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Adaptive Launch Committee starts funding campaign
MEREDITH — The Meredith Adaptive Launch Committee recently started a fundraising campaign to bring an accessible, ADA-compliant paddling launch to Leavitt Park in Meredith. The organization has raised $25,500 of its $58,328 goal and hopes to schedule installation for spring 2025. This launch will make it easier and safer...
Authorities investigating fatal crash on Route 9 in Chesterfield, New Hampshire
Authorities are investigating a fatal crash that happened on Route 9 in Chesterfield on Friday. Chesterfield police said multiple crews responded to a two-car crash on Route 9 near Cady Lane and Old Chesterfield Road around 4 p.m. Authorities said the driver of a Ford Mustang was driving westbound on Route 9, crossed the double yellow line, and crashed head-on with a Toyota Highlander heading eastbound.
Caught on camera: Teen wrangles runaway boat on Lake Winnipesaukee
GILFORD, N.H. — A dramatic recovery of an out-of-control boat on Lake Winnipesaukee in New Hampshire was caught on camera Wednesday, when the operator of a training vessel was knocked off and the boat continued spinning. Rich Bono captured the scene on video and said a 17-year-old on the...
Manchester man accused of tipping over porta-potty with woman, child inside facing new charges
MANCHESTER, N.H. — A Manchester man who is accused of tipping over a porta-potty with a woman and child inside is facing new charges. Aiden Studer, 18, was charged after Manchester police said he tipped over a portable toilet at Derryfield Park, trapping a woman and her 4-year-old child inside in May.
Winnacunnet grad Zach Brassill finding his way with SNHU baseball
SANFORD, Maine — Zach Brassill, a 2022 Winnacunnet High School graduate pitching for the Sanford Mainers this summer, had a highlight performance this spring for the Southern New Hampshire University baseball team. Brassill earned a huge 5-2 win over Jefferson, clinching a spot for the Penmen in the NCAA...
Dover's Carys Fennessy: New England women's golf champ at 17 and just getting started
DOVER — Carys Fennessy recently crossed another major goal off her list. Fennessy, 17, a rising senior at Dover High School, won the 2024 New England Women's Amateur golf championship in a dramatic finish at Samoset Resort Golf Club in Rockport, Maine. Fennessy scored a three-day total of 216...
Dartmouth Women’s Golf: Five Named WGCA All-American Scholars, Sung Shines
Five members of the Dartmouth women's golf team have been named WGCA All-American Scholars for their academic achievements and athletic contributions. Criteria for recognition: cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher, amateur status on the team, and participation in 50% of scheduled competitive rounds. Sung graduates with a record-low career stroke...
Ernie's Turtle returns to Bolduc Park after over a decade
GILFORD — It’s been roughly 15 years since Bob Bolduc had seen the snapping turtle which resides in a pond at Bolduc Park. But on June 7, a turtle was seen making the trek across the golf course, then Gilford Avenue to lay her eggs in the sand.
Meredith residents and visitors celebrate Fourth of July with fireworks display
MEREDITH, N.H. — Hundreds of people gathered in Meredith on the Fourth of July for the annual fireworks show, and some community members said it's their favorite display they wait for all year. "Absolutely fantastic time. Perfect day. This is Meredith. It is part of America," Tom Lord said.
99 new Americans naturalized during Fourth of July ceremony in Portsmouth
PORTSMOUTH, N.H. — A total of 99 new Americans received a standing ovation on Thursday after taking the oath to become naturalized citizens. People from 41 different countries, each with their own unique journeys, gathered at Strawbery Banke in Portsmouth for their big moment. "I came here to the...
Man crashes into garage and flees the scene in Maine: Police
Authorities are investigating a crash in Parsonsfield, Maine early Thursday morning. Maine State Police say they responded to reports of an abandoned pick-up truck and boat in the travel lane of State Route 160. Initial investigation determined that the driver of the pick-up truck missed a turn and crashed into...
'Over 100,000 pounds of trash': Crews clean up on the dirtiest beach day of the year
OLD ORCHARD BEACH, Maine — Beach clean-ups took place all across the country Friday, including in Maine, as volunteers from the nationwide nonprofit Surfrider Foundation worked to clear trash left behind from Fourth of July celebrations. Volunteers with the organization held a beach clean-up at Old Orchard Beach from...
Martha Stewart 'Surprised' by 'Harsh Judgement' of New Summer Decorations After She 'Was So Happy' With Results in Maine Mansion
Martha Stewart is the queen of lifestyle — so why are people criticizing the way she decorated her summer home?!On Wednesday, July 3, the American businesswoman took to Instagram to clap back at haters after social media trolls appeared to disapprove of her "bland" Maine mansion."I rarely read all the comments that come in after I post, but because I was so happy at the transformation of my Maine living room I did go through many of the comments and was surprised at the harsh judgment so many displayed!!!" Stewart, 82, expressed of her disappointment. She explained: "I and my...
Brewster Academy earns two videography awards
WOLFEBORO — Humor and emotion have earned Brewster Academy in Wolfeboro two new accolades from The Council for Advancement and Support of Education. The video work of Wolfeboro resident Kara McDuffee, Brewster’s Digital Media Marketing Manager, captured silver and bronze awards on June 26 when the council released its winners for 2024.
Paintings for a Purpose art show aims to raise thousands for nonprofits providing food, children's services
MEREDITH — The fifth annual Paintings for a Purpose art show will support causes including food insecurity and at-risk youth throughout July and August. A reception opened the exhibit at Meredith Village Savings Bank on June 27, which features the work of artist Dr. Marc Bard. The Meredith show will last throughout July, before moving to MVSB's Wolfeboro location in August, with an opening reception there happening from 4 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 1.
Several children rescued from rip current in Old Orchard Beach
OLD ORCHARD BEACH (WGME) -- Several children were rescued from rip currents in Old Orchard Beach Friday evening. Firefighters say rip currents are rampant right now. The fire department says lifeguards sprang into action and rescued four children. Fire and EMS were called, but the lifeguards were able to get...
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