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Ioka theater makeover: New condos, ranging from $889K to $1.25M, hit the market in Exeter
EXETER — The recent installation of new “IOKA” lettering on the iconic downtown landmark marked a significant milestone in the project to transform the century-old Ioka theater building into a mixed-use development with retail space and condos. Joe Stagnone, communications manager for the project, said construction is “about 90 to 95% done.” He said workers are completing the finishing touches to both the exterior and interior of the 55 Water St. building and expect to be fully...
PPMtv says it will close without more money from Portsmouth; seeks more of franchise fee
Portsmouth Public Media TV (PPMtv) is looking to the community — and the Portsmouth City Council — for a lifeline. If a 2009 agreement between the city of Portsmouth and PPMtv, regarding distribution of a Comcast Public Educational, and Government (PEG) Franchise Fee is not altered, the station will be forced to close its doors in as few as four months, according to Executive Director Chad Cordner. ...
Portsmouth homeowners invited to learn about and apply for historic plaques
PORTSMOUTH — Portsmouth homeowners are being invited to apply for a historic plaque to place on their homes to identify a prominent owner and the date the house was built. Emma Stratton, executive director of Portsmouth Historical Society, spoke about the Portsmouth Plaque Program, as it prepares for its first event “How to Research Your Historic Property”Wednesday, July 31, from 5:30-6:30 p.m., at the Portsmouth Athenaeum at 9 Market Square. Stratton said, “The Plaque Program was initiated by Portsmouth...
People and Property: Real Estate and Construction News From Around NH
New Ipswich Planning Board grants waiver for dead-end street in 29-unit development. The New Ipswich Planning Board granted a waiver on Wednesday to allow a dead-end road in a proposed 29-unit development on the corner of Appleton and Maki roads, and continued the remainder of the discussion to September. The...
Good Samaritan hospital patients had no TV for almost a week in Brockton
BROCKTON — As Steward Health Care closes hospitals and delays the sales of others, patients at Good Samaritan Medical Center faced another indignity: no TV in their rooms for nearly a week. One Brocktonian told The Enterprise that a family member was stuck staring at the walls since last Tuesday. The paper agreed not to release the person's name since the relative is still there. ...
NH Harm Reduction Coalition’s ‘CEO’ is a very good doggo
NHPR is bringing you stories about human-animal interactions as part of our special summer series “Furry, Scaly, Slimy, Winged.” NHPR’s Lauren Chooljian introduces us to a Weimaraner named Hapley, a pup who takes his abilities as a “working dog” to a whole new level. Hapley...
It’s time to stop coddling Casella in New Hampshire
Sadly, the two most important things to know about how New Hampshire manages landfills are: 1) Casella’s North Country Environmental Services (NCES) landfill in Bethlehem is managed worse (by roughly an order of magnitude) than any other landfill in the state; and 2) the Department of Environmental Services (the state agency with the responsibility to […]
Boston’s Black educators were fighting their own battle through desegregation
In 1974, Barbara Fields taught elementary school in Brighton, one of the very few Black teachers at her school. Fields and other educators across the city watched with horror as school desegregation in Boston unleashed white rioting and furious racial violence at schools across the city. “You also felt a...
Documentary About Artist Raphael To Screen At The Park Theatre In Jaffrey
In 2020, one of the greatest exhibitions of an artist happened in Rome. To celebrate the 500th anniversary of Raphael’s death, the most extensive exhibition ever held of his works took place in Rome. A documentary of the exhibition and the artist was produced by the world renowned Seventh...
United for Homeless cyclists riding 1 million miles to raise $100K for Cross Road
PORTSMOUTH — United for the Homeless members, Cross Roads House staff and cyclists from the community gathered at Cross Roads House at 600 Lafayette Road on Saturday, July 27, for a Cycling for Cross Roads House program. The event included Mayor Deaglan McEachern's reading of a proclamation, and remarks from Cross Roads House Executive Director Will Arvelo and United for the Homeless director Bob Bear. ...
MCC Hosts Graduation for ICC Students
Starting in Spring 2024, Middlesex Community College partnered with MassHire Lowell Career Center to develop trainings for 17 students from Haiti currently residing in the Lowell Inn and Conference Center (ICC). After completing sessions in Home Health Aide (HHA) and English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), Middlesex hosted a graduation ceremony on Friday, July 19 to celebrate the students’ accomplishments.
Wood Island Museum: Dream off Kittery coast comes true. How you can visit.
KITTERY, Maine — In their heyday, the rugged surfmen of the U.S. Life-Saving Service were the stuff of legend. These “storm warriors,” so called by scribes of the era, would row out in wooden boats during the stormiest of seas to rescue mariners in peril. The starkness of their existence is reflected in the code by which they lived — “You have to go out, but you do not have to come back.” ...
TownVote: Voters Weigh in on Electronic Sign in Burlington
After a week of voting in the latest TownVote poll, more than 80% of respondents say they approve of an electronic sign in Burlington. The sign, if approved, would be installed at the corner of Bedford and Cambridge Streets at the Town Common, a location where currently two wooden poles hold up physical banners that are manually changed out each time a new event is publicized.
Dennis Eckersley's daughter says she thought baby died after birth
The daughter of baseball Hall of Fame pitcher Dennis Eckersley testified at her trial that she didn't know she was pregnant when she gave birth in the woods in subfreezing temperatures on Christmas night in 2022 and thought her baby had died.
JetBlue Airways Announces Positive Q2 2024 Results
DALLAS — JetBlue Airways (B6) has reported significant year-over-year (YOY) improvements in operations, exceeding its second-quarter guidance, bringing positive momentum for the airline. Joanna Geraghty, the CEO of B6, attributed the positive shift to the airlines’ refocused strategy and looks forward to extending the yield through their comprehensive JetForward strategic framework.
Red Oak Offering New Smart Apartments for Renters in Manchester
Manchester, NH – Ronald Dupont, president of Red Oak Apartment Homes, announced that Aug. 1 is the official opening date for “Red Oak at 83 Hanover Street” in Manchester. The rental apartment community offers smart apartment amenities and connectivity and is located in the former Odd Fellows...
Bill Belichick Lands Another Unexpected Job for 2024 Season
It's been an offseason full of change for the New England Patriots and Bill Belichick. After being together for 24 seasons, the Pats decided to move on from the legendary coach in January. They handed over the coaching duties to Jerod Mayo as they look to reshape the organization. As...
Nearly one month since ban on camping in public areas was approved in Manchester
MANCHESTER, N.H. — It has been nearlya month since Manchester's Board of Mayor and Alderman approved a ban on all public camping in the city. Mayor Jay Ruais said that they have taken strides in addressing concerns over camping in the city. "Citations have been issued since the ruling...