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Some areas of Epsom don’t have broadband internet access
As part of a statewide initiative to expand access to broadband, or high-speed internet, the Town of Epsom has spent the past month assessing areas with limited or no broadband. Data collected by the NH Broadband Mapping Initiative through the University of New Hampshire lists 11.9% of locations in Epsom...
Berlin resident found in violation of Civil Rights Act
CONCORD — New Hampshire Attorney General John M. Formella on Wednesday announced the resolution of a Civil Rights Act enforcement action filed against Hayden Anderson in Coos County Superior Court through a negotiated consent decree. In July, Anderson, 22, of Berlin was charged with six alleged violations of the...
Conway pumps brakes on rental fines
CONWAY — A lawsuit filed by the Mt. Washington Valley Association for Responsible Vacation Rentals against the town has prevented the selectmen from putting the finishing touches on their rental inspection and certification program. In July, prior to the lawsuit being filed, Zoning Enforcement Officer Nicholas DeVito told the...
Council seeking proposals for Old North Main property in Laconia
Councilors expressed a sense of urgency and careful optimism regarding the prospect of matching with a developer to design and construct permanent, market-rate and below-market-rate workforce housing on a city-owned parcel located in the northern part of the city at their meeting Monday, August 12. The city is soliciting letters...
Manchester Boston Regional Airport adds new weekly flight to Minneapolis
MANCHESTER, N.H. — Manchester-Boston Regional Airport is now offering flights to Minneapolis through Sun Country Airlines. The small carrier will provide weekly service, making Minneapolis the furthest westward destination available from the airport. The inaugural flight to Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport took place on Thursday. Manchester Mayor Jay Ruais...
Winners Announced for the 2024 Summer Ticket Giveaway
Congratulations to our winners, and a big thank you to all who entered and to our sponsors for making this contest possible, especially our presenting sponsors Brown Furniture, LaValley Building Supply, The Tea House, Cape Air, and The Works Cafe. !. Drawing Number 1: Kathy R. of Canaan. Drawing Number...
Robbins of Colliers leases 25,188 s/f to PickUp USA Fitness in Manchester
Manchester, NH Andrew Robbins of Colliers has handled the signing of PickUp USA Fitness for a long-term lease at 100 William Loeb Dr. The 25,188 s/f space within the 166,000 s/f multi-tenanted former Union Leader building marks PickUp USA Fitness’s debut in New Hampshire and its second location in New England. Located off I-93 at Exit 6, the property offers accessibility and amenities.
With new forensic hospital underway, state to hold another public information session
The state’s new forensic hospital for individuals currently being held at the state prison is expected to be completed in December 2025. In the meantime, state officials are holding another virtual public information session on the project Thursday. The 24-bed secure hospital will treat patients who committed a crime but cannot stand trial because of […]
MVSB supports Hope on Haven Hill, Rochester Chamber Business After Hours: Seacoast business news
MVSB supports Hope on Haven Hill with Sponsorship, Tax Credit Purchase ROCHESTER — MVSB (Meredith Village Savings Bank) is proud to support Hope on Haven Hill with a $1,500 Hope Springs Eternal Fundraising Gala sponsorship and a $10,000 tax credit purchase through the Community Development Finance Authority (CDFA). Hope on Have Hill was...
Radar captures bird flocks taking flight Thursday morning
MANCHESTER, N.H. — Early Thursday morning, radar sites across the region showed returns not caused by precipitation but by roosting bird flocks taking flight. This content is imported from Twitter. You may be able to find the same content in another format, or you may be able to find more information, at their web site.
Men’s Soccer Battles No. 9 UNH to a Stalemate in Season Opener
The Boston University men's soccer team kicked off its season with a hard-fought 0-0 draw against No. 9 New Hampshire. Graduate student Andrew Wike shone with five saves, earning his first career clean sheet and helping the Terriers extend their home unbeaten streak to 15 matches. Despite being outshot 4-1, BU's defense held strong, preventing the Wildcats from scoring in all three recent encounters between the teams.
Select Board, Finance Committee and residents weigh-in on Wildwood building project
WILMINGTON — The Select Board invited Wildwood building project designer Dore + Whittier to present and receive feedback from other town committees and residents at their meeting on Monday, Aug. 19. Chair Greg Bendel clarified that there was no vote being made that night by this board, but it was their intention to allow the public to comment relative to the preferred building option.
Most state primary races uncontested
WILMINGTON — The state primary happens on Tuesday, Sept. 3, from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. The deadline to register to vote in time for this election, or change parties, is this Saturday, Aug. 24, at 5 p.m. Libertarian, Democrat, and Republican ballots will be available during the state...
School Committee receives MSBA project update
WILMINGTON — The School Committee met on Monday night at 5 p.m. over Zoom to receive a presentation on the MSBA project from designer Dore + Whittier. Rani Philips of Dore + Whittier reminded the community that the project is currently in the feasibility study phase. In order to create potential options, they held a series of educational visioning meetings where they developed priorities for a new space and created a summary of proposed spaces to meet building and educational needs.
Malden police subdue armed suspect after tense standoff
MALDEN — Malden police officers responded to a disturbance call at 260 Eastern Avenue at approximately 9:12 a.m. on May 22, where a woman had run into traffic pleading for passersby to call the authorities. The initial 911 call came from a witness who observed the woman, whose identity...
Select Board ratifies new cable agreement
The Tewksbury Select Board met in August at town hall. The board discussed Comcast cable television license renewal proceedings. The town’s current agreement is set to expire in September 2025. The board praised Tewksbury Telemedia Director Brian Dorrington and Town Manager Richard Montuori for their work throughout the license renewal process.
Mass. State Lottery winner: $650,000 prize won off $5 scratch ticket
A Massachusetts State Lottery player won a $650,000 prize off a $5 scratch ticket, lottery officials said. The prize was claimed Friday. The winning ticket came from the game “Bonus 50X” and was sold at Regina Food Store in Everett. The odds of winning the game’s $1 million...
Massachusetts man wins $1 million scratch ticket prize, and it couldn’t have happened at a better time
A big lottery scratch ticket win happened just in time for a Massachusetts man. According to the Massachusetts State Lottery, Michael Pereira of Salem is the winner of a $1 million prize in the Massachusetts State Lottery’s $10 “$4,000,000 Mayhem” instant ticket game. He opted to receive...
A rare but deadly mosquito virus infection has Massachusetts towns urging vigilance
A rare but deadly disease spread by mosquitoes has one town in Massachusetts closing its parks and fields each evening. Four other towns are urging people to avoid going outdoors at night. They’re concerned about eastern equine encephalitis. State health officials announced last week a man in his 80s had...
Another title for 12U Redmen Red: Girls finish summer by capturing Redmen Rumble
After coming off a second place finish (due to rain) in its last tournament in Woburn, the 12U Redmen Red softball team was feeling confident going into its final tournament of their season. The tournament, the Third Annual Redmen Rumble, which was held in Tewksbury this past weekend was comprised...
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