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Summer safety tips to know in case of an emergency while out on the water
PORTLAND, Maine — In response to a handful of emergencies occurring in southern Maine over the past couple of weeks, safety experts are offering tips to help prepare you for those unexpected situations that could quickly become life-threatening without the right tools or know-how. Although many use the summer...
Arts Jubilee Presents the Classic Rock Orchestra on July 18
North Conway – The 41st Arts Jubilee Summer Concert Series continues at Cranmore Mountain Resort this Thursday, July 18th, featuring the Classic Rock Orchestra. Local band Rek’lis will open the show at 6 pm, followed by ‘Classic Rock’ at 7 pm. Classic Rock Orchestra performs the...
Saco's harbormaster suddenly resigns after city council vote on ongoing dispute
SACO (WGME) -- Saco's harbormaster is suddenly leaving his position after nearly two decades on the job. It came shortly after a dispute before the city council this week that became heated at one point. The harbormaster says for years, one man has been leaving things like a boat, jet...
Officials rejoice after fish populations expected to rebound following 'historical' dam removal: 'It was a beautiful'
In the town of Naples, Maine, experts expect local salmon populations to rebound after the removal of a dam, News Center Maine reported. The town voted to remove the Edes Falls Dam after a contentious public battle that saw some residents rail against the removal of the dam and the construction of a new park slated to be built next to Crooked River.
Storm damage to Rockland lighthouse could be dangerous for visitors
ROCKLAND (WGME) -- A lighthouse on the Midcoast is badly damaged and potentially dangerous for visitors. Rockland's harbormaster is urging people not to walk around the Rockland Breakwater Lighthouse. She says January's storms and historic high tides tore off shingles, ripped off roof tiles and damaged the railing. The harbormaster...
An Alternative Thought on the I-95 Bridge Between Maine and New Hampshire
We see it a lot more often during tourist season than outside of it, but regardless of the time of year or whether it's from a tourist or local, the same sentiment is constantly echoed. The I-95/Piscataqua River Bridge that connects Maine and New Hampshire always seems to stir up...
Feds bust up 'Fentanyl Robbery Gang,' announce arrests in four deaths
LUZERNE COUNTY, Pa. — Gang members trafficking drugs and guns committed robberies that resulted in four deaths, according to federal investigators. Seven people are charged in what was known as a "fentanyl robbery gang." Federal investigators from Scranton, Philadelphia, Boston, and New York joined state police and local officers...
You’re Not Imagining It: Prices Have Increased at New Hampshire Walmarts
In recent years, Walmart has become a huge part of my life. It's my one-stop shop for grocery shopping (yes, I'm blessed enough to live near a supercenter), workout clothes, and makeup. Now that I have a brand-new baby to dress, Gwen's wardrobe is practically made up entirely of clothes from Wally World.
Parts of New Hampshire, Vermont damaged by remnants of Hurricane Beryl
WAITSFIELD, VT -- Heavy flooding hit Vermont and New Hampshire nearly a year after similar rains left parts of Montpelier underwater and businesses damaged. WBZ Meteorologists believe the rain to be the remnants of Hurricane Beryl. In Littleton, New Hampshire parts of a bridge collapsed and nearly sent a car into the river below. In Dalton, New Hampshire more roads collapsed. The devastation spanned two states. "Specifically, the town of Barre, they got nailed last year, and they are under water right now," said Brady Griffin, owner of the Griff Inn in Waitsfield, VT. "We have had two tornado watches...
Latest round of flooding prompts road closures and rescues across northern NH
Parts of Coos and Grafton counties are still recovering after Wednesday night’s thunderstorms that flooded many main roads, including Route 135. Firefighters and town officials have been surveying the aftermath in several communities, including Dalton, Littleton, Whitefield and Lancaster. State officials say they're working with local communities to assist with the recovery.
Why Everyone Thinks Bob’s Discount Furniture is Closing in New England
No, that's not the Bob's that is closing. The internet is all in a frenzy because of the confusing two Bob's. There is Bob's Discount Furniture and there are Bob's Stores. Bob's Stores are closing after 70 years in business. According to Seacoastonline, Bob's Stores is closing all its locations,...
New Hampshire emergency officials urge people in flood-damaged areas to stay off roads
MANCHESTER, N.H. — New Hampshire officials are asking people in areas damaged by flooding to stay home and give repair crews space to work. Many roads were damaged in northern New Hampshire when powerful storms moved through Wednesday night. New Hampshire Department of Homeland Services spokesperson Vanessa Palange said...
State: There is no public interest in ensuring Sanborn sells his casino
During a hearing Wednesday on the state’s forced sale of Andy Sanborn’s Concord Casino, the state refused several demands from Sanborn’s attorneys. A sale, Assistant Attorney General Mark Dell’Orfano explained, would benefit Sanborn but is “not in the public’s interest.” “It’s in Mr. Sanborn’s commercial interests to sell his business to someone, if he wishes,” […] The post State: There is no public interest in ensuring Sanborn sells his casino appeared first on New Hampshire Bulletin.
Rain returns this weekend as heat persists in New England
Our heat and humidity is here to stay for a while, with some less humid periods from time to time. Any shower or storm that rolls through has the chance to produce localized flooding. The intense rain across northern New England has led to roads washed out from flash flooding,...
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