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Fold’d offers a second chance
A fledgling Somersworth diner is providing a path to job success for NH residents in recovery, one dish at a time. Fold’d Diner, at 69 High Street in Somersworth, is open five days a week and serves breakfast and lunch. The business opened in October and has been growing...
Redmen are heating up: Tewksbury’s 12U baseball team wins three in a row
After falling short in the district tournament, the Tewksbury 12U summer baseball squad has their attention glued to the Bay State League. After an 0-3 start in the National Division to kick off pool play in the opening round, the Redmen have stormed back to take three straight victories over Haverhill, Georgetown, and Lowell.
Tewksbury’s Paige runs at Olympic trials: Former TMHS superstar reaches semifinals of 800-meter run
As long as Makayla Paige was running, the town of Tewksbury was watching. It was that simple. Because when the two-time Gatorade Athlete of the Year ran, it was a full-on event. Her dominance was breathtaking. But when Paige took to the track for the biggest race of her life,...
12U softball makes another final: Tewksbury makes it three championship games in a row
The 12U Redmen Red softball team went into last weekend’s tournament as champions of their first tournament they played in and runner ups of their second tournament. Their third tournament, the 7th Annual ALZ Invitational hosted by the TGSL Redmen Softball, which spreads awareness about Alzheimer’s, was their toughest to date with 20 teams in the field, coming from all over, including New Hampshire and Maine, and all eyeing that first-place trophy.
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.
Yellowcard performs Thursday to support Third Eye Blind at BankNH Pavilion
Yellowcard took the stage at BankNH Pavilion in Gilford on Thursday evening. Yellowcard is supporting Third Eye Blind on their summer tour, along with Copilot of Boston who performed on the Hazy Little Stage, and A R I Z O N A on the main stage.
Origin Specialty Acquires Agribusiness Managing General Underwriter AIMS
Illinois-based specialty insurance broker Origin Specialty Underwriters Agency announced it has acquired Agricultural Insurance Management Services (AIMS), an agribusiness insurance-focused managing general underwriter based in Bow, New Hampshire. AIMS does most of its business in the Mid-Atlantic and East Coast regions and is currently licensed in more than 30 states....
Six Olympians With Dartmouth Ties Are Headed to Paris
Six athletes with Dartmouth connections—five alums and one current student—are headed to Paris this month to compete in the 2024 Summer Olympics. The Big Green Olympians are vying for medals in men’s and women’s rowing, men’s and women’s rugby sevens, and women’s basketball. Two Dartmouth coaches are also participating.
MART bus routes in Gardner are changing: A 60-second read
Montachusett Regional Transport Authority opened a 14-day comment period on the proposed changes to Gardner Routes 1, 2, and 3, which ends Wednesday, July 24. MART wants feedback on the changes made to Route 3 in January and potential changes to Routes 1 and 2. Route 3 has operated a...
Ordinance banning public camping in Manchester takes full effect
MANCHESTER, N.H. — As of Thursday, people are not allowed to camp on public property in Manchester. That new rule was approved last week and took effect after a brief waiting period. Violators face a fine of up to $250. Manchester Mayor Jay Ruais said the move is part...
Mass. FD unveils new ladder truck purchased with American Rescue Plan funds
LOWELL, Mass. — Ladder 4 has arrived. The $1 million dollar truck was on display on JFK Plaza last Tuesday, with its 100-foot steel aerial ladder extended toward the roofline of City Hall. The brand-new truck will replace the current apparatus that operates out of the West Sixth Street firehouse after training and upfitting is completed.
More NH dentists agreeing to see Medicaid patients – but not enough to meet demand
It took oral health advocates nearly 25 years to persuade New Hampshire lawmakers to provide adults on Medicaid coverage for basic dental care. Gail Brown, one of those advocates, said she saw that investment pay dividends in far less time. Brown was stopped this spring while bringing cakes to a...
Daily Times building fight reignites in Portsmouth: City alleges 'demolition by neglect'
PORTSMOUTH — A long legal dispute between the owner of the historic but fire-damaged former Daily Times building and the city has reignited. The attorney for 278 State St. building owner Peter Floros contends in a letter to the City Council that the downtown structure is dangerous, and must be demolished to protect public safety.
Somersworth school leaders hopeful new contract with pay raises will attract more staff
SOMERSWORTH — Representatives of SAU 56 say they are very happy with the new contract for Somersworth Association of Clerical and Aides (SACA). They're optimistic the improved pay and benefits will encourage more job applicants to fill vacancies in the city's schools for 2024-25. The Somersworth School District announced a new and competitive collective bargaining agreement for its paraeducators and administrative assistants in the SACA union effective July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2027.
Portsmouth water supply meeting 'high demands,' but for how long?
PORTSMOUTH — The Portsmouth and Pease drinking water systems “are currently experiencing very high demands” due to irrigation and cooling system use because of the recent hot and dry conditions. “As always, we ask that our customers be vigilant and efficient with their water usage and turn...
Arlynn Polletta named new chief equity officer in SAU 16
EXETER — Arlynn Polletta has been named the new chief equity officer in SAU 16. "I'm thrilled to be joining the SAU 16 community and feel fortunate to have the opportunity to build on the exceptional DEIJ work that has been done in recent years,” said Polletta. “Advancing equity initiatives across the district will be a collaborative effort, and I look forward to working closely with students, educators, caregivers, and community members to promote continued growth and positive change."
Home for Now shelter closer to gaining federal funds via city of Rochester
ROCHESTER — The city's Finance Committee has recommended allocating more than $300,000 in federal American Rescue Plan Act funding to help Community Action Partnership of Strafford County as it takes over management of the Home for Now homeless shelter. Home for Now, located on Washington Street, a nonprofit organization,...
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