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John Lynch, former New Hampshire governor, lists his island mansion. See inside.
The oceanfront property boasts views of Richard Branson's and Larry Page's islands, according to the listing agent. The British Virgin Islands may be nearly 2,000 miles from New Hampshire, but John Lynch knew the trip to Virgin Gorda in the British Virgin Islands was worth the trip. The Granite State’s former governor, who served from 2005 to 2013, is selling his stunning island home, “Bella Beach Villa at Oil Nut Bay,” for $15,900,000.
For LGBTQ+ people facing food insecurity, stigma and other barriers can make it hard to get help
Max Tardiff lives outside of Keene, where he’s trying to get back on his feet with his kid, after a recent divorce. But it’s been hard, and money is tight. Tardiff makes too much money to qualify for food stamps, and he’s also struggling to find an apartment closer to his job that he can afford.
Writers on a New England Stage: Doris Kearns Goodwin
In June 2024, NHPR’s Rebecca Lavoie spoke at length with author Doris Kearns Goodwin about her latest book, "An Unfinished Love Story: A Personal History of the 1960s." Doris Kearns Goodwin is one of the country’s most beloved presidential historians and authors, having written books about the Roosevelts, the Kennedys, and Lincoln, among many others.
Newly-opened Lake Libations will bring craft cocktails to you
MEREDITH — Carrie Quagliaroli and Mark Lamper have teamed up in a new endeavor: Lake Libations. The pair work out of a horse-trailer-turned New Orleans speakeasy-themed mobile bar, and served up a taste of their creations during a grand opening reception on Thursday. The event, held out of the trailer parked in front of Quagliaroli’s house, drew a crowd of 50 family and friends.
Creating Legendary Cigars With Jorge Maique of EPC Cigars
This week on The Cigar Authority, we talk creating legendary cigars with Jorge Maique of EPC Cigars. Jorge is the master blender of the new EPC Encore Noir, along with one of the most sought after cigars in the world the Cohiba Behike. Join us as we discuss Jorge’s interesting journey in the cigar industry. We will smoke the EPC Encore Noir in the first hour, exclusively available at Two Guys Smoke Shop. Learn about creating legendary cigars this week on the show!
Mother Nature Wins at Claremont Motorsports Park
Claremont, NH – August 2, 2024 – Claremont Motorsports Park announces the cancellation of tonight’s Modified Racing Series Milton Cat 75 presented by Key Chevrolet Buick GMC due to continuous rain coming into the area around 6 PM. Despite our best efforts to prepare for an exciting...
Women's Hockey Announces First-Ever Coaching Staff
KEENE, N.H. - Keene State College women's ice hockey head coach Rob Morgan has announced his coaching staff for the inaugural season slated to begin on November 1. Cecilia "CJ" Vinas will be the Hockey Operations Manager for the team, which is among KSC's newest along with men's ice hockey and eSports.
Jury reaches verdict in baby abandonment case, court spokesperson says
A jury has reached a verdict in the case of a mother charged with abandoning her newborn in subfreezing temperatures after giving birth in the woods, a court spokesperson said Friday. Av Harris sent an email to The Associated Press confirming that a verdict had been reached. The court has...
KANE’S KORNER ~ Honor Flight New England Honoring Our Most Senior Veterans
“The mission of Honor Flight New England is to Transport America’s veterans to Washington DC to visit those memorials dedicated to honoring their service and sacrifices.” (honorflightnewengland.org) Although Kane believes his writing skills are pretty good, no amount of words could adequately capture the energy and raw emotion of those being honored and respected for their sacrifice, as it should be, because these veterans are America’s heroes.
New Hampshire company makes blimps to scan for drones at southern border
FREMONT, N.H. — A New Hampshire company is building blimps to be used at the southern U.S. border to monitor for drones used by drug traffickers. Fremont-based Altaeros recently secured a contract to send its Aerostat drone blimp to the southern border, where it should be deployed by the end of the month.
Composers Concordance to Present MOONLIGHT & MAPLE SYRUP in Vermont This Month
After 40 seasons in New York City, Composers Concordance will finally come to Vermont but for one night only. The CompCord Ensemble will bring its new season to Berlin, Vermont's Grange Hall with a concert titled "Moonlight and Maple Syrup". It will feature music premieres by Vermont composers Dennis Bathory-Kitsz, David Gunn, and Craig Pallett, as well as Composers Concordance regulars Machiko Ozawa and Gene Pritsker.