Salem
CRIME & SAFETY
Man in Hot Water After He Cooled Off ‘Au Natural’ at Salem’s Canobie Lake Park
An elderly man is due in court next month for being naked in the wave pool at Salem’s Canobie Lake Park. Local police say officers were called to the scene shortly after 6 p.m. Wednesday amid reports that a bather, later I.D.’d as 74-year-old John Carabello, was enjoying the water naked.
Manchester man accused of tipping over porta-potty with woman, child inside facing new charges
MANCHESTER, N.H. — A Manchester man who is accused of tipping over a porta-potty with a woman and child inside is facing new charges. Aiden Studer, 18, was charged after Manchester police said he tipped over a portable toilet at Derryfield Park, trapping a woman and her 4-year-old child inside in May.
3-year-old girl nearly drowns in swimming pool at Georgetown home
An investigation is underway after a 3-year-old girl nearly drowned in swimming pool at a home in Georgetown, Massachusetts, Sunday afternoon. First responders home on North Street shortly before 5p.m. after receiving a call that the 3-year-old was submerged underwater for more than 3 minutes in an above-ground pool. According...
Manchester Man Charged with Manufacturing and Trafficking Counterfeit Pharmaceutical Pills
CONCORD, NH – Jerry Summers, 44, of Manchester, has been charged in connection with operating a counterfeit pill pressing scheme, announced U.S. Attorney Jane E. Young. Summers faces charges including…
Haverhill Chief Credits Enlarged Crew to Fast Knock Down of Two-Alarm Triple Decker Fire
Two Haverhill families were displaced after what became a two-alarm fire broke out early this morning, but was brought quickly under control. Haverhill Fire Chief Robert M. O’Brien credited the initial response from the enlarged four-man crew coming out of the High Street station. Engine 1 was dispatched after a 911 emergency came in around 12:30 a.m. for a three-family home at 97-99 Blaisdell St.
Lawrence police seek help finding missing person
LAWRENCE — The Lawrence Police Department is requesting assistance from the public in locating a person reported missing. Authorities have not released a description of the individual but urge anyone with information to come forward. Community members with knowledge of the missing person’s whereabouts are encouraged to contact the...
Nashua man arrested on drug, assault charges
NASHUA — A local man faces multiple charges including felony drug possession and assault after being taken into custody by the Nashua Police Department. Wayne Geddes, 44, of Nashua, New Hampshire, was arrested on charges of felony Acts Prohibited; Possession of a Controlled Drug (Cocaine), Subsequent Offense, felony Second Degree Assault (strangulation)-Domestic Violence, and two counts of misdemeanor domestic violence- simple assault.
This Virginia County Has the Murder Capital! You Won’t Believe It!
In a state known for its rich history, stunning landscapes, and vibrant communities, one Virginia county has earned a disturbing distinction – it has the highest murder rate in the Commonwealth. This revelation has sent shockwaves through the local community and raised serious questions about public safety and the underlying factors contributing to this alarming trend.
Manchester police seek driver in hit-and-run that injured cyclist
MANCHESTER — Manchester Police are investigating a hit-and-run accident that occurred Wednesday afternoon at the intersection of Central and Union streets. On July 3 at approximately 3:45 p.m., authorities received a report of a collision involving a car and a bicycle. Responding officers found a 71-year-old man on Central...
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