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Hurricane Ernesto is Gaining Strength: How Will It Affect Maine, New Hampshire, & Massachusetts?
Until recently, New England rarely had to worry about tropical storms and hurricanes. Over the last few years, we have seen that change, though. In September 2023, we had to deal with a pair of back-to-back storms. While those storms had lost much of their strength by the time they reached New England, they did hit us within days of each other. And after dealing with Debby last weekend, we are getting ready to deal with Ernesto this weekend.
New Hampshire man arrested for attacking victim with 3D-printed knuckles, police say
KEENE, N.H. — A Keene, New Hampshire, man has been arrested after police said he attacked another person with a 3D-printed weapon last month. The New Hampshire State Police said they were notified of an assault at the Otter Brook Dam in Roxbury on the afternoon of July 22.
New research shows how PFAS could be affecting New Hampshire’s nursing moms, babies
A recent study of New Hampshire mothers led by a Dartmouth researcher found that mothers with higher PFAS levels were at greater risk of stopping exclusive breastfeeding early. Experts recommend infants be exclusively breastfed for the first six months because of a number of health benefits. The New Hampshire study, published in May, found the association with shorter breastfeeding durations were “driven largely by PFOA,” or perfluorooctanoate. Those in the highest quarter of PFOA levels had a...
Putney bank robbery prompts active investigation, police seek information
PUTNEY — A bank robbery at M&T Bank on Main Street prompted a swift response from the Windham County Sheriff’s Office after a 911 call alerted deputies to the incident at 9:01 a.m. on Aug. 14. Sergeant Mario Checchi reported that deputies arrived on the scene by 9:05...
Overdose deaths drop in New Hampshire cities as officials warn of powerful synthetic opioid
MANCHESTER, N.H. — As opioid overdoses fall in two New Hampshire cities, emergency officials are issuing a new warning about a strong synthetic drug. Federal officials said that since last summer, they have been monitoring the drug carfentanil, a tranquilizer used for large animals, such as horses. The warning...
Cheshire Medical Searching for New CFO
Cheshire Medical Center in Keene (File photo by Hannah Schroeder/Sentinel Staff) Cheshire Medical Center is looking for a new chief financial officer, following the retirement of that position's predecessor. Dan Gross, the Dartmouth Health affiliate's former chief financial officer, retired in May after holding the position for three years, according...
Vermont Democratic Party investigates potential election interference in Windham County
With the state primary behind us, Vermont’s Democratic Party is now investigating potential election interference in Windham County. The party alleges that anonymous letters attacking a democratic candidate were sent to voters in Guilford days before the election. The anonymous letter largely mentions Zon Eastes, the current Chair of...
Remembering Henry Lee’s legacy of defending Boston’s parks
The Boston Public Garden lost a friend this week. Henry Lee was a pioneer in protecting Boston’s beloved open space. He stood up to a sizable challenge in the 1970s to ward off construction and led Friends of the Public Garden for over 40 years in preserving an iconic piece of Boston’s landscape.
Man leads Antrim Police on high-speed pursuit
ANTRIM, N.H. (MyKeeneNow) – A Hillsboro man is in custody after leading police on a pursuit beginning in Antrim. The Antrim Police Department says an officer was on routine patrol Tuesday night and saw a vehicle run a stop sign at the intersection of Concord Street/Route 202 and Main Street shortly before 9:30 pm. As the vehicle continued north on Clinton Road/Route 31 the officer activated his emergency lights and attempted to pull the vehicle over.
Manchester School District Faces Bus Shortage Weeks Before School Starts
With only three weeks left until the start of the school year, the Manchester School District says it needs more buses. While day-to-day pick-up and drop-off will not be affected, committee members believe the shortage should have been addressed earlier. The district needs to buy up to 10 used school...
UNH Manchester Project Integrates Character Development Into Technical Education
Can learning computing and engineering form character? That’s what a UNH College of Professional Studies team of educators and researchers will investigate over the next three years. Mihaela Sabin, professor of computer science in the College of Professional Studies Manchester division, will collaborate on a project led by Purdue...
New Hampshire Woman Raises Almost $400K for Elderly Vet Taking Care of His Wife With Dementia
This writing comes with a warning: you may burst out into uncontrollable sobs, so break out the tissues. A woman who sometimes helps out at U. S. Gold & Pawn on South Willow Street in Manchester, New Hampshire, Jenelle Marie, got to know Donald, a 90-year-old New Hampshire veteran. Donald came into the pawn shop with some gold jewelry he wanted to pawn so he could pay his medical bills for his wife, who was recently diagnosed with dementia. Donald's landlord also had to raise his rent, so he was in dire straits. Thank GOD he found Jenelle. She started a GoFundMe account, and at of the time of this writing, the GoFundMe contributions are almost $400,000.
Kevin Hebert reflects on 14 years at Spaulding; and why he resigned as AD/football coach
Kevin Hebert will have an interesting choice to make in late October when Spaulding hosts Dover in a Division I football clash in the penultimate game of the regular season. Hebert's son, Ryan, is now a freshman at Dover High School, and Hebert spent the last 14 years at Spaulding, the last six as head football coach. ...
Big-Time Fun Happens With the U.S. Navy Band in Portsmouth, New Hampshire
It's a special Veteran's Night at Prescott Park in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, and you are invited. If you've never heard the United States Navy Band, it's a real treat. They play music from the 1960's right up to current top hits, featuring music by The Eagles, Stevie Wonder, Bob Marley, Harry Styles, Miley Cyrus, and more.
Barnstead police seek man in Dollar General theft
BARNSTEAD — Police are asking for the public’s help in identifying a man suspected of shoplifting from a local Dollar General store. The Barnstead Police Department released a statement requesting assistance in locating a man who allegedly left the store without paying for several items. The incident occurred...
Media Company Amplifies Marginalized Voices
Anthony Payton, owner of Anthony Payton Media in Manchester, learned about business on the streets of Brooklyn in the 1990s—supply and demand, supply chain economics, and networking. The problem, he says, was despite having a loving family, he was selling cocaine and crack. “From a business perspective, my profit...
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