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With deadline looming, debate and concern over school minimum standards continue
An update to the 306s is meant to be completed by September, but the State Board of Education hasn’t even begun discussing the second half of the document and critics remain worried about lack of transparency in the process. With a September deadline looming, the State Board of Education...
New Hampshire Boating Accident Leaves Teen in Critical Condition
Gilford, NH — A 17-year-old was hospitalized in critical condition following a boating incident on Lake Winnipesaukee on Tuesday. The incident occurred near Little Camp Island, where the teen was tubing with family members. At 4:56 p.m., New Hampshire State Police – Marine Patrol responded to reports of an...
Rindge Fire Department responds to two accidents Sunday afternoon
RINDGE, N.H. (MyKeeneNow) – The Rindge Fire Department responded to two separate motor vehicle accidents on Route 119 on Sunday resulting in injuries and significant vehicle damage. The first accident occurred around 12:30 p.m., at the intersection of Route 119 and Wellington Road, according to a Facebook post from...
Keene DPW to begin annual fall water main flushing, lists streets affected during first week
KEENE, N.H. (MyKeeneNow) – The City of Keene’s Public Works Department will begin its annual fall water main flushing program this weekend. The program is meant to clean mineral deposits from the water mains and allows the city to exercise city water valves and hydrants, keeping them operational for firefighting, water main breaks, and other issues.
Housing complex with more than 200 affordable units opens in Nashua
NASHUA, N.H. — A new affordable housing community officially opened Monday in Nashua, although some families have called the complex home for months. Meagan Isabelle and her family have lived in an apartment at Monahan Manor since March. She said an affordable option is rare enough, but finding one that could fit her family of seven was nearly impossible.
Jazz duo to perform at The Loft
MEREDITH — The Loft at Hermit Woods Winery & Eatery will host the indie jazz duo Taylor O’Donnell and Mike Effenberger on Thursday, Aug. 22, at 6 p.m. O’Donnell and Effenberger bring a dynamic and innovative approach to jazz, blending the rich musical traditions of the 20th century with the vibrant energy of contemporary popular music. Their performances feature surrealist reimaginings of artists like Elliot Smith and the Pixies, alongside Vincent Persichetti’s sonic riddles and Paul Simon’s transcendent melodies. The result is a singular musical perspective focused on melody, gesture, and aural storytelling.
Laconia Housing adds 24 units of affordable rentals
LACONIA — Laconia Housing recently announced the addition of 24 units of affordable housing in Laconia. Over the last two years, Laconia Housing has been working behind the scenes on projects and partnerships to help ease the burden of housing in the Lakes Region. With these additions, and through...
Ameresco and the City of Somersworth Break Ground on New Hampshire’s First Landfill Solar Project to be Placed on a Superfund Site
FRAMINGHAM, Mass. & SOMERSWORTH, N.H.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug 12, 2024-- Ameresco, Inc., (NYSE: AMRC), a leading cleantech integrator specializing in energy efficiency and renewable energy, and the City of Somersworth, today celebrated the groundbreaking of a major solar photovoltaic (PV) installation at the Somersworth Landfill. With attendance from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the landmark event marked the commencement of the project, which will significantly boost the community’s sustainability efforts and repurpose City-owned land for renewable energy generation. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240812336815/en/ The ceremonial event marking the beginning of construction was held at the location of the old Somersworth Sanitary Landfill. Pictured from left to right: City of Somersworth Mayor Matt Gerding, Congressman Chris Pappas, and Ameresco’s Senior Project Development Manager Ryan Fahey. (Photo: Business Wire)
FAA Investigating After Plane Makes Emergency Landing in Gilford
The FAA is now investigating after a plane had to make an emergency landing at Laconia Municipal Airport in Gilford. The single-engine aircraft touched down with its landing gear up at the airport Sunday. The plane suffered only minor damage, and no one who was on board at the time...
New nightclub Madame Sherri’s opens, bringing queer entertainment to Keene
KEENE, N.H. (MyKeeneNow) – The nightlife scene in Keene just got a lot more colorful with the opening of Madame Sherri’s Lounge and Cabaret, a new venue dedicated to LGBTQ+ entertainment and inclusivity. The club, which held its first official event last weekend with a Pink Pony Club night, is set to become a vibrant hub for the queer community in New England.
Hinsdale Little League getting ready for Little League World Series debut
CHICAGO (CBS) -- There has been little time off for the Hinsdale Little League team since punching their ticket to the Little League World Series.Hinsdale beat the Little Leaguers from Jasper, Indiana on a walk-off hit in extra innings on Wednesday to win the Great Lakes Region championship and advance to the Little League World Series in Williamsport, Pennsylvania.Coach Chad Wanless said, after spending a few days in Williamsport, the team has been able to sit back and realize how great their comeback win was and what the accomplished."I think we're finally starting to really enjoy it a little bit,"...
New lighting over Canal Street illuminates last summer block party
LACONIA — A two-year project to illuminate one of downtown’s busiest streets was capped off Saturday evening during the last Canal Street block party of the year. Celebrate Laconia, a civic organization dedicated to promoting and assisting business and cultural interests in the city, fired up a lighting display above Canal Street on Saturday night during the final in a series of block parties organized in large part by business leaders including New Hampshire Vintage Vinyl owner Dan McLaughlin.
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.
Music history comes to life: Old Vienna Kaffehaus reunion to be held in Hopkinton
A backyard in Hopkinton will play host to a reunion of musicians who once frequented a Westborough venue that served as a folk music haven in the 1980s and ‘90s. The 08:30 Club, a group of musicians and show promoters who became friends during Worcester’s 1980s folk music boom, is planning a concert featuring musicians who often performed at the Old Vienna Kaffeehaus, which once sat on a busy street in Westborough.
Business Profile of Downtown Essex is Changing, as it Always Has …
RE: the state of business in Essex, and recent letters by Ed Neale and Rob Fitzgibbon, the Town's "schizophrenic" approach seems more like the balancing of differing needs of residential and commercial interests. The "headwinds" that they mention certainly include the post-COVID challenges faced by businesses nation-wide, and inflationary cost...
Lee Frank's expands to Wells, Portsmouth Food Truck & Craft Beer Festival returns
The Seacoast restaurant scene is in full middle of the summer swing. This week we learn that Lee Frank's is expanding to Wells with an old-fashioned classic American burger joint, the Portsmouth Food Truck and Craft Beer Festival returns this weekend, Chiliheads' will compete for a shot at World Championship at Wells Chili Fest 2024, Rooftop at The Envio of Portsmouth welcomes new leadership and menu, and we revisit the bubble tea craze as it hits York Beach with new shop Snow Tea. ...
Big-Time Fun Happens With the U.S. Navy Band in Portsmouth, New Hampshire
It's a special Veteran's Night at Prescott Park in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, and you are invited. If you've never heard the United States Navy Band, it's a real treat. They play music from the 1960's right up to current top hits, featuring music by The Eagles, Stevie Wonder, Bob Marley, Harry Styles, Miley Cyrus, and more.
Honda North in Danvers, MA, Celebrates 50 Years of Excellence
Honda North, a staple of the Danvers, MA, automotive landscape, is celebrating its 50th anniversary, highlighting a half-century of commitment to customer service, community engagement and industry innovation. Since its founding in 1974 by the Jespersen family, Honda North has grown from a small dealership into a leading automotive retailer...
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