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Three Columbian citizens residing in New York arrested for alleged crimes in Massachusetts; appear to be connected to International Theft Group
Three people believed to be part of a large-scale theft ring have been arrested for alleged crimes in Massachusetts. According to police, on Thursday, July 11, Braintree Police Detectives arrested three individuals on various charges in connection with a conspiracy to commit residential burglaries. The suspects appear to be connected to an organized International Theft Group. Also known as South American Theft Groups, these groups are known to use extensive surveillance, GPS technology, surreptitious video feeds, and counter- surveillance to establish patterns of behavior for their prospective victims.
Dover, New Hampshire, Drive Thru Employee Goes Above and Beyond in Awkward Situation
Although using a header that reads 'Dunkin App' seems like this is going to be some kind of ad, it's not. But, quite simply put, customers to any Dunkin around New England and beyond have two ways to make their ordering experience more convenient. Wait in line at the drive...
This Year’s Farm Walk is for the Birds – and the Fun
Matt McAdam mows a path across McDougal Orchards fields in advance of the Springvale Farm Walk. Residents and visitors will have a chance to walk from farm to farm in the agricultural pocket of Springvale during the weekend of July 27 and July 28 to celebrate Maine Open Farm Day.
Broadway Classics on Stage in Sanford
Following the strong audience response to last season’s “100 Years of Broadway,” creator Neil Berg is returning with an all-new show, featuring new songs and an all-new cast, at 7 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 3, at the Sanford Performing Arts Center. “101 Years of Broadway” is a sprawling...
A Return to Sanford for Local Jazz Legends
Sanford native Mike McGinnis returns for a jazz homecoming with fellow SHS alumni. Calling all jazz enthusiasts! Mark your calendars for a night of exceptional music as Sanford native Mike McGinnis returns to his hometown along with a stellar quartet for a performance at the Sanford Unitarian Universalist Church on Friday, July 26th, at 7 pm.
Council Compromises on Flag Policy
At its July 16 meeting, the City Council reviewed its policy on flying commemorative flags as requested by Councilor Jonathan Martell at their last meeting. He had expressed his view that no commemorative flags should be flown at City Hall, as they end up being “controversial and divisive.”. Martel...
Olympic diver Jessica Parratto gives us a tour of her New Hampshire hometown
New Hampshire native Jessica Parratto is headed to the 2024 Paris Olympics. But first, she gave NBC a tour of her hometown. The Olympic diver shared some of her favorite places in Dover, New Hampshire, including popular hotspots. “Growing up, we used to practice at the outdoor pools in the...
'My main goal is to make match play': Holden's Matthew Quinn heads to US Junior Amateur, another golf success in family
It was a close call, but Matthew Quinn qualified to play in the U.S. Junior Amateur. He not only survived a three-player playoff for the last two spots at a qualifier on the Starboard Course at Captains Golf Course in Brewster on June 17, he made the age cutoff by just two days.
Main Street to Close for Car Show
Downtown Sanford will be hopping next Friday night, July 26, with the sounds of Doo-wop, the aroma of barbecue and the flash of chrome. More than 100 vintage cars are expected to line Main Street for Cruising with Friends, a car show organized by Friends of Downtown. Main Street between Washington Street and Winter Street will be closed to car traffic from 4 to 8 pm. A food court will be set up at Main Street Marketplace.
Declan Wucherpfennig Receives Offers from New Hampshire and Loyola Maryland Men’s Basketball Programs
Class of 2025 Bergen Catholic High School (N.J.) wing/forward Declan Wucherpfennig has received an offer from Division I University of New Hampshire Wildcats and Loyola University Maryland Men’s basketball programs, yesterday he wrote on x. Additionally, the 6-foot-7 rising senior holds offers from D-1 NJIT, Hofstra, Fairfield, Siena, Bryant,...
Spaulding Academy & Family Services principal and director of special education honored as emerging leader of special education
NORTHFIELD — Spaulding Academy & Family Services principal and director of special education Garrett Lavallee was recently recognized at the NH Association of Special Education Administrators conference. The conference, held on June 14 in Concord, recognized and awarded special education administrators across the state. Lavallee was honored with the...
New Hampshire hosts global experts on IUU fishing
On a bright Tuesday afternoon, the Pavilion at the Judd Gregg Marine Research Complex at the University of New Hampshire (UNH) was the meeting place for a crucial global issue: combating illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing. Have you listened to this article via the audio player?. If so, send...
Channel Your Inner ‘Happy Gilmore’ in South Berwick, Maine, to Help the Children
The amazing thing about New England is there is constantly some form of help happening throughout the region. During any calendar year, there are charity events to help raise toy donations for Toys for Tots or school supplies for local schools by 'stuffing buses' or 'jamming vans.' There are online auctions or telethons to help raise money for food banks throughout New England.
Myles Blackley, Montclair Immaculate Conception Guard Receives Offer from New Hampshire Wildcats Hoops
Class of 2025 Montclair Immaculate Conception (N.J.) guard Myles Blackley has received an offer from Division I University of New Hampshire Wildcats Men’s basketball team, he recently wrote on X. In addition to the Wildcats’ offer, the 6-foot-5 Summit, N.J., native holds D-1 offers from Fairfield, Bryant, Providence, FDU...
Wildcats Earn 2024 AVCA Team Academic Award
DURHAM, N.H. – The University of New Hampshire volleyball team was named winners of the 2024 AVCA Team Academic Award, sponsored by INTENT, the AVCA announced. The team also earned the additional distinction of AVCA Team Academic Honor Roll, representing the top 20% of GPAs nationally by division. FULL...
Rochester shooting: Jason Levesque indicted on attempted murder charge
DOVER — Jason Levesque of Rochester was indicted Thursday on charges alleging he shot a neighbor six times in April, according to Joachim Barth, assistant Strafford County attorney. Levesque, 44, has been incarcerated since his arrest April 8, four days after the shooting that resulted from a dispute between...
Toxic ‘trash juice’ a problem at four New Hampshire landfills, state regulators say
Litter in and around the landfill. Waste outside of the permitted area. Releases of liquid pollution. Failure to file mandatory reports. These are some of the issues found at four of the state’s active landfills, documented by letters of deficiency sent by the Department of Environmental Services from January to June. Many of the problems […] The post Toxic ‘trash juice’ a problem at four New Hampshire landfills, state regulators say appeared first on New Hampshire Bulletin.
Nosh Hampshire: New kosher cafe brings NY-style bagels to Granite State
Rabbi Berel Slavaticki is used to answering questions about faith, forgiveness and spirituality. He also hears a lot of queries about food. “People said, ‘I can't get a good bagel around here, I can't get a good falafel.’ So we said, you know, let's try to put something together,” the rabbi said.
All-State tennis: Here are Seacoast players honored
For the first time, boys and girls tennis coaches got together in their respective divisions and leagues, to vote and recognize All-State selections for the sport. "I am so pleased that the tennis coaches were able to collaborate and establish a voting system for All-State teams," Dover girls head coach Sue Vitko said, crediting Portsmouth girls head coach Wendy Poutre for spearheading the effort. "It is great to be able to recognize outstanding student-athletes in tennis."
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