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'Surfing saved my life': Wounded Warriors ride the waves at Hampton's North Beach
HAMPTON — Oscar Toce made the shaka, also known as the “hang loose” sign, with his hands as he surfed on his belly. He toppled over when he hit the shore, but with the help of other surfers, he picked himself back up on the board and went back to the ocean, hoping to catch another wave. ...
Boston opens its first Bike Town, a place for kids to learn bike riding
The City of Boston and Mayor Michelle Wu announced the grand opening of Bike Town at Moakley Park on Thursday. Bike Town is a family-friendly space where kids can practice riding and rolling in a fun and safe environment. These are designed to teach children how to safely navigate streets and increase their overall confidence while riding a bike.
Barstool hosts tease Bill Simmons over Celtics rumor
The news cycle around Amazon founder Jeff Bezos potentially buying the Boston Celtics lasted less than a week, but that didn’t stop The Ringer’s Bill Simmons and Fox’s Jason McIntyre from putting their tinfoil hats on and dreaming up an angle anyway. So when leaks from the Bezos camp confirmed he was not interested in Read more... The post ‘Pardon My Take’ teases Jason McIntyre, Bill Simmons over discredited rumor of Jeff Bezos buying Celtics appeared first on Awful Announcing.
1 person taken to hospital after crash involving multiple vehicles on I-93 in Campton, authorities say
CAMPTON, N.H. — One person was taken to the hospital with minor injuries after a crash involving multiple vehicles on Interstate 93 in Campton, authorities said. Campton-Thornton Fire Rescue said at 4:30 p.m. on Friday, first responders responded to a crash on I-93 North in Campton. >> Download the...
Keene Planning Board to continue review of Washington Street site redevelopment proposal
KEENE, N.H. (MyKeeneNow) – The Keene Planning Board is set to revisit a significant redevelopment proposal for the Dinkbee’s Convenience Store site at 510 Washington Str. in a hearing this Monday, Aug. 26. The plan, submitted by Fieldstone Land Consultants on behalf of owner Rakesh Patel, outlines the...
Video: Sunny and warmer Saturday
The feel of summer is back on for the weekend, with lots of sun and warmer air in place. A slight increase in humidity works in starting Monday, along with a few chances for showers and storms. Valley fog will clear away by mid-morning. Look for mostly sunny skies today...
Nackey S. Loeb School of Communications announces fall 2024 classes
The Nackey S. Loeb School of Communications has announced its fall lineup, which includes a new “pro” series. The school offers an array of courses, with topics including public speaking, First Amendment freedoms, social media video production, misinformation and using artificial intelligence. Free Wednesday Classes. This fall, the...
Students head back to the classroom next week
KEENE, N.H. (MyKeeneNow) – Students in the Monadnock Region head back to school on next week. According to SAU 29’s website, school resumes for all districts on Tuesday, August 27th. Preschool at Jonathan Daniels and in Marlborough will begin after Labor Day on September 3rd, along with Kindergarten in both Keene and Chesterfield. Marlow preschool and kindergarten begins September 9th.
Gunstock celebrates end of summer with 2nd annual food truck festival
GILFORD — Gunstock Mountain Resort will host 16 mobile eateries during the Summer Send-Off Food Truck Festival from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday, August 25. After a rousing success last year with 10 trucks, Gunstock’s Director of Marketing Bonnie MacPherson is excited for more options for eventgoers and an opportunity to spread out the crowd.
Waterville Valley Welcomes Additional Programs Aiming for Elite Training Opportunities
Press release provided by Waterville Valley Academy. Featured image: Provided by Waterville Valley Academy. For the second consecutive year, Waterville Valley Resort is excited to offer its premier mountain venue for early-season training starting in mid-November. Notably, Waterville’s training facilities are among the highest-elevation available in the Northeast during this period, providing exceptional snow conditions crucial for effective early-season preparation. Last year, the Stifel US Ski Team selected Waterville Valley as their primary Northeastern American venue for boardercross training, appreciating the superior conditions and accessibility. In addition, renowned teams from Harvard, UNH, Plymouth State, and Holderness utilized our Alpine lanes alongside our WVBBTS athletes.
A step forward for ADUs in Greenfield
Greenfield’s recent changes to the town’s zoning bylaws regarding accessory dwelling units, or ADUs, will provide increased opportunity for affordable housing as well as financial opportunity to residents, according to members of the town’s Zoning Board of Adjustment and the Planning Board. Rob Walling, chair of the...
Win Tickets to Bret Michaels Parti Gras at BankNH Pavilion in Gilford, New Hampshire
How about going to Bret Michaels Parti Gras 2.0 tour on us?. We've got a pair of tickets to give away to see Bret Michaels' show along with Lou Gramm (formally of Foreigner), Don Felder (formally of The Eagles), and Dee Snider from Twister Sister at BankNH Pavilion in Gilford, New Hampshire, on Saturday, August 31.
UNH poll shows big lead in Republican gubernatorial race, tighter race on Democratic side
MANCHESTER, N.H. — A new University of New Hampshire Survey Center poll shows where likely voters stand on the race for governor. On the Republican side, 65 percent of likely GOP voters said they would cast their ballot for Kelly Ayotte, compared to 21 percent for Chuck Morse, while 13 percent said they are undecided. The poll of likely Republican primary voters had a margin of error of +/- 3.2%.
Sweepstakes Social to fundraise for Greater Lakes Region Children’s Auction on Sept. 13
LACONIA — Tickets are now available for the fourth annual Sweepstakes Social fundraiser held dockside aboard the M/S Mount Washington on Weirs Beach, 5:30-7:30 p.m., on Friday, Sept. 13. Funds raised will benefit the Greater Lakes Region Children’s Auction. “We have seen great success with the Sweepstakes Social...
Big Green Notch 1-0 Win Over Marshall
HANOVER, N.H. – The Dartmouth women's soccer team won 1-0 against Marshall in the season opener at Burnham Field this evening. Scoring the game-winning goal was fifth-year, Daisy Granholm. "I think we battled well. It was an emotional, high-paced, college soccer game. And I think our team, we showed...
Five-Year Plan For Alvirne Farm Laid Out by Beals
During the Aug. 5 Hudson School Board meeting, the School Board received a presentation from Alvirne High School Principal, Steve Beals, and Farm Manager, Emery Nadeau, about the five-year plan for the Alvirne Farm. It was explained by Beals that the Farm continues to be an educational opportunity for students...
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