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Honoring life of NH Air Guard commander: Pogorek services set as police investigate crash
ROCHESTER — Services for Brig. Gen. John Pogorek were set to be held as the investigation into the accident that took his life is ongoing. Pogorek, who was commander of the New Hampshire Air National Guard Base at Pease, was struck by a vehicle on July 8, according to police. Pogorek had pulled over and got out of his pickup truck to re-secure a load on a trailer he was towing, when a Toyota RAV4 hit him on Crown Point Road in Rochester.
Rochester Slammers win 8-under New England and NH softball chanpionships
The Rochester Slammers 8-and-under softball team moved to 30-0 this summer after Aria Lanciano's walk-off single clinched the New England Regional Babe Ruth championship in their age group. Lanciano's hit completed a rally from down 8-0 as Rochester defeated a team from Stamford, Connecticut, 11-10, in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, to win...
Karen Read jury list impounded indefinitely as juror says, ‘I am frightened'
The judge in the case won't release the names of the people who served on the deadlocked jury, she said in a filing Thursday, citing a juror whom the judge found to have a credible fear for her and her family's safety. Also Thursday, Read's lawyers shared in a court...
Police: Boston Man brandished axe while stealing juice and water
A Boston man is facing charges after allegedly brandishing an axe while stealing from a store in Charlestown, Wednesday. Alan Badgett, 33, was arrested after Boston police responded to Austin Street in Charlestown shortly after noon for a report of a threatening person with an axe. Police say Badgett allegedly took a juice bottle and multiple water bottles and told security he could take whatever he wanted before running away. Two officers arrived on Austin Street and were able to de-escalate the situation. Badgett was found with an axe on his person.
Ahlers, Jachym Named Futures Collegiate Baseball League All-Stars
KEENE, N.H. – Keene State College baseball rising juniors Tommy Ahlers (Salem, N.H.) and Jake Jachym (Westfield, Mass.) were each named Futures Collegiate Baseball League All-Stars when the summer collegiate wooden bat league announced their 2024 selections to the game Wednesday afternoon. The matchup, which will feature rosters split...
Tornado in Lyme touched down in challenging area for National Weather Service meteorologists
LYME, N.H. — Cleanup is still underway in Lyme aftera tornado touched down earlier this week and caused significant damage. Hundreds of trees were blown over in winds peaking at around 110 mph. The tornado touched down at 7:29 p.m. and lifted minutes later at 7:36 p.m. "I've seen...
ACLU asks for charges to be dropped against protesters at Dartmouth College
MANCHESTER, N.H. — The New Hampshire American Civil Liberties Union is asking for charges to be dropped against those arrested during a pro-Palestine protest at Dartmouth Collegein May. College campuses across the country were inundated with protests, some turning violent, as students spoke out against the Israel-Hamas war. About...
Creative solutions sought for Paugus, Prescott, Janes aves to continue receiving city services
LACONIA — City councilors tabled a resolution that would have stopped public works from providing certain city services to Janes Avenue and approved another designating Paugus and Prescott avenues as emergency lanes for another year while they search for a solution to issues caused by old, confusing city ordinances.
Koung Sushi replicates success in Meredith
MEREDITH — For three years, Myint Soe made sushi for a franchise that supplied supermarkets, and learned that well-made sushi would sell well in central New Hampshire. In 2021, he opened his first shop, in Laconia, and learned he could build a following under his own brand: Koung Sushi Mart. Then he opened a second location in a strip mall in Concord, and the lesson from that experience was that he needs to have foot traffic in order to drive success.
Upper Valley communities say Supreme Court ruling won’t change approach to homelessness
A recent U.S. Supreme Court ruling allowing communities to arrest and fine people for sleeping outside in public spaces has drawn the ire of Upper Valley social services providers and skepticism from local law enforcement and municipal officials. The ruling applies to sleeping outdoors any time of day or night...
Keene roofing company ordered to pay back wages for visa violations
A Keene roofing contractor has paid $167,101 in back wages to 20 foreign temporary workers who didn’t receive proper payment, the U.S. Department of Labor said in a news release Monday. A settlement between the department and The Melanson Co. (owned by Illinois-based national roofing company Tecta America) also...
STR owners in Eidelweiss sue Madison ZBA
Two couples who co-own a home in Madison are suing the town zoning board of adjustment for not allowing them to use the property as a short-term rental. The town must file its response by August. The case, filed June 12, is “Chad and Brittney Ardizzoni and Aaron and Tiffany...
Portsmouth grad Ryan Minckler picked by Washington Nationals in MLB draft, plans to sign
PORTSMOUTH — Right-handed pitcher Ryan Minckler had recently confirmed his plan was to transfer and enroll at Arizona State University this fall to continue his college baseball career. That changed when his name was called by the Washington Nationals, who selected the 2021 Portsmouth High School graduate in the 19th round (560th overall) of the Major League Baseball draft this week. ...
UPDATED 7/18/2024, 2:11 PM: multi-car collision results in multiple injuries
KEENE, N.H. – (MyKeeneNow) Five were hurt in a serious car accident on Route 9 at Sullivan Road in Keene this morning. Emergency crews responded to the incident shortly before 8:40 a.m. The crash, which involved three vehicles, resulted in extensive damage, with two cars being declared total losses by the Keene Fire Department.
Downtown Infrastructure Project plans up for final vote at tonight’s City Council meeting
KEENE, N.H. – (MyKeeneNow) The full Keene City Council will convene for a final vote at tonight’s meeting on plans for the Keene Downtown Infrastructure Improvement and Reconstruction project. The project aims to replace underground water, sewer, and stormwater utilities, some of which date back to the late...
The 3rd Annual New England Hot Sauce Fest!
The Spicy Shark proudly presents the highly anticipated 3rd Annual New England Hot Sauce Fest, a spicy festival that will delight heat seekers and hot sauce enthusiasts alike. The event will take place on Saturday, July 27 (Rain date: July 28), from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the scenic outdoor field behind Smuttynose Brewery in Hampton.
The New London Barn Playhouse to Present JERSEY BOYS in July and August
The New London Barn Playhouse invites you to this season's production of Jersey Boys running July 17th thru August 4th at 7:30pm with matinee performances on the 18th, 24th, 26th and 31st at 2:00pm, and Sunday performances at 5:00pm!. Jersey Boys is the international musical phenomenon that takes you behind...
GM Joyride #3: 2024 Chevy Traverse Review & Contemporaneous Truck Stumper Resolutions
We’re back with Episode Three of our video podcast series, GM Joyride! Join my brother and me, the Merva Brothers, as we dive into everything General Motors from the Banks Chevrolet Studio in Concord, New Hampshire. In this episode, we hit the road in Georgia with the all-new 2024...
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