title before, now looking for more
PORTSMOUTH — Along with the Portsmouth Booma Post 6 coaching staff, led by fourth-year head coach Geoff Jablonski, there are two other noticeable similarities between this year's New Hampshire American Legion state championship team, and the team that won the state title in 2021. Jake Carlisle, a 2024 Portsmouth High School graduate, and Bailey Wright, a Portsmouth resident who graduated from IMG Academy in 2023, were both young players on the 2021 title team. ...
Shots fired into Merrimack River from Goffstown Rail Trail; police look for pair said to be involved
GOFFSTOWN, N.H. — Police investigating after shots were fired on the Goffstown Rail Trail late last month have released surveillance images of two people they believe are involved. Police said the shots were fired at about 1:30 p.m. on July 21 on the trail near the Manchester town line.
Flash flooding seen Sunday in Seabrook, Hampton
MANCHESTER, N.H. — Severe thunderstorms brought heavy rain to New Hampshire on Sunday, leading to some flash flooding on the Seacoast. One area hit hard was Walton Road in Seabrook, which is near Route 1. Hampton officials also reported some street flooding. The water has since receded.
BAE Systems and Manchester Community College develop cybersecurity worker pipeline
What’s being called a “win-win” relationship between BAE Systems and Manchester Community College is helping the company develop much-needed IT and cybersecurity personnel who are trained initially at the school then hired into full-time positions at BAE. “It is extremely hard to fill these roles, and we...
Annual hot air balloon rally held over weekend in Pittsfield
PITTSFIELD, N.H. — The annual Suncook Valley Rotary Hot Air Balloon Rally was held over the weekend. There were 11 balloons taking part this year. Despite the rain, the balloons did get in some flying time. The festival also included rides and fair food. >> Download the free WMUR...
The Shark’s College Kickoff: Win $1,000 from Cardi’s Furniture and Mattresses
It's that time of year already... College kids are going to need furniture for their dorm rooms and parents need furniture to convert their bedrooms into an office, new home gym, cozy TV room or, well, into whatever they want. And that's where we come in. We are teaming up...
The Countdown Is On: New England College Football Begins!
I am thrilled to announce that the anticipation is over—football is kicking off at New England College! The excitement is palpable as we prepare to embark on this historic journey together. On August 25, our very own NEC football team will play an intra-squad scrimmage at John Stark Regional...
New Hampshire woman finds historic baseball card collection as construction crews began work
A Manchester, New Hampshire woman was shocked after finding something unexpected inside her old barn house. Friends and contractors restoring Toni Pappas’ home discovered 52 baseball cards from the late 1930s and early 1940s. One of those cards is a Ted Williams rookie card. “Right away, I thought 'oh...
Who Is Pamela Smart and Where Is She Now?
Disclaimer: This article contains mentions of murder. Reader discretion is advised. Pamela Smart, a former high school employee, took over headlines after she conspired with her teen student/lover to get her husband, Gregory Smart, killed in 1990. She was convicted of being an accomplice to murder. The 56-year-old is now serving life imprisonment without the possibility of […] The post Who Is Pamela Smart and Where Is She Now? appeared first on ComingSoon.net - Movie Trailers, TV & Streaming News, and More.