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New commercial zone in Conway would limit area for hotels
The Conway Planning board is looking at a proposal that would create a new “commercial core” zone, which would limit hotels and big box stores to the southern end of the North Conway Strip. As currently envisioned, the one would house large commercial buildings greater than 15,000 square feet and hotels in an area that would extend from Village Way, just north of Four Your Paws Only, south to the bottom of Bowling Alley Hill, just south of Burger King.
Culture to Do: Aug. 21, 2024
It’s the final week of Jacob’s Pillow’s 2024 season! Dance Theatre of Harlem has used their singular artistry to challenge expectations, provide a platform for new voices, and break down barriers for more than 50 years. The program includes Robert Garland’s Higher Ground (set to music by Stevie Wonder), Robert Bondara’s Take Me With You (set to music by Radiohead), George Balanchine’s Allegro Brillante (set to music by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky), and William Forsythe’s exhilarating Blake Works IV (The Barre Project), set to music by James Blake.
Patriots Kicker Implodes Right Before Preseason Finale
As the New England Patriots preseason nears its end, so does the teams' kicker competition. Special teamers Chad Ryland and Joey Slye have been competing for the No. 1 kicker role throughout the summer, however, neither player has done an effective job of separating himself from the other. At least,...
A reckoning on Cape Cod: 'racism happens here every day'
"Racism happens here every day," said Leslie Dominguez Santos, human rights coordinator for Barnstable County. Lower Cape residents gathered at the Federated Church of Orleans for a panel about racism on Cape Cod on Sunday, August 18. The panel—hosted by the church’s Interfaith Justice Committee and Am HaYam Cape Cod...
St. Elizabeth's Medical Center landlord says they will fight state takeover plan
The firms that control the real estate of St. Elizabeth's Medical Center in Brighton rejected what they say is the state's low-ball offer for the property and told Gov. Maura Healey that they will "vigorously challenge" her plan to take the land beneath bankrupt Steward Health Care's hospital by eminent domain.
Josh Cellars Founder Joseph Carr Honored by Massachusetts Governor for Dedication to Local Community
Carr’s Philanthropic Support of The Cape Playhouse Fuels Its Ongoing Support of the Arts. Josh Cellars, America’s largest and fastest growing premium table wine, celebrates its founder, Joseph Carr, who was formally acknowledged by Massachusetts Governor Healey for his ongoing contributions to the arts and the local Cape Cod community where he resides.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. could end campaign, endorse Trump by end of week, ABC News reports
NEEDHAM, Mass. — Independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is planning to drop out of the race by the end of the week, sources familiar with the decision tell ABC News. Kennedy is scheduled to speak Friday "about the present historical moment and his path forward," his campaign...
After last year’s disruptions, Saint Anthony’s Feast tells under-21 visitors to come with an adult
Boston’s Historic North End will host its annual Saint Anthony’s Feast this weekend to honor the patrons St. Anthony and St. Lucy with colorful parades, religious services and an abundance of Italian and American food. The festival, which attracts hundreds of thousands of attendees, kicks off this Thursday....
Todd Farm ordered to stop making fried dough, food operations on hold pending inspection
ROWLEY — Todd Farm has recently come under scrutiny due to possible food vendor non-compliance issues at its car shows this summer. Just over two weeks ago, someone issued a complaint about fried dough sold at a recent car show. The health department has now ordered Todd Farm to stop making it.
10 Years Ago, One of the Biggest Stories in New England Was About Market Basket and Loyalty
There are very few times that I go into Market Basket and don't think about the incredible display of loyalty that the employees showed 10 years ago this summer. In the summer of 2014, Market Basket's Board of Directors decided to fire Artie T. Demoulas. The next day, many employees started to strike due to loyalty with Artie T. and demanded that he be reinstated as CEO. Every media outlet gave the same story, stating that it was a family fight between two of the store's big bosses: cousins Artie T. Demoulas and Arthur S. Demoulas, grandsons of Arthur Demoulas, a Greek immigrant who founded the chain years ago.
3 men indicted in connection with ‘execution-style’ shooting at Brockton restaurant
A Plymouth County Grand Jury on Wednesday indicted three men in connection with what prosecutors called a “brazen” shooting inside a Brockton restaurant that left a 22-year-old man dead. Jamal Bazile, 18, of Brockton, was indicted on charges of murder, possession of a firearm, possession of ammunition, carrying...
802Opportunity is a “lifesaver” for Vermont students of all ages
With 802Opportunity, thousands of Vermonters have been able to earn college degrees, certificates, or credentials, all tuition-free at Community College of Vermont. Four recent students talk about how the 802Opportunity promise allowed them to rise above poverty, pivot, and pursue their dreams. Read the story on VTDigger here: 802Opportunity is a “lifesaver” for Vermont students of all ages.
Surry Mountain Lake beach reopens after meeting state water quality standards
SURRY, N.H. (MyKeeneNow) – Surry Mountain Lake Beach has officially reopened for swimming after recent tests confirmed that the water quality meets New Hampshire’s safety standards. The lake had been closed temporarily due to concerns over elevated bacteria levels. The closure, which occurred after routine testing detected slightly...
Former New Hampshire Senator Escalates Legal Battle
Former New Hampshire Senator Andy Sanborn’s legal fights have taken another dramatic twist as he steps up his battle with the state’s Attorney General, John Formella. Sanborn, who faces accusations of COVID relief fraud and is under orders to sell his Concord Casino, raised the stakes when he filed a new civil lawsuit against New Hampshire’s top law enforcement official.
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