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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...
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...
Former Manchester business owner sentenced for distributing fentanyl and crack cocaine, DOJ says
MANCHESTER, N.H. — A Manchester man will spend four years in prison after he pleaded guilty to selling fentanyl and crack cocaine. The U.S. Attorney's Office said Walter Velez, 41, sold the drugs at his business, Velez Alignment and Auto Services, on 416 Lake Avenue. According to court documents,...
Some flights through Manchester-Boston Regional Airport delayed, canceled due to worldwide outage
MANCHESTER, N.H. — The airline industry is feeling the effects of Friday morning's worldwide tech outage. American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, United Airlines and Allegiant all asked the Federal Aviation Administration to issue a ground stop overnight. As systems got back online, there was still a ripple impact being...
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.
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!
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...
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.
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...
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...
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.
WILMINGTON POLICE LOG for July 18, 2024
WILMINGTON, MA — Below are highlights from the Wilmington Police Log from Thursday, July 18, 2024:. A Windsor Place employee reported a window of a work van was smashed over the weekend. Police responded. Damage was possibly as a result of the storm. No entry was gained. (9:27am) A...
Wilmington 9U team beats Reading: Rockets suffer first loss of season in thriller against Wildcats
The Wilmington 9U Bay State baseball team defeated the Reading Red team last night at Boutwell Field, 8-7. It was Reading’s first loss of the season. Wyatt Grossman started on the mound for Wilmington and pitched 4.2 innings. He struck out six and made a great diving play off the mound for a big out.
Dan O’Brien’s Advice: Embrace the Side Hustle to Thrive in Radio
Recently, the topic of “side hustles” came up on the Toucher & Hardy Morning Show when it was made aware to them that one of the Producers of the show, Dan O’Brien, has a beach wagon rental business in addition to working on the Toucher & Hardy Morning Show.
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.
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