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Riding Program Strengthens Confidence & Teamwork
Superintendent Greg Hudon is pleased to report that more than 40 city youth participated in a riding program at Strongwater Farm in Tewksbury this month thanks to support from Lowell Public Schools and the Shannon Community Safety Initiative grant from the Office of Grants and Research, an agency that is part of the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security.
FabNewport’s First Tee Makes it to Sectionals
Fourteen athletes from FabNewport’s First Tee Rhode Island program are heading to the PGA Jr. League Sectionals on Aug. 6 at the Stow Acres Country Club in Stow, Massachusetts, just six months after the chapter opened. Age division winners in the sectionals will receive an invitation to the regionals...
$100,000 Lottery Ticket Sold In Methuen
It was a very lucky day for one Bay Stater when they picked up a $100,000 lottery ticket on the border with New Hampshire. The six-figure ticket was won playing the $30 "$15,000,000 Money Maker" scratch-off game. There is one $15 million, one $1 million, and 22 $100,000 tickets in the game tha…
Court reverses conviction against former NH police chief accused of misconduct in phone call
CONCORD, N.H. (AP) — The New Hampshire Supreme Court has reversed the conviction of a former police chief who was accused of violating sexual harassment policies following a call he made to a female employee, saying a judge misinterpreted the law. In a 3-1 opinion released Wednesday, the court...
Pregnant Brianna Welsh Found Stabbed To Death At Lynn Home
Zachary Vozzella, of Lynn, was arraigned Thursday, Aug. 1, and charged with murder and assault and battery with a dangerous weapon, the Essex County District Attorney said. He pleaded not guilty. The body of 25-year-old Brianna Welsh was found at her home at 254 Lynnway #329 Wednesday morning after police...
Red Sox dump ticking time bomb on Angels at trade deadline in Luis Garcia deal
Managing one's 40-man roster is an imperfect science. Teams like the Los Angeles Angels can have a "plan" for how many open spots they want to keep flexible, but injuries, trades, and prospect promotions can throw a wrench in things. In the Angels' case, one trade from the deadline in particular is going to present some challenges going forward.
New England sees uneven rise in extreme heat for fall sports, Portland among the highest
PORTLAND (WGME) -- The start of the new school year is just around the corner, which includes fall sports practices and games. 242 United States locations were analyzed in a study from Climate Central. Climate Central found that over 200 United States locations saw 15 more extremely hot days since...
Vermont gets respite from flood warnings as US senator pushes for disaster aid package
Vermont residents awakened Thursday to a quieter weather forecast with no flood warnings following another round of destructive storms, as a U.S. senator from the state asked Congress to pass a disaster aid package that would help communities across the country dealing with wildfires, floods, hurricanes and tornadoes.
What ‘Olympic Events’ Would Take Place in New England’s First Olympic Games?
The Olympics ROCK. Even non-sport fans like the thrill of the Olympics. It is partially national pride, but I think people just like to watch competitions. We don't really care about hot dog eating - but we ALL love the Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest. That got my brain thinking...imagine...
Expansion of NH cannabis growing facilities shut down by Sununu veto
This story was originally produced by the Concord Monitor. NHPR is republishing it in partnership with the Granite State News Collaborative. Not far from downtown Peterborough is a discreet building, somewhat removed from the main road. No signs are posted, leaving no way for outsiders to learn what the building contains.
For many New Hampshire families, finding a therapist for their kid is 'like a part-time job'
Jennifer’s been a foster parent in Keene for about six years. In that time, they’ve taken in a dozen kids, ranging from toddlers to teens. It’s something Jennifer’s wanted to do from a young age. Growing up in an abusive home, they wanted to become the kind of caring adult they needed in their own life.
Man accused in niece's death agrees to return to Washington to face charges
CONCORD, N.H. — A man suspected in the death of his 7-year-old niece is headed back to Washington state after he was arrested last month in New Hampshire. Demiko Fox, 22, was arrested in Bow in July. In a hearing Thursday in Concord Circuit Court, he agreed to go back to Washington to face charges.
Hampton Town Clerk Directed To Resign For Failing to Follow Election Laws
Hampton Town Clerk Shirley Doheny has been directed to resign by Aug. 9 by the state Attorney General’s Office because of “serious breaches of your duties as Town Clerk.”. “This office received information that you failed to follow several election laws during the Jan. 23, 2024, Presidential Primary...
91st Annual NH Craftsmen’s Fair August 3-11
What does it take to envision and create some of the most incredible items crafted by experts in woodworking, metal, jewelry, glass, fiber arts, ceramics, printmaking, photography and so many other mediums?. Visitors to the 91st Annual Craftsmen’s Fair at Mount Sunapee Resort in Newbury will find out firsthand as...
Nearly 50 attend youth cheerleading camp put on by Portsmouth/Oyster River varsity squad
PORTSMOUTH - The Portsmouth/Oyster River high school cheerleading team and coaches from Portsmouth Youth Cheer hosted a two-day youth cheerleading camp last week. In total, 49 children between the ages from 5 and 13 from Portsmouth, Greenland, Rye, New Castle, Durham and Madbury took part in the camp. ...
Cultivate’s 4th Annual New England BIPOC Festival to be held at Strawbery Banke on Aug. 18
PORTSMOUTH – On Sunday, Aug. 18, from 12-5 p.m., the 4th Annual New England Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC) Festival will be held rain or shine at Strawbery Banke Museum. Organized by Cultivate, a 501c3 nonprofit organization, this festival is dedicated to furthering the mission of cultivating conversations and collective action about the important threads of equity and social justice. The event is free and open to the public, with a suggested $10 donation to...
Exhibits, galleries, theater and more: Seacoast arts and culture news
Pride art exhibition, Flaunt! at the Franklin Gallery ROCHESTER — The Seacoast LGBTQ History Project, RiverStones Custom Framing and The Franklin Gallery announce its upcoming Pride art exhibition, Flaunt!. This vibrant celebration of identity, courage, and self-expression embodies the true spirit of Pride. Visitors will be greeted by bold colors, proud moments, and...
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