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First New England Snowfall 2024 Will Be This Fall, According to Farmer’s Almanac
If you love the cold weather or are a ski bum, chances are, you're going to love this article. According to the Farmer's Almanac, New England could possibly get up to one foot of wet snow on November 16 - 19. By my calendar, that's a little less than two weeks from Thanksgiving. That might make air travel messy for families trying to get to one another.
Rediscovering Lost Flora: The Extinction of a Native New Hampshire Crabgrass
In 1901, several peculiar specimens of crabgrass were discovered on the rocky slopes of Rock Rimmon in Manchester, New Hampshire. Initially thought to belong to the species known as slender crabgrass (Digitaria filiformis), the slender, wiry plants with small, delicate spikelets were only known from this single location. But by 1931, they were last collected from the area, and the grass has not been observed since. Recently, UNH’s Albion R. Hodgdon Herbarium, which holds three of the last known remaining dried specimens of the grass, played a key role in identifying these plants as their own unique species, Digitaria laeviglumis, commonly known as smooth crabgrass.
Buttonwoods Hosts Pentucket Cemetery Tour for Kids Tuesday, Aug. 13
Buttonwoods Museum is hosting a tour Tuesday of Haverhill’s first cemetery as part of its August Kids Program. Children in kindergarten through eighth grade may explore the Pentucket Cemetery and the history it contains. Attendees will participate in a scavenger hunt and get a firsthand look at the art of stone carving.
Trial rescheduled to 2025 for teen accused of killing family members
MANCHESTER, N.H. — The trial of a New Hampshire teen accused of killing his sister-in-law and his two nephews has been rescheduled for next year. Eric Sweeney is facing multiple charges, including three counts of first-degree murder and one count of falsifying physical evidence. Prosecutors said Sweeney, who was...
New Hampshire community remembers political icon Ruth Griffin
MANCHESTER, N.H. — The New Hampshire community is mourning the loss of former Executive Councilor Ruth Griffin, who served the Granite State for more than 40 years. Griffin died on Saturday at 99 years old. She was not only a dedicated public servant, but the heart of New Hampshire politics and a dear friend to many.
Two people arrested in connection to burglary at AT&T store in Plaistow, police say
PLAISTOW, N.H. — Two people were arrested in connection to a burglary at an AT&T store in Plaistow, authorities said. Plaistow police said officers responded to the AT&T store on 18 Plaistow Road just before 3 a.m. on Friday for a report of a burglary. Police said after meeting...
Nashua Spartans Drum and Bugle Corps wins second consecutive world championship
MANCHESTER, N.H. — The Nashua Spartans Drum and Bugle Corps won their second consecutive world title. The all-star band, composed of college and high school students, secured the open class competition at the international world championships in Indiana on Tuesday. The Spartans have won the event three times in...
Lake Sunapee hosts antique boat parade for 'Love Your Lake Day'
MANCHESTER, N.H. — Lake Sunapee hosted “Love Your Lake Day,” where the community celebrated with an antique boat parade. The event took place at the Center for Lake Studies on Sunday, showcasing more than 20 boats. Boaters said that despite their age, the older models still have...
New condos approved on F Street in South Boston
The Zoning Board of Appeal today unanimously approved plans by a developers to replace a triple decker and some vacant land with a nine-unit building at 175 F St. between West 3rd and Bolton streets. The plans, by developers Evan and David Lank of Hyde Park, call for one studio...
DHMC recognized nationally for stroke care
LEBANON, N.H. (MyKeeneNow) – A New Hampshire hospital has been recognized on a national scale for its work caring for stroke patients. According to a news release from Dartmouth Health (DH), Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center (DHMC) in Lebanon has received the American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines – Stroke Gold Plus quality achievement award.
The Colonial Theatre Sets the Stage for a Small Town’s Revival
LACONIA, N.H. – In 2002, after an 87-year run, the Colonial Theatre in Laconia, New Hampshire, closed up, largely due to stiff competition from other theaters in the area. Fast forward a decade later, and a movement to restore the historic theater and performing arts center was underway. Today,...
Mass. State Trooper relieved of duty after being arrested in Mansfield
A Massachusetts State Trooper has been relieved of duty after he was arrested by Mansfield police over the weekend. Trooper Richard Whelan is the subject of an internal affairs investigation, a process that will be informed by anything that happens during criminal proceedings, a state police spokesman said. Further information...
Help Shape Andover’s Future: Apply to Serve on a Board or Committee
Serving on a Town board, committee, commission, or task force is a rewarding way to get involved in the community and to provide input on policies that will shape Andover’s future. The Town of Andover has more than 30 boards and committees that perform critical decision making and advisory functions. The membership of these boards and committees is comprised of more than 200 dedicated volunteers.
Meet the musicians who raise awareness for climate change
WESTFORD — Westford Academy Orchestra alumni took the stage on Westford Common last week to perform for the community – the last time the band could perform together before heading to college. Band members, who performed on the Westford Common as part of the Parish Center for the...
Steamship Authority staffing shortages leave some ferry passengers stranded
WOODS HOLE - The Cape Cod island ferries are back on schedule after a weekend of cancelations and delays caused by a staff call-out, according to the Steamship Authority,"We couldn't get on another boat, and we tried and we tried and we tried," said Erica Fross. "They finally told us that there was at least one boat had been canceled because somebody sick, and of course there was a high demand for people to get on the boats."The problem that first surfaced last spring happened again. According to the Steamship Authority, it was all because one licensed deck officer couldn't...
Cambridge Preschool Program prepares launch with an eye on the 3-year-olds left out of classes
Cambridge Preschool Program prepares launch with an eye on the 3-year-olds left out of classes. Universal preschool begins this fall in Cambridge for all 4-year-olds in the city and to eligible, higher-priority 3-year-olds. City councillors are already hoping the program can be more, well, universal. The Cambridge Preschool Program got...
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