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Did You Know That New Hampshire’s Seacoast Has 3 Wicked Haunted Places Within 20 Miles of Each Other?
Ghost stories are as compelling today as they were when we were little kids underneath our blankets with flashlights. There is something about spooky spirits around us that grab our attention. The New Hampshire Seacoast has three wicked haunted buildings, all within 20 miles of each other. There's a Ghost...
Let’s Settle This: What is the Actual Name of This New Hampshire Lake?
A simplified answer is when a mass group of people have the same false memory. For example, in the iconic Star Wars scene where Darth Vader reveals to Luke Skywalker that he is his father, the quoted line is, "Luke, I am your father", right? WRONG! Darth Vader actually says, "No, I am your father" (check it out at 1:09 in the video below).
New Hampshire Gov. Sununu signs bill banning transgender girls from girls’ sports
CONCORD, N.H. (AP) — Republican Gov. Chris Sununu of New Hampshire has signed a bill that would ban transgender athletes in grades 5-12 from teams that align with their gender identity, adding the state to nearly half in the nation that adopted similar measures. The bill passed by the...
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...
New Hampshire sees touch-down of EF-1 tornado, NWS says
LYME, New Hampshire — A tornado touchdown was confirmed on the evening of July 16 in New Hampshire. The National Weather Service (NWS) station in Gray issued a report stating an EF-1 tornado touched down in the town of Lyme at about 7:29 p.m. It lasted until about 7:36 p.m.
Native tribes in Maine, New Hampshire celebrate heritage with 20th annual Pow Wow
WELLS, Maine — Native tribes from Maine and New Hampshire gather in Wells on Sunday for a celebration of their heritage. It was the New Hampshire Intertribal Native American Council's 20th annual Pow Wow. Traditionally, Pow Wows were held by Native tribes after the winter season ended, to feast and celebrate surviving the cold weather.
2 New England States Officially Have State Dogs: Is Yours One of Them?
People Magazine finally came out with an article that interests me: the official dogs of each state. Actually, according to them, only 13 states were granted a state dog, including New Hampshire and Massachusetts. Let's start with New Hampshire. Have you ever heard of a Chinook? Well, it's adorable, and...
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...
Democrats running for NH governor rely on different resumes, styles
It’s been a decade since a Democrat was elected governor in New Hampshire. In less than two months, Democratic voters will head to the polls to select a nominee who hopes to break that drought. The party’s primary ballot includes two candidates who share similar policy positions and point to their political resumes as proof of their ability to lead, while a third candidate is touting his outsider record.
Toxic ‘trash juice’ a problem at four NH landfills, including in Rochester
Litter in and around the landfill. Waste outside of the permitted area. Releases of liquid pollution. Failure to file mandatory reports. These are some of the issues found at four of the state’s active landfills, documented by letters of deficiency sent by the Department of Environmental Services from January to June. Many of the problems centered around the management of leachate, the “trash juice” created when rainfall mixes with waste that can be highly toxic.
Lawmakers allotted child care workers $15 million a year ago. They’re still waiting to be paid.
New Hampshire lawmakers got the message last session. The state’s dire shortage of affordable child care options had reached crisis levels during the pandemic as providers lost staff to higher paying and less stressful jobs at retail stores and fast food restaurants. Without child care, parents were leaving jobs to stay home with their children. […] The post Lawmakers allotted child care workers $15 million a year ago. They’re still waiting to be paid. appeared first on New Hampshire Bulletin.
Fallen New Hampshire Air National Guard commander honored at Pease Air National Guard Base
PORTSMOUTH, N.H. — A procession and motorcade took place at Pease Air National Guard Base on Friday for Brig. Gen. John Pogorek. Around 500 to 1000 people paid their respects to the commander and his family. Pogorek was killed in a hit-and-run on Monday, July 8, on Crown Point...
2 new tent platforms built for unhoused Yellowknife residents
Some people dealing with homelessness in Yellowknife now have a place to stay. A group of volunteers has been building tent platforms near the legislature. They started the project in late May, and after some changes, two families have now moved in. Sarah Krymalowski has more.
Democrats meet in Plymouth for moderated gubernatorial debate
PLYMOUTH — Three candidates vying for the Democratic Party's nomination for governor met with supporters at The Common Man Inn & Spa Monday evening to engage in a wide-ranging discussion touching on housing, climate, public education, reproductive rights and gerrymandering. Joyce Craig, the former mayor of Manchester; Executive Councilor...
Suspected opioid overdoses, deaths in two NH cities projected to be less than last year
MANCHESTER, N.H. — New data from the American Medical Response shows that two of New Hampshire's largest cities are on track to have fewer suspected opioid overdoses and suspected opioid deaths compared to last year. According to the report, Manchester is on track to have 20% fewer suspected opioid...
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