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You’re Not Imagining It: Prices Have Increased at New Hampshire Walmarts
In recent years, Walmart has become a huge part of my life. It's my one-stop shop for grocery shopping (yes, I'm blessed enough to live near a supercenter), workout clothes, and makeup. Now that I have a brand-new baby to dress, Gwen's wardrobe is practically made up entirely of clothes from Wally World.
Police: New Hampshire motorcyclist arrested for reckless driving while speeding 158 mph
A New Hampshire motorcyclist is being held in preventative detention after not stopping for state troopers while driving recklessly on local roadways at speeds of 158 miles per hour, state police said.
Logan Ip Featured in World Lacrosse's LacrosseU Series
CAMBRIDGE, Mass. - Harvard men's lacrosse and rising junior midfielder, Logan Ip, were recently featured in World Lacrosse's new feature story series, LacrosseU. The series highlights different NCAA student-athletes who have competed for different nations at World Lacrosse events. Ip last competed for Team Hong Kong at the 2023 World Lacrosse Championships. Ip, who collected 23 points on 15 goals and eight assists in seven games at the Championship in San Diego earned a spot on the All-World team for his efforts.
Once Popular Retailer Making a Massachusetts Comeback
Massachusetts has been experiencing several retail closures over the past few years. A combination of the pandemic, inflation, and changes in shopping habits are just some of the factors behind why big-name retailers like Bed, Bath and Beyond, Christmas Tree Shops, and others have had to shut down in recent years.
From precalculus to ‘Gatsby,’ state offers schools an AI tutor option
Centuries of English classes have connected to Lady Macbeth by scouring the monologues of Shakespeare’s Scottish play. “Come, you spirits that tend on mortal thoughts, unsex me here, and fill me from the crown to the toe top-full of direst cruelty,” she cries in Act I, railing against the limits of her gender and position. […] The post From precalculus to ‘Gatsby,’ state offers schools an AI tutor option appeared first on New Hampshire Bulletin.
Gang that incapacitated victims with fentanyl accused in 4 deaths
A group of gang members who trafficked drugs and guns and used dating websites to connect with people interested in hiring prostitutes were responsible for a series of robberies that led to four deaths, federal prosecutors said Friday.Dubbed the "fentanyl robbery gang" (F.R.G.), the group worked from New Hampshire to Virginia, according to Gerard Karam, the U.S. attorney for the Middle District of Pennsylvania. He said the gang members and their associates would arrange to visit a victim's location with the intent to rob them of guns, cash, cellphones, identification documents, debit and credit cards, drugs and other items of...
Aces, clutch hitters, and more: Cape Cod High School Baseball All-Stars Team
The baseball talent on Cape Cod is some of the best in the state, and no I'm not talking about the Cape Cod Baseball League. Ten Cape Cod and Islands teams made the high school state tournament this past season and three of them ― Bourne, Dennis-Yarmouth and Sandwich ― made the Elite Eight. ...
Mass Audubon: 10 dead sea turtles found around Cape Cod, Islands
After 10 dead loggerhead sea turtles were found around Cape Cod and the Islands, Mass Audubon is urging boaters to use extreme caution. All the turtles were found on beaches or floating in local waters. Dead turtles washed ashore in Chatham, Yarmouth, Barnstable, Aquinnah and Tisbury on Martha's Vineyard, and Nantucket, said Aaron Gouveia, the organization's public relations director.
Whalom Park recreation to return for two weekends this summer: When and where you can go
A small-scale re-creation of Whalom Park — a Lunenburg amusement park that was a favorite destination for generations of local families before it closed in 2000 — proved so successful last year that organizers are bringing it back for two weekends in July and September. Central Massachusetts residents will have two opportunities to re-experience a “whale of a time” this summer. ...
Monday's Child: Sweet and friendly Jeinayah, 13, likes to laugh and have fun with friends
Jeinayah, 13, likes to laugh and have fun with friends. Jeinayah, who likes to be called Jen, is a very sweet and friendly girl. Although slow to warm up to strangers Jen can be very talkative, outgoing and friendly. She enjoys arts and crafts, drawing, coloring and also loves outdoor activities. She loves music of all genres. Jen is also family oriented, helpful to others and has a very vivid imagination.
Police captain on paid leave while under investigation for alleged assault on his father
A top Plymouth police official has been on paid leave for three weeks while the town investigates allegations that he physically and verbally assaulted his father at a dance recital last month. Captain Jason Higgins, a command staff member who serves as spokesman and chief of professional standards, has denied...
Rhode Island man critically injured in Vermont officer-involved shooting
BURKE, Vt. (WCAX) - A nearly 60-mile police chase ended in an officer-involved shooting in the Northeast Kingdom that left a Rhode Island man critically injured. Vermont State Police say it happened Sunday evening when they were notified that a wanted Rhode Island man may be headed north. Troopers say there was an arrest warrant out for Brendan Sackal, 30, of Hopkinton, Rhode Island, for possession of high-capacity firearm magazines.
Charming coastal cape in Padanaram with beach rights sold for over $1M: Weekly home sales
This week’s top-selling property in Dartmouth is an attractive cape that sold for $1,250,000. With coastal cottage vibes, 40 Rockland Street is located in the highly desirable Padanaram area with deeded beach rights. Built in 1955, this charming home offers 2,568 square feet of living space with four spacious bedrooms. Although renovated and modernized it...
Haverhill, Methuen, Others Share in Grants to Reduce Cybersecurity Threats
The cities of Haverhill and Methuen, area communities, school districts and others are receiving federal money to help pay for protection against cybersecurity threats. They shared in $7 million in grants distributed by the state Executive Office of Public Safety and Security. Haverhill was awarded $43,640, while Methuen received $100,000; Andover, $92,000; North Andover, $43,600; and Merrimac, $24,933. Additionally, Essex North Shore Agricultural and Technical School was awarded $100,000 and Essex County Sheriff’s office. $99,124. State Sen. Barry R. Finegold was the first official to publicly praise the grant awards.
Former Student-Athlete, Coach and Administrator Becomes UML Athletic Director
Lynn Coutts has worn many jerseys—award-winning student-athlete, inspiring coach and successful higher education administrator—in more than two decades excelling in athletics leadership. Today, she dons one more. UMass Lowell named Coutts the next athletic director at an event on campus last Thursday morning. Lynn Coutts joins UMass Lowell...
See the Neighborhood Meetings This Week in Worcester
WORCESTER – The Worcester Police Department is encouraging residents to attend their neighborhood watch meetings to stay up-to-date on what’s happening in their neighborhoods and to share any concerns or questions they may have. Representatives from the city also regularly attend these neighborhood meetings. There are over 50...
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