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Man shot in Dorchester; 19-year-old arrested
A man was injured in a shooting in Boston's Dorchester neighborhood Saturday night, and a 19-year-old is facing charges. Boston police say officers responded around 9:55 p.m. to the area of Castlegate Road and Normandy Street for a report of a person shot and found one victim suffering from a gunshot wound.
2 Mass. women arrested after alleged theft at NH outlet mall, confrontation with police
Two women from Massachusetts were arrested in New Hampshire after allegedly attempting to steal from a New Hampshire outlet mall on Saturday before they got into a confrontation with police, officials say.
6 people rescued after fire breaks out on fishing vessel off New Hampshire coast
PORTSMOUTH, New Hampshire (WGME) -- The U.S. Coast Guard says they rescued six people after a boat fire led to them abandoning ship off the coast of Portsmouth, New Hampshire, on Sunday. The 81-ft fishing vessel named Three Girls had four crew members, the captain, and a NOAA observer onboard...
Legionnaires’ disease source may be contaminated water droplets near a resort, NH officials say
Five people who developed Legionnaires' disease in Lincoln, New Hampshire, may have been exposed to contaminated water droplets from a cooling tower behind a resort, the state health department said Monday.
Historic Ladd-Gilman House in Exeter receives $8,275 grant for restoration
EXETER — The Society of Colonial Wars in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts has awarded the American Independence Museum an $8,275 grant to help restore the historic Ladd-Gilman House. The grant will specifically fund repairs to basement doors and restoration of basement door frames, parts of which are rotted and require replacement. “We are honored...
2 suspects tracked from NH to CT following theft of $50,000 worth of iPhones
EAST HARTFORD, CT (WFSB) - Thieves who stole $50,000 worth of iPhones from a store in New Hampshire were tracked to Connecticut and arrested, according to state police. Troopers said on Monday that they were contacted to help find the suspects’ vehicle following the thefts from Plaistow, NH. “It...
Nashua woman arrested for stealing more than $80K from organization she worked for, police say
NASHUA, N.H. — A New Hampshire woman is in custody after allegedly stealing more than $80,000 from the organization she worked for. The Nashua Police Department said 46-year-old Jillian Anderson of Nashua was arrested on Friday on a felony warrant for theft by unauthorized taking in excess of $1,500.
UNH study shows cities are embracing vertical architecture
MANCHESTER, N.H. — A recent study by the University of New Hampshire found that cities are shifting toward vertical architecture. Analyzing three decades of global satellite data, UNH researchers discovered that urban growth patterns can influence residents’ lifestyles and impact the environment. One positive outcome is the potential...
Beech Street Football Club working with underprivileged athletes from Manchester, Concord
MANCHESTER, N.H. — A former professional soccer player from Concord helped establish a new club with the goal of spreading the love of the game. Former Austin FC II player Chris Pinkham is co-founder of Beech Street Football Club, the area's newest soccer team. The club consists of players from kindergarten to adults in their 30s and all those who try out to make the cut.
City Council considers new building height limit in Concord
CONCORD, N.H. — For some Granite Staters, the gilded State House dome is Concord's calling card. "It's a landmark. You grow up, and you pass them by. You always see it from the highway," Bill Woodman said. However, a growing city sometimes means new development overshadowing old priorities. "As...
Elie’s Auto Service: serving customers for nearly 20 years in Hingham Centre
Elie Yazbeck, owner of Elie’s Auto Service in Hingham Centre for the past 19 years, has enjoyed working with his hands since he was a child growing up in Lebanon. Next February will be his 20th year in business at 9 Short Street. “My father was in construction, so...
New report shows how state lagged behind on clearing rape kit backlog
The state delayed processing thousands of previously untested sexual assault evidence collection kits in 2021. A new report from the Massachusetts state auditor shows the State Police crime lab didn’t review thousands of previously untested rape kits within 90 days after a new law went into affect in 2021 that required the lab to eliminate the backlog of evidence.
Focused on Dogs, Local Farms, ‘Woofstock’ Sept. 14 at Chris’s Farm Stand in Haverhill
The inaugural Haverhill “Woofstock,” a community event celebrating a love for dogs and local farms alike, promises to bring a day of joy, companionship and community spirit next month. Haverhill’s Woofstock, inspired by Cyndie Morgan’s beloved dog Nigel, originally named Bark in the Park, is a day of...
Brockton Hospital to reopen Tuesday after fire caused 18-month closure
Brockton Hospital will reopen this week following an 18-month closure caused by a massive electrical fire early last year that shocked patients and staff. Signature Healthcare Brockton Hospital, which will open back up on Tuesday, announced there will be an updated emergency department with a 12-unit behavioral health triage unit and a new outpatient surgical facility among other improvements.
Maple syrup farm stand thief found, police say
WHITINGHAM, Vt. (WCAX) - Police say they have found the person who was caught on camera stealing from a maple syrup farm stand in Whitingham. Vermont State Police say tips from the public helped them identify and arrest Carolyn Gagliarducci, 63, of Readsboro, for multiple thefts from a self-service maple syrup farm stand on Corse Road.
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