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Creating Legendary Cigars With Jorge Maique of EPC Cigars
This week on The Cigar Authority, we talk creating legendary cigars with Jorge Maique of EPC Cigars. Jorge is the master blender of the new EPC Encore Noir, along with one of the most sought after cigars in the world the Cohiba Behike. Join us as we discuss Jorge’s interesting journey in the cigar industry. We will smoke the EPC Encore Noir in the first hour, exclusively available at Two Guys Smoke Shop. Learn about creating legendary cigars this week on the show!
NH Chronicle: Traveling to Jefferson
August 7th, 2024 — Tonight, we're heading north of the notch to Jefferson. Along with Santa's Village, we found there is great hiking, good food, and some interesting golf history, making it a fun place to visit year-round. Plus, a Dunbarton woman who had dreams of becoming a ballerina...
Mother Nature Wins at Claremont Motorsports Park
Claremont, NH – August 2, 2024 – Claremont Motorsports Park announces the cancellation of tonight’s Modified Racing Series Milton Cat 75 presented by Key Chevrolet Buick GMC due to continuous rain coming into the area around 6 PM. Despite our best efforts to prepare for an exciting...
Women's Hockey Announces First-Ever Coaching Staff
KEENE, N.H. - Keene State College women's ice hockey head coach Rob Morgan has announced his coaching staff for the inaugural season slated to begin on November 1. Cecilia "CJ" Vinas will be the Hockey Operations Manager for the team, which is among KSC's newest along with men's ice hockey and eSports.
Jury reaches verdict in baby abandonment case, court spokesperson says
A jury has reached a verdict in the case of a mother charged with abandoning her newborn in subfreezing temperatures after giving birth in the woods, a court spokesperson said Friday. Av Harris sent an email to The Associated Press confirming that a verdict had been reached. The court has...
KANE’S KORNER ~ Honor Flight New England Honoring Our Most Senior Veterans
“The mission of Honor Flight New England is to Transport America’s veterans to Washington DC to visit those memorials dedicated to honoring their service and sacrifices.” (honorflightnewengland.org) Although Kane believes his writing skills are pretty good, no amount of words could adequately capture the energy and raw emotion of those being honored and respected for their sacrifice, as it should be, because these veterans are America’s heroes.
New Hampshire company makes blimps to scan for drones at southern border
FREMONT, N.H. — A New Hampshire company is building blimps to be used at the southern U.S. border to monitor for drones used by drug traffickers. Fremont-based Altaeros recently secured a contract to send its Aerostat drone blimp to the southern border, where it should be deployed by the end of the month.
508 Forever Young hosts annual backpack drive ahead of 2024-25 school year
WORCESTER, Mass. - July is in the rear-view mirror and August is in full swing, meaning we're just a few weeks away from the start of the new school year. A local nonprofit is getting area students ready to be their best in the classroom. 508 Forever Young hosted their...
Two weeks remain in Mass. RMV low license plate number lottery
If you live and Massachusetts and are looking for a low license plate number, now is the time to apply for the chance to win one. Entries for the 2024 Low Number Plate Lottery will close in two weeks, accepted at the myRMV Online Service Center until 5 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 16.
'26 OL Brady Bekkenhuis commits to Boston College
Boston College continued their hot streak on Saturday, as Arlington (Mass.) '26 offensive lineman Brady Bekkenhuis announced his commitment to the Eagles. The 6-6 tackle chose BC over offers from Syracuse, Rutgers and Maryland. This commitment comes off the heels of his visit to Boston College for the recruiting BBQ, making him the third local commitment to announce after that event.
Missing Massachusetts teen found deceased is being remembered as services are announced
A missing Massachusetts teen that was found deceased this week is being remembered. Following an extensive search for 17-year-old Brian Lopez of Lynn, investigators Tuesday discovered his body in Walden Pond near the Saugus-Lynnfield line. The search for Lopez, which began on Sunday morning, had focused on the Lynn Woods...
Got questions about global warming? These climate scientists are touring NH with answers.
Thursday night, about 40 people gathered in the basement of the Gilford Community Church for a potluck dinner. After about an hour of chatting, four scientists in the crowd fired up a PowerPoint presentation. They were with the group Climate Up Close, which tours different states each year to try...
AC Portsmouth: Modern Elegance Awaits
If you’re looking for a coastal retreat that blends modern sophistication with New England’s rich heritage, the AC Hotel Portsmouth in New Hampshire is a fantastic choice, this hotel offers clean, updated amenities and special thoughtful details to make your stay even more enjoyable. The hotel’s close proximity...
Live from the Word Barn: Vienna Teng
The Word Barn in Exeter, NH, was created to promote the sharing and cultivation of the arts in an open and welcoming setting, and contribute to an already existing and thriving arts community. NHPR and The Word Barn have teamed up to record live music each week, so we can bring this art directly into your car, kitchen, or headphones on a weekly basis. No cover charge.
This tourism season, economic anxieties bleached by sunshine
If one were to take a snapshot of local tourism at the height of the season, it would look sunny, with full lodgings and attractions. But that picture would fail to capture a summer start that worried some local business owners — and those worries still exist when asked about the rest of the season.