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Bellows Falls man nabbed for 3 bank robberies in 2 days
BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) - A Bellows Falls man faces federal charges after authorities say he pulled off three bank robberies in two days. According to court documents, Stephen Loewe, 42, walked into the M&T Bank in Springfield Tuesday morning and demanded cash. Later that afternoon, he went to the Claremont Savings Bank in Springfield and handed the teller a note demanding $500. He then stole a car from a gas station.
Vermont’s Olympic rugby star returns home to cheering fans
BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) - U.S. women’s rugby star Ilona Maher returned to Burlington Thursday after her team won a first-ever medal at the Olympics in Paris. It was all smiles as bronze medal-winning Ilona Maher greeted cheering fans at the Burlington airport. “This is my hometown, this where I...
Traffic Alert: New England Run for the Fallen to pass through local towns today
(MyKeeneNow) – Residents of Chesterfield, Spofford, Keene, and Antrim should be aware of potential traffic delays tomorrow, Friday, August 16th, as the New England Run for the Fallen makes its way through these towns. The event, which pays tribute to fallen military service members and first responders, will see participants running through various routes in the area.
Traffic delays expected on Keene State move-in days
KEENE, N.H. (MyKeeneNow) – Local residents and commuters should brace for traffic delays on August 21 and 25 as Keene State College welcomes students back to campus. The college’s annual move-in days are set to take place on Wednesday, Aug. 21, for incoming first-year students, and Sunday, Aug. 25, for returning students. Both days are expected to bring a significant increase in traffic around the college, particularly on key routes such as Winchester Street and Main Street.
Storm floods streets, brings down trees in Nashua
NASHUA, N.H. — Powerful storms caused flash flooding and brought down trees Thursday in some New Hampshire communities. The storms moved quickly through the state Thursday afternoon, triggering multiple severe thunderstorm warnings. Many residents reported quarter-sized hail, lightning and downpours. In Nashua, a woman's car was crushed by a...
Police seeking information about graffiti on downtown businesses
LACONIA — A handful of graffiti tags cropped up on the exterior walls of downtown businesses and police are seeking any information members of the public may be able to provide. The tags, which read “help me” and “I hate my life,” were spray painted on walls of businesses...
Ski museum has familiar face as new director
CONWAY — Andrea Masters of North Conway has been named the new executive director of the New England Ski Museum. She replaces Tim Whiton, who left the job in July, after serving as executive director for two years, to devote his time to academic research and focus on his family.
Names to Know: Meet the Seacoast business professionals receiving recognition
FedPoint Chief Information Officer Michael Crones elected to National Defense Industrial Association New England Board PORTSMOUTH — Federal and military benefits administrator and marketplace operator FedPoint announces that Michael Crones, the company’s chief information officer, has been elected to the board of the National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA)’s New England chapter. ...
Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce announces results of the ‘Friday Night Fever’ Chamber Raffle Bash
ROCHESTER — The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce announced the results of this year’s Chamber Raffle! All 350 tickets in this year’s raffle were sold out prior to the event. Underwritten by Breezeline and Deepa Reddy DMD, PLLC, a “Friday Night Fever” 1970’s-themed event was held on Friday, Aug. 9, at the Rochester Elks. In addition to this event that is held for ticket holders, the raffle was also livestreamed on the Chamber’s Facebook page for those wishing to watch the number board from home. A reverse raffle drawing, sponsored by Deepa Reddy, DMD, PLLC, took place throughout the event,...
Big-Time Fun Happens With the U.S. Navy Band in Portsmouth, New Hampshire
It's a special Veteran's Night at Prescott Park in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, and you are invited. If you've never heard the United States Navy Band, it's a real treat. They play music from the 1960's right up to current top hits, featuring music by The Eagles, Stevie Wonder, Bob Marley, Harry Styles, Miley Cyrus, and more.
Belknap House celebrates 10th anniversary with golf tournament fundraiser for families without a home
LACONIA — Belknap House will host its annual golf tournament to raise money to provide vital shelter and resources for homeless families in the community on Monday, Sept. 9, at the Laconia Country Club. Golf players are encouraged to join a day of fun while directly contributing to the essential services provided by Belknap House.
Dartmouth researchers awarded $31M as part of 'Cancer Moonshot' initiative
MANCHESTER, N.H. — Researchers at Dartmouth College have received $31 million from the Biden administration to develop technology that enhances prostate cancer surgeries. "We, obviously, were super excited. You know, it was really a wonderful day," said Keith Paulsen, of Dartmouth College. Paulsen and a team of engineers at...
Data Shows Overdoses Dropping in Nashua and Manchester
Data is showing the number of opioid overdoses is continuing to decline in two of the Granite State’s largest cities. American Medical Response says Manchester is on track to have 21% fewer overdoses this year and Nashua’s overdoses are projected to be down 9% in 2024. Several factors...
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