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Co-living residential space proposed for J.J. Newberry building in downtown Portsmouth
PORTSMOUTH — Developer Mark McNabb is proposing to renovate the former home of the J.J. Newberry department store and turn the downtown property into a major mixed-use project, including innovative “high density co-living” spaces. The first story spaces at 15 Congress Street – the one-time home of J.J. Newberry’s - will continue to feature the existing commercial spaces, according to documents filed with the city, which are the Thirsty Moose Taphouse and Tres Diana salon. ...
With closure of YMCA in Rochester, hundreds of members can't find wellness alternatives
ROCHESTER − When the staff of the YMCA of Strafford County announced they were closing in September, moving the childcare services to Somersworth but discontinuing all adult classes, some of the people who have been coming for years, felt betrayed. Barrington resident Mary Doty is working to find a place where she and her displaced friends can come together and not lose the sense of community she said they have formed through their long association with...
Share Fund offering choices at Gerry’s Food Pantry in Rochester
ROCHESTER — For over 40 years, neighbors in need of food assistance looked to Gerry's Food Pantry, now part of the Share Fund. What started as a one-man operation helping a few dozen families, evolved into a well-organized operation serving over 750 families each month. Recent visitors to Gerry's Food Pantry were met...
Smuttynose Food Truck & Craft Beer Festival returns: What you need to know
HAMPTON — The second annual Smuttynose Food Truck & Craft Beer Festival returns on Saturday, Aug. 24. Prepare your taste buds for a culinary journey featuring more than a dozen of New England's most fabulous food trucks serving up delectable delights alongside the finest beers and cocktails from Smuttynose. Whether you're craving mouth-watering roast beef sandwiches, gourmet smash burgers, or indulgent whoopie pies, the truck and brew lineup has something to satisfy every craving. ...
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.
New Hampshire Fish and Game Says People Are Causing Surge of Bear Encounters
Recently, there has been a surge of bear sightings according to NBC10 Boston. New Hampshire Fish and Game are warning New Hampshire residents to be responsible to avoid a "situation." New Hampshire Residents and Visitors Are the Problem. One of the reasons why bears keep coming around is because they...
Salisbury dam set for demolition
SALISBURY, Vt. (WCAX) - A derelict dam in Salisbury is set for demolition this week. The Wainwright Mill Dam, also known as Halnon Pond Dam, sits on the south end of Lake Dunmore Road. Officials say the dam is in poor condition and no longer serves a purpose. i The goal is to restore the natural stream’s fish habitat and restore the floodplain.
Hurricane Ernesto is Gaining Strength: How Will It Affect Maine, New Hampshire, & Massachusetts?
Until recently, New England rarely had to worry about tropical storms and hurricanes. Over the last few years, we have seen that change, though. In September 2023, we had to deal with a pair of back-to-back storms. While those storms had lost much of their strength by the time they reached New England, they did hit us within days of each other. And after dealing with Debby last weekend, we are getting ready to deal with Ernesto this weekend.
New research shows how PFAS could be affecting New Hampshire’s nursing moms, babies
A recent study of New Hampshire mothers led by a Dartmouth researcher found that mothers with higher PFAS levels were at greater risk of stopping exclusive breastfeeding early. Experts recommend infants be exclusively breastfed for the first six months because of a number of health benefits. The New Hampshire study, published in May, found the association with shorter breastfeeding durations were “driven largely by PFOA,” or perfluorooctanoate. Those in the highest quarter of PFOA levels had a...
Overdose deaths drop in New Hampshire cities as officials warn of powerful synthetic opioid
MANCHESTER, N.H. — As opioid overdoses fall in two New Hampshire cities, emergency officials are issuing a new warning about a strong synthetic drug. Federal officials said that since last summer, they have been monitoring the drug carfentanil, a tranquilizer used for large animals, such as horses. The warning...
Man leads Antrim Police on high-speed pursuit
ANTRIM, N.H. (MyKeeneNow) – A Hillsboro man is in custody after leading police on a pursuit beginning in Antrim. The Antrim Police Department says an officer was on routine patrol Tuesday night and saw a vehicle run a stop sign at the intersection of Concord Street/Route 202 and Main Street shortly before 9:30 pm. As the vehicle continued north on Clinton Road/Route 31 the officer activated his emergency lights and attempted to pull the vehicle over.
Manchester School District Faces Bus Shortage Weeks Before School Starts
With only three weeks left until the start of the school year, the Manchester School District says it needs more buses. While day-to-day pick-up and drop-off will not be affected, committee members believe the shortage should have been addressed earlier. The district needs to buy up to 10 used school...
UNH Manchester Project Integrates Character Development Into Technical Education
Can learning computing and engineering form character? That’s what a UNH College of Professional Studies team of educators and researchers will investigate over the next three years. Mihaela Sabin, professor of computer science in the College of Professional Studies Manchester division, will collaborate on a project led by Purdue...
New Hampshire Woman Raises Almost $400K for Elderly Vet Taking Care of His Wife With Dementia
This writing comes with a warning: you may burst out into uncontrollable sobs, so break out the tissues. A woman who sometimes helps out at U. S. Gold & Pawn on South Willow Street in Manchester, New Hampshire, Jenelle Marie, got to know Donald, a 90-year-old New Hampshire veteran. Donald came into the pawn shop with some gold jewelry he wanted to pawn so he could pay his medical bills for his wife, who was recently diagnosed with dementia. Donald's landlord also had to raise his rent, so he was in dire straits. Thank GOD he found Jenelle. She started a GoFundMe account, and at of the time of this writing, the GoFundMe contributions are almost $400,000.
Kevin Hebert reflects on 14 years at Spaulding; and why he resigned as AD/football coach
Kevin Hebert will have an interesting choice to make in late October when Spaulding hosts Dover in a Division I football clash in the penultimate game of the regular season. Hebert's son, Ryan, is now a freshman at Dover High School, and Hebert spent the last 14 years at Spaulding, the last six as head football coach. ...
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.
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