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UNH football 2024: Coach Santos' keys to success, CAA poll, schedule
DURHAM — Coach Rick Santos, defensive end Josiah Silver, and wide receiver Logan Tomlinson shared their views Wednesday on what the University of Hampshire football team must do to excel in the upcoming 2024 season. "Our goal is to always compete and win (Coastal Athletic Association) championships," said Santos, who is entering his third season as head coach of the Wildcats. "And we understand more than ever how tough that is. There's so much parity in this...
Salem firefighter to play in 12th charity baseball game
SALEM, N.H. — Salem firefighter Colton Houle has kept a streak alive for more than a decade which he doesn’t see stopping any time soon. The 10-year veteran of Salem Fire Department will swap his firefighting helmet for a baseball one as he gears up to raise funds and play shortstop in this year’s Special Olympics Heroes Cup.
Wentworth-Douglass Hospital courtesy shuttle, hospital awards: Seacoast health news
Wentworth-Douglass Hospital launches courtesy shuttle DOVER – Wentworth-Douglass Hospital recently announced the addition of a courtesy shuttle, which is available to transport patients and visitors to/from the parking garage, the main entrance, and the Mass General Cancer Center on its Dover campus. ...
South Manchester residents express concern over zoning proposal
Wednesday, July 17, marked another meeting in a series of meetings across the city seeking community input on the proposed new zoning ordinance, this time coming to the southernmost part of the city. Just under 100 people crammed into Jewett Street Elementary School for the meeting, focusing on how the...
Business booming at custom jewelry shop in Maine that went viral on TikTok
KENNEBUNK, Maine — A new business in Kennebunk has been flooded with customers ever since a video of the store went viral on TikTok. Good Stock Charm Bar, which held its grand opening on June 15, is a "charm bar" and permanent jewelry shop that specializes in custom designs.
Southport approves 2 land use ordinances at special town meeting
Southport voters overwhelming approved two amendments to the land use ordinance during a July 24 special town meeting. Just over 60 voters approved the two amendments. One regards state LD 2003, which requires municipalities to take action in creating more affordable housing. The law prohibits municipalities from limiting housing to one unit per lot and allows for less restrictive ordinances to meet state goals.
Community chips in to help a Portland man at risk of eviction keep his home
PORTLAND, Maine — Neighbors and strangers are banding together by donating money to help a Portland man keep his home where he has lived for the past 52 years. Darryl Crabtree, who has cognitive challenges, helped care for his elderly parents in their home on Maine Avenue in Portland for years until they both passed away. '
Maine to Endure Furnace-Like Conditions Next Week
So far, the summer of 2024 has been the exact opposite of the summer of 2023. Last summer was cold and rainy. This summer has been hot, humid, and sunny. In fact, the weather has been way hotter than we normally get here in northern New England. For the last...
Loon Echo Land Trust conserves 192 acres in Bridgton
Loon Echo Land Trust (LELT) is pleased to announce the permanent conservation of 192 acres of undeveloped forestland in Bridgton. The property was donated to LELT by the Lebovitz family, and will be called the Clara and Samuel Lebovitz Forest Preserve. Under LELT’s ownership, public access for hunting, fishing, hiking,...
Maine attorney general files complaint against couple for racist harassment of neighbors
BATH, Maine — Maine's attorney general has filed a civil rights complaint against a couple he said targeted their Black immigrant neighbors for months with a campaign of racist harassment. Attorney General Aaron Frey is using the complaint to ask a court to bar the Bath residents from having...
4-year-old boy found wandering was seeking help for father, police say
OLD ORCHARD BEACH, Maine — Police responding to a report of a 4-year-old boy walking alone on Thursday, July 18, did not realize he was seeking help. When an officer of the Old Orchard Beach Police Department walked the boy a quarter-mile back to his home, he found the boy's father had suffered a medical event. Police say he was taken to Maine Medical Center and has since made a full recovery.
Maine’s WIGY Cuts Ties with Morning Duo Mark and Sara
After four years, Bennett Radio Group’s 105.5/95.7 WIGY (WIGY-AM) in Lewiston, Maine has cut morning hosts Mark Turcotte and Sara Poulin. July 24 was the station’s last day to air the WIGY Breakfast Club, with the duo’s departure announced on social media. The. , “Bennett Radio Group...
Maine Faces Extreme Heat Wave: Safety Measures Advised
Augusta, ME – Residents across Maine are advised to prepare for a significant heat wave next week. According to the National Weather Service (NWS), above-average temperatures with heat indices between 95 and 100 degrees Fahrenheit are expected. Some areas may experience heat indices exceeding 100 degrees. These elevated temperatures...
South Portland police seek public’s help to identify Dollar Tree incident suspect
SOUTH PORTLAND — The South Portland Police Department is reaching out to the community for assistance in identifying a male suspect involved in a recent incident at a local Dollar Tree store. In a statement released Thursday, the department appealed to the public, referring to aid in the identification...
NHBM to feature artist Lucy Merrow in August
MOULTONBOROUGH — Lucy Merrow will be featured at the New Hampshire Boat Museum in August, with a members reception on Thursday, August 8 from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. highlighting her paintings. “We are so excited to feature Lucy’s work at our beautiful Moultonborough campus,” said NHBM Executive Director...
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