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Two drivers arrested on OUI charges in separate incidents at scene of Cumberland crash
CUMBERLAND, Maine — Two drivers were arrested on OUI charges in separate incidents at a crash scene Friday night in Cumberland. Shortly before 10 p.m. Friday, police and fire crews responded to a report of a crash involving injuries on Route 100 near Skillin Road, the Cumberland Police Department said on social media.
Man dead after pickup truck rolled backward on top of him in Middleton, state police say
MIDDLETON, N.H. — A Madison man is dead after police said a pickup truck rolled on top of him in Middleton on Friday. New Hampshire State Police said troopers responded to 101 Access Road around 2 p.m. for a report of a man who was stuck under a dump truck.
Harrison shooting leaves one injured, one arrested
HARRISON — One person has been injured and a man arrested after a shooting in the town of Harrison in the early hours of Saturday, July 20. Deputies from the Cumberland County Sheriff's Office and officers from the Bridgton Police Department were called by numerous residents who reported shots fired and screaming. The shots were fired in the area of Waterford Road and Depot Street in Harrison. Deputies found blood in the roadway, at about the same time that the Cumberland County Regional Communications Center received a call from Bridgton Hospital reporting a walk-in gunshot victim.
New Hampshire Woman Attempting World Record Next Week: Most Pull-Ups in 24 Hours
Next weekend, on July 27, 24-year-old Natalie Noble will attempt to do the most pull-ups completed by a woman in a 24-hour period. Natalie, a trainer at Flight House Gym in Rye, New Hampshire, set this goal for herself over nine months ago. She said that while doing pull-ups, she kept "hitting a wall" and could not get past her current pull-up numbers.
NH Unscripted with Angèlica Forcier Rosenthal, Garrett Meyer, & Mackenzie Goodwin | Part 2
Well, as promised today we bring you part II of my interview with several members from the cast of Actors Cooperative Theatre’s productions of Cruel Intentions: The 90’s Musical stop by and give us a deep, deep dive into the show. Angelica Forcier Rosenthal (Kathryn Merteuil), Garrett Meyer (Sebastian Valmont) and Mackenzie Goodwin (Cecile Caldwell) continue to walk me through more the plays insane “Dantes Inferno” type levels of craziness. Six potential “couples”? Cocaine inside a crucifix? A celebrated death by taxi driver? What is going on here? And to top off the episode we get a sneak peek into their next seasons choice. It’s a play based on a movie that I had no idea was made into a stage production and ONLY ACT would be looking for it!!! The show goes up Aug. 2-11 at the MCTP Theatre at the North End Montessori School; 698 Beech St, Manchester and tickets can be bought at app.arts-people.com/index.php?show=191346.
City Council passes downtown project design
KEENE, N.H. (MyKeeneNow) – The Keene City Council approved the proposed design for the Keene Downtown Infrastructure Improvement and Reconstruction project at last night’s meeting. The vote was 14-1, with Ward 5 Councilor Philip “Phil” Jones casting the sole dissenting vote, citing concerns over the proposed protected bicycle...
Maine Police See a Woman With a Warrant, End Up Arresting 3
After an East Millinocket Officer noticed a woman with an outstanding arrest warrant, the police ended up with three facing charges. The people facing charges after this investigation are:. Lisa Lamson, 47, of East Millinocket. Jamie Vandegraaf, 33, of Augusta. Allyson Porter, 33, of Millinocket. They were all arrested on...
Olympic diver Jessica Parratto gives us a tour of her New Hampshire hometown
New Hampshire native Jessica Parratto is headed to the 2024 Paris Olympics. But first, she gave NBC a tour of her hometown. The Olympic diver shared some of her favorite places in Dover, New Hampshire, including popular hotspots. “Growing up, we used to practice at the outdoor pools in the...
WATCH: 3 Incredible Videos of the April 8, 2024, Solar Eclipse in Maine If You Missed It or Want to See It Again
Did you get a chance to see the April 8, 2024, eclipse live and in person in Maine?. The rare event drew in thousands as parts of the state would be in the path of totality, which is when the moon totally blocks out the sun. It's a moment that...
Two separate crashes involving Maine State Police cruisers being investigated
MAINE, USA — Maine State Police are investigating two separate crashes involving state police cruisers. Shortly after midnight Friday, a state trooper was responding to a crash in Gardiner, using his emergency lights and siren on the Maine Turnpike in Lewiston, Maine Department of Public Safety spokesperson Shannon Moss said in a news release.
Donna Briggs Foundation Holds Second Annual Tourney
Members of the Donna Briggs Foundation held their second annual Cornhole Tournament and Auction on Saturday, July 13, at the Hudson VFW Post 5791. Briggs, of Derry, who was a retired police Sgt. with the Hudson Police Department, was tragically killed while riding her bike along Route 125 in Kingston back in 2021. She was training for her second Police Unity Tour when she was struck from behind in a hit and run accident.
Bowdoin College swimmer to represent Haiti at the 2024 Paris Olympics
BRUNSWICK, Maine — Bowdoin College swimmer Alexandre "Alex" Grand'Pierre has been selected to represent the nation of Haiti at the 2024 Paris Olympics. The 21-year-old is a senior Polar Bear swimmer who holds numerous records at the school and over his already impressive career. Grand'Pierre qualified for the Paris...
Two Infants & Three Adults Injured in Two-Vehicle Crash in Maine
Two infants and three adults were injured Friday morning after a two-vehicle crash at the intersection of Route One and Montsweag Road in Woolwich. The Sagadahoc County Sheriff's Office said Delores Lake from Woolwich was trying to make a turn onto Route One and “pulled out into the path” of another vehicle driven by Jennifer Therrien from Lisbon.
Police warn consumers of nationwide scam involving gift cards
Police in New Hampshire are warning consumers about a scam using gift cards that's targeting people across the country. Investigators said the crime is so quick and unexpected that it's catching thousands of victims. "It's very sophisticated for that level of efficiency to be taking place," said Concord Det. Steven...
Barrington 8U baseball team wins NH Cal Ripken title, competing in New Englands
BARRINGTON -- The Barrington age 8-under Cal Ripken All-Stars baseball team earned a spot in the New England Regionals by defeating Exeter, 6-1, to win the 2024 New Hampshire state championship last weekend. "I think for us, the parents know the magnitude of this (achievement)," Phelan said. "The kids are...
Seabrook heroes: Officers honored for life-saving actions
SEABROOK — Three Seabrook police officers were honored recently with their department’s Life Saving Awards for their responses to life and death situations. Seabrook Police Chief Brett Walker said officers Timothy Scott, Richard Hines and Tyler Houldsworth went “above and beyond the call of duty” by immediately administering life-saving medical care to victims before the arrival of Seabrook’s Fire Department personnel. Their quick thinking and willingness to provide care without delay, according to Walker, may have prevented the victims from suffering more dire consequences from their injuries, including loss of life.
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