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Portsmouth Booma Post 6 has two players who won NH title before, now looking for more
PORTSMOUTH — Along with the Portsmouth Booma Post 6 coaching staff, led by fourth-year head coach Geoff Jablonski, there are two other noticeable similarities between this year's New Hampshire American Legion state championship team, and the team that won the state title in 2021. Jake Carlisle, a 2024 Portsmouth High School graduate, and Bailey Wright, a Portsmouth resident who graduated from IMG Academy in 2023, were both young players on the 2021 title team. ...
Startup Star: Replenish Refillery Built on Reuse and Sustainability
Ellen Andrick isn’t a typical retailer trying to sell customers on the latest must-haves. Instead, the owner of Replenish Refillery in Dover aims to guide shoppers to more sustainable and conscientious purchases. She was inspired by her grandfather, who taught her how to repair and reuse items after he came of age during the Great Depression.
Pan-Mass Challenge raises over $50 million for Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
MANCHESTER, N.H. — The Pan-Mass Challenge is wrapping up after raising money for the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in Boston over the past two days. Thousands of cyclists, including nearly 200 Granite Staters, rode hundreds of miles across Massachusetts. Patty Cook is one of the cyclists who rode in honor...
Chris Bright calls out opponent’s ‘pay to play’ comments | CloseUp
MANCHESTER, N.H. — In response to Hollie Noveletsky's comment to "pay to play," Chris Bright said, "As a business owner that fairly competes, as other Americans out there don't get those types of handouts, that's an unfair playing field. That is exactly the type of swamp Trump talks about draining."
Manchester DPW Worker Recovering After Truck Accident
A Manchester Department of Public Works is recovering after being injured in a trash truck accident. The worker ended up being crushed against a pole while riding the truck Thursday on Platts Avenue. The victim was brought to a nearby hospital to be treated for injuries to his lower body.
Manchester FD responds to flooded roads, homes after flash flooding
MANCHESTER, N.H. — Strong thunderstorms that passed over Manchester Sunday afternoon led to street flooding across the city. Cars were seen driving through several inches of water at the intersection of Beech Street and Cilley Street around 1:30 p.m. Flooding was also reported on Beech Street at Merrill Street,...
Portsmouth PorchFest to make its debut in September
PORTSMOUTH – A group of grassroots advocates is hoping a shared love of live music will draw the community out to the first annual Portsmouth PorchFest on Saturday, Sept. 21 from noon to 4 p.m. Portsmouth PorchFest is an outdoor music festival, placing bands in unconventional performance spaces such as porches, backyards, and driveways. Attendees can walk around and hear a variety of local and regional performers. Because everyone - from the organizers to the venue hosts...
Paw Prosper Acquires Walkin’ Pets
(PRESS RELEASE) DENVER — Paw Prosper, a pet health and wellness platform aimed at providing efficacious solutions to larger pet wellness challenges, announced that Walkin’ Pets, longtime provider of pet wheelchairs and mobility support products, is now part of the Paw Prosper family of brands. Through this strategic addition, Paw Prosper continues to invest in its commitment to help pets stay healthy, recover quickly and age gracefully.
Salem, NH Man Indicted On Federal Firearms Charges
Daniel Fratus, 38, of Salem, New Hampshire, was indicted by a federal grand jury in New Hampshire on one count of possession of firearms by a prohibited person and one count of possession of unregistered firearms. The New Hampshire U.S. Attorney’s Office says, “January 23, 2024, Fratus possessed two silencers...
Man Accused of Vandalizing Portsmouth’s Temple Israel May Be Charged with Hate Crime
A man accused of vandalizing a Portsmouth temple four months ago may have committed a hate crime. This according to court officials in Portsmouth, who say Kevin O’Leary is accused of damaging two lamps outside the city’s Temple Israel. Prosecutors say one of those charges was elevated to...
Elon vs. New Hampshire Football Tickets & Game Info - October 12
The Elon Phoenix (0-0) and the New Hampshire Wildcats (0-0) play on Saturday, October 12, 2024 at Rhodes Stadium in a clash of CAA teams. If you're looking to attend this matchup in person, head to StubHub to purchase your tickets. Elon vs. New Hampshire Tickets & Game Info. Tickets:...
UNH Olympian Elle St. Pierre has 'bigger sense of purpose' since becoming a mom
Elle St. Pierre is in Paris for the 2024 Olympics. The University of New Hampshire graduate and Vermont dairy farmer is also a married mother of a 1-year-old who is determined to leave the French capital with another memorable moment with family. Over a month since qualifying for the U.S. Olympic track and field team in Eugene, Oregon, where St. Pierre's family cheering section included son Ivan, St. Pierre embarks on a second straight appearance at the...
New Hampshire coaches celebrate local rower's bronze medal win
WOLFEBORO, N.H. — Chris Carlson is something of a legend around the campus of Brewster Academy. The 27-year-old Bedford native picked up crew while attending the prep school before going on to row in college, and now for Team USA. Carlson earned a piece of Olympic history Saturday, winning...
Baseball star’s daughter left her newborn in the woods. She claimed the baby ‘was dead’
Sitting in a tent one chilly Christmas night, Alexandra Eckersley complained that she felt a stabbing pain in her stomach. Her boyfriend with whom she shared the tent, George Theberge, gave her medicine in a bid to remedy her distress. But no amount of Ibuprofen would alleviate Eckersley pain: she...
Spring 2024 Dean’s List
The following students have been placed on the Dean’s List after Spring 2024. View NEC’s Spring 2024 Dean’s List. Students on the Dean’s List earned a minimum of 12 graded credits with a GPA of 3.5 in the Spring semester or combined during the Summer II, Fall I, Fall II, and Winter terms.
The Countdown Is On: New England College Football Begins!
I am thrilled to announce that the anticipation is over—football is kicking off at New England College! The excitement is palpable as we prepare to embark on this historic journey together. On August 25, our very own NEC football team will play an intra-squad scrimmage at John Stark Regional...
Outdoor Recreation Roundtable Welcomes 3 New Members
The Outdoor Recreation Roundtable (ORR) announces the addition of three new members: the Minnesota Outdoor Recreation Industry Partnership, the University of New Hampshire Department of Recreation Management and Policy, and the University of Wyoming Outdoor Recreation Tourism and Hospitality (WORTH) Initiative. This marks a significant expansion of ORR’s commitment to promoting and supporting the outdoor recreation industry across the nation.
Marlborough pickleball facility proposal has public hearing scheduled for Aug. 19
MARLBOROUGH — A developer is proposing to build a set of indoor pickleball courts at the former Marlboro Airport. The proposed indoor pickleball center would contain six indoor courts, a practice court, a pro shop and restroom facilities at 119 Airport Blvd., off Farm Road. The center would also include one outdoor court, a picnic area and 74 parking spaces. ...