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Here’s How to Score Tickets to NH PoutineFest – October 12 in Merrimack
What is poutine? In a word: Phenomenal. A bed of crispy fries, the perfect texture of cheese curds, rich, flavorful gravy…and however New Hampshire’s top poutine chefs dress up this French-Canadian classic at PoutineFest – the largest poutine festival in the nation – coming to the Anheuser-Busch Biergarten in Merrimack on October 12th! And we’ve got your tickets!
1 dead, 2 injured after shooting in Lowell temple parking lot
LOWELL - A man was shot and killed after an altercation in the parking lot of a temple in Lowell Saturday morning, the Middlesex District Attorney said. Two other people were injured. Police responded to reports of a shooting in the parking lot of ISSO Shri Swaminarayan Hindu Temple on Middlesex Street at about 4:53 a.m. Police found three victims suffering from apparent gunshot wounds. A 43-year-old Lowell man was taken to a hospital and pronounced dead. A 34-year-old man remains hospitalized. A 26-year-old woman suffered minor injuries. Investigators say the group was gathered in the parking lot of the temple when a fight broke out. There is no information that the gathering was related to the temple. No arrests have been made. The shooting is under investigation by the Middlesex District Attorney's Office and the Lowell Police Department.
Lawrence, Massachusetts, DCR swimming pool closed amid lifeguard shortage
LAWRENCE, Mass. — The Department of Conservation and Recreation has closed a Massachusetts pool for the summer amid ongoing staffing issues, the state agency said. The Lt. Colonel Edward J. Higgins swimming pool on Crawford Street in the city of Lawrence was closed on Saturday and will remain closed until further notice.
Klea Blackhurst Will Lead Opera North's
Casting is set for Opera North's upcoming staging of Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine’s Into the Woods, which will play the company’s summer home at Blow-Me-Down Farm in Cornish, New Hampshire, August 1-4. Directed by Evan Pappas, the cast will feature Klea Blackhurst as the Witch, Maureen Brennan...
Ribbon cutting at Carey House celebrates renovations to homeless shelter
LACONIA — Fresh siding, better insulation and windows, a new heating system, new playground equipment and several other improvements were celebrated Friday morning at The Carey House, a facility operated by The Salvation Army which for 22 years has been offering a home to people who would otherwise be experiencing homelessness.
Dover, New Hampshire, Drive Thru Employee Goes Above and Beyond in Awkward Situation
Although using a header that reads 'Dunkin App' seems like this is going to be some kind of ad, it's not. But, quite simply put, customers to any Dunkin around New England and beyond have two ways to make their ordering experience more convenient. Wait in line at the drive...
The Nation’s 911 System Is on the Brink of Its Own Emergency
Just after lunchtime on June 18, Massachusetts’ leaders discovered that the statewide 911 system was down. A scramble to handle the crisis was on. Police texted out administrative numbers that callers could use, Boston Mayor Michelle Wu gave outage updates at a press conference outlining plans for the Celtics’ championship parade, and local officials urged people to summon help by pulling red fire alarm boxes.
Select Board takes no action on building reuse com.
WILMINGTON — The Select Board discussed a new plan for the reuse of town buildings at their July 15 meeting, beginning with a memo from Town Manager Eric Slagle to the board. Slagle created this memo to answer questions regarding the reuse of town buildings that would soon become...
Wilmington Police Department To Host 1st Annual Golf Tournament On September 30, Will Benefit ‘Cops For Kids With Cancer’
WILMINGTON, MA — The NEPBA Local 1 Patrolman’s Union is pleased to announce its first annual Charity Golf Classic on Monday, September 30, 2024 at Four Oaks Country Club in Dracut. This event is open to all community members, golfers, and non-golfers. Family members and friends are invited...
Couple seek decision on possible second dwelling unit on property
TEWKSBURY — The Tewksbury Zoning Board of Appeals met on June 27, 2024 with members Nancy Rego, Daniel Teixeira, and Robert Dugan. The Zoning Board of Appeals reviews and approves applications for variances from the town’s zoning bylaw under Chapter 40A of the Massachusetts General Laws. The board also hears appeals related to decisions on permits and enforcement action made by the town building department.
Guide to vote in state primary in Tewksbury
TEWKSBURY — The state primary is creeping closer by the day, and Tewksbury has just released a guide offering different options for those who wish to vote. The primary takes place on Sept. 3, from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. The deadline to register to vote in time for this election, or change parties, is on Saturday, Aug. 24.
Burlington boys win Westford summer basketball league
For the first time in its eight-year involvement in the summer league hosted by Westford Academy, Burlington won the championship on Tuesday night with a lopsided victory over Algonquin Regional High School’s entry. Algonquin is located in Southborough. The title game was held immediately after Burlington’s semifinal victory over...
Planning Board Addresses Signage Regulations & Menu Board Proposals
The Planning Board met last night with all members present. There were no committee reports. In her Town Planner’s report, Community/Economic Development Planner Alexandra Lowder advised the board that the 792 Main Street applicant for Site Plan Review, Land Disturbance Permit, and Sign Special Permit has requested continuance to the next Planning Board Meeting, August 19th. Jonathan Ciampa will not be present for the August 19th meeting as he will be visiting his new grandson. Congratulations Jon!
Stop & Shop Announces Massachusetts Closing of 8 Locations
Stop & Shop has announced it will close 32 "underperforming" stores, according to supermarketnews.com, on or before November 2, 2024, including eight Massachusetts locations. The closings reflect a move to restructure the company. The closing list does not include the locations in Amesbury, Andover, and North Andover, Massachusetts. Here's a...
Democratic gubernatorial candidates commit to helping relocate 911 center
PLYMOUTH — Three Democratic Party contenders in the governor's race said they would uphold Gov. Chris Sununu's commitment to ensure Lakes Region towns and cities do not shoulder the lion's share of the expense for a new 911 center following the sale of the State School property. Following a...
As measles outbreak grows, NH health officials warn of more potential exposures
State health officials have identified more cases of measles tied to an outbreak in the Upper Valley, and say more people could have been exposed at additional locations in early July. Five total cases have been linked to the outbreak, including two New Hampshire residents and three people from out...
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