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Amid need for cardiologists, Monadnock Community Hospital to open own department
As the nation faces a shortage of cardiologists, Monadnock Community Hospital is stepping up to meet the demand by opening its own department this fall. Since the early 2000s, Monadnock Community Hospital patients had received cardiology care from Catholic Medical Center (CMC) in Manchester, according to CMC spokeswoman Laura Montenegro.
MWV STR association sues Conway
Claiming that Conway has embarked on an “illegal rental licensing scheme,” the Mt. Washington Valley Association for Responsible Vacation Rentals is suing the town in Superior Court. “Mt. Washington Valley Association for Responsible Vacation Rentals, et al. v. Town of Conway,” filed Tuesday afternoon, will be heard in...
3 Patriots on the Chopping Block Next After JuJu Smith-Schuster Release
On Friday, the New England Patriots released wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster, bringing an end to a highly disappointing era. After signing a three-year, $33 million contract with the Patriots in March 2023, Smith-Schuster never found his footing in New England and looked like a shell of his former self. The Patriots' decision to cut ties with the veteran only one season into his deal while being willing to incur $9.6 million in dead cap space doesn't reflect kindly on Smith-Schuster's production.
Reagan-appointed judge uses footnote to ding the Supreme Court’s Trump immunity ruling
A federal trial court judge in North Carolina used a highly unusual footnote in a ruling Friday to take a swipe at the Supreme Court, accusing the conservative majority of attempting to “redesign” the presidency when it granted sweeping immunity to Donald Trump.
MPS trying to fill multiple teacher positions before school starts
On Aug. 9, less than a month before classes start, the Marblehead Public Schools listed 37 unfilled positions, including teachers in all five schools and more than 12 special education staff. At Marblehead High School, the district is looking for two math teachers and one math long-term substitute, as well...
Lowell Man Accused of Defrauding New Hampshire DMV, Facing Charges for Tampering With Public Records
A Massachusetts man has been accused of defrauding the Division of Motor Vehicles in New Hampshire. Matthew Lefebvre, a 33-year-old Lowell resident, is facing charges after an investigation revealed he allegedly submitted a fraudulent lease agreement and neglected to secure a surety bond for his dealership operations across various communities.
‘Somewhere to Remember’ exhibit opens in Hopkinton
Courtesy— The upcoming exhibition at Two Villages Art Society (TVAS) in Hopkinton features the work of Campton artist Lizzy Berube. The exhibition “Somewhere to Remember” opens Saturday, Aug. 10, at the gallery at 846 Main Street in the village of Contoocook. The show opens with a 12 to 2 p.m. reception that is free and open to the public and runs through Sept. 7.
NH beekeepers say climate change is stressing out their bees
Lee Alexander has been keeping bees most of his life, and learned from his grandfather and great uncle. He’s quick to mention he’s no beekeeping expert, but in 50 years, he’s seen a thing or two. And this year has really thrown him for a loop. “I've...
Did You Know That ‘Breaking Bad’ Was Filmed in New Hampshire?
SPOILER ALERT. IF YOU HAVE NOT SEEN BREAKING BAD (and you plan on it), LEAVE THIS ARTICLE. Did you know that Breaking Bad ends in New Hampshire?. If you have not seen Breaking Bad, you need to. The show is widely considered one of the best series of all time.
3 Massachusetts counties under a tornado watch until Friday night
The National Weather Service issued a tornado watch at 1:29 p.m. on Friday in effect until 10 p.m. for Franklin, Hampden and Hampshire counties. When it comes to tornadoes, understanding the distinction between a Tornado watch and a Tornado warning can be a matter of life and death. Here's a breakdown:
With Gov. Healey’s signature, Mass.’ definition of parenthood gets a historic update
With fights over in vitro fertilization and LGBTQ+ rights front and center this campaign season, Gov. Maura Healey has signed a law expanding the definition of parenthood, saying it protects the rights of more Massachusetts families. The legislation, formally known as “The Parentage Act ensures legal rights and protections for...
UMass Memorial sports medicine doctors, trainers team up to prepare for in-game emergencies
WORCESTER, Mass. — Spearheaded by Dr. Lee Mancini, the head of sports medicine at UMass Memorial in Worcester, doctors from the sports medicine department along with trainers from local colleges and high school's met at the Buffone Rink in Worcester to practice scenarios where a hockey player has a spinal injury or laceration and every second counts.
Construction crews rushing to finish new Stoneham High School project
With hundreds of workers now marching into the new three-story building on a daily basis, general contractor Consigli Construction insists Stoneham’s teenagers will be walking into a new state-of-the-art high school come the start of a new school year on Aug. 28. But with the $217 million building project...
Karen Read's new lawyer argues to dismiss charges
DEDHAM - The Karen Read murder case returned to court Friday for a dismissal hearing as the defense tries to convince the judge to throw out two charges against her in the death of Boston police officer John O'Keefe in Canton, Massachusetts.Karen Read jurors come forward after mistrialRead's first trial ended in a mistrial after the "starkly divided" jury said they were unable to reach a verdict. Read was accused of hitting her boyfriend with her SUV and leaving him to die in the snow after a night of heavy drinking in Canton in January 2022.But in the weeks since...
Man accused of raping 2 workers inside Framingham store arrested after Los Angeles police chase
A man wanted in connection with the gunpoint rape of two women at a department store in Framingham in 1989 was arrested Thursday after leading police on a chase through the streets of Los Angeles.
Couple from Everett killed crossing the street in Florida, police say
A couple from Everett vacationing in Lakeland, Florida with their 7-year-old daughter was fatally struck by a car as the family attempted to cross the street, according to police in the Florida city. The couple was identified by police as Ronald Jeanbaptiste, 54, and Yanique Pierre, 46. Police say Jeanbaptiste...
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