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2024 Data Reveals Most Popular New Hampshire Ice Cream Stand in the State
At the time of this writing, it is National Vanilla Ice Cream day, so it seems appropriate to have this pop up in your feed. But shouldn't every day be ice cream day? I sure think so. New Hampshire Loves Ice Cream. New Hampshire may be a small state, but...
6 New Hampshire Towns That Are Some of the Hardest to Pronounce in America
According to Reader's Digest, the town of Milan, New Hampshire was named as one of the hardest to pronounce in all of the U.S.A., but really? We have many, many other town names that are much harder,. Milan, pronounced, MY-lin, not like the Italian city, isn't technically what people from...
Do You Know About the Lake Winnipesaukee Mystery Stone in New Hampshire?
We all know the largest lake in New Hampshire: Lake Winnipesaukee. It is home to so many summer memories for a lot of Granite State families, and some outside state guests. But it's not just a gorgeous family and friends summer destination. There is also some really cool, unknown history linked to Lake Winnipesaukee. And it all stems from this four-by-two-inch artifact:
LGBTQ+ and Save Forest Lake Supporters Protest at Council Meeting at The Rocks Estate
BETHLEHEM – The Executive Council was greeted for its meeting at The Rocks Estate Wednesday by supporters of the Save Forest Lake Association which is fighting landfill siting issues and a local family backing LGBTQ+ rights concerned about recent action by Gov. Chris Sununu. The summer meeting on the...
Temporary lane closures on Route 25 in Sandwich-Tamworth will impact road users for several days
CONCORD — The New Hampshire Department of Transportation will begin daytime road work on NH Route 25, eastbound and westbound, from Vittum Hill Road in Sandwich to Lords Hill Road in Tamworth on Thursday, July 25. Weather permitting crack sealing, guardrail repair, and shoulder graveling work will require temporary...
Slow Down, Bub! New Hampshire State Police Are Cracking Down on Speeders
Recently, public officials and New Hampshire police officers have convened to launch a new, strict policy on speeders in the state. They are citing the number of crashes, up 10% from last year, according to WMUR, and that New Hampshire is one of the highest in the nation for deadly crashes and alcohol impairment.
N.H. state officials reject petition to ban rafting on Lake Winnipesaukee, what to know
Boaters will still be able to head to Lake Winnipesaukee to raft in Braun Bay. Some Moultonborough residents in New Hampshire filed a position to stop boat-rafting and curb the amount of noise from Braun Bay on Lake Winnipesaukee. But, the New Hampshire safety commission rejected the petition. This story essentially involves two...
A new law will help some NH schools access local food
A bill signed into law this month will assist school districts in purchasing local foods for school meals. House Bill 1678 creates a two-year, state-run pilot program providing schools both financial and technical assistance in implementing a farm-to-school program. The pilot will receive support from NH Farm to School, a program through the...
Idaho is an Island in an Ocean of Drunkenness
Credit the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. Idaho is among the least inebriated states in America. Utah is the least drunken state in the country. What do they have in common aside from geography? A culture defined by the proximity of the LDS Church. Some of the other...
New Hampshire Electric Cooperative offers optional renewable energy rate
PLYMOUTH – New Hampshire Electric Cooperative now offers an optional renewable energy rate for members who wish to support the development of renewable energy in the region. Members who enroll in the renewable energy rate have the choice to purchase co-op power with 50% or 100% renewable attributes. For the Aug. 1 to Jan. 31 rate period, the 50% renewable option is 1.861 cents more per kWh than the basic rate. The 100% renewable option is 3.861 cents more per kWh than the basic rate paid by most members. The added revenue received will be used by NHEC to purchase renewable energy certificates, which are a way to account for and encourage renewable energy production and use.
Read & Win program brings communities together
For The Weekly NewsTOPSFIELD — This summer, the Topsfield Fair is again partnering with libraries in Essex and Middlesex counties and southern New Hampshire to promote its Read & Win program. Each library sets a goal for elementary-school children in their communities, encouraging them to read library books. Students in kindergarten through sixth grade who reach their reading goal will […] The post Read & Win program brings communities together appeared first on Itemlive.
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, in NH, touts Kamala Harris and 'new sense of energy'
NASHUA — Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer said Vice President Kamala Harris “should be bold” when choosing her running mate. While the two-term governor is one of at least seven Democrats being vetted by the Harris campaign, she has repeatedly said that she not interested in the position. She reiterated that to reporters on Thursday in New Hampshire, saying she’s “not going anywhere” and remains committed to her role as Michigan’s governor. ...
Legal Briefs: News from Around NH
Shaheen & Gordon, P.A. has welcomed attorney Austin M. Mikolaities to the firm’s business law and real estate groups, based out of the firm’s Dover office. Mikolaities’ practice focuses on complex corporate transactions, including purchase and sales, mergers and acquisitions, 1031 exchanges, membership interest transfers and stock/asset sales. He has knowledge of commercial transactions, commercial leasing and entity formation, and seeks to build lasting client relationships by providing ongoing legal guidance for businesses.
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