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Attorney for hate group tells justices that government ‘selectively enforcing’ civil rights law
Attorneys for a white supremacist group active in New England told the New Hampshire Supreme Court on Thursday that their hanging of a racist banner in Portsmouth is protected free speech, and that the government is selectively enforcing its Civil Rights Act. In June 2022, members of NSC-131 briefly hung...
Three local projects awarded federal funding
KEENE, N.H. (MyKeeneNow) – Three local projects have been selected to receive federal funding. New Hampshire’s federal delegation announced that $4.1 million dollars from the Northern Border Regional Commission (NBRC) is heading to New Hampshire for seven New Hampshire Catalyst program projects across the state that support economic, educational, and community development projects in rural areas.
Illegal immigrants from 85 countries caught at New England border since fall
The New England region of the U.S.-Canada border has seen a staggering increase in the number of immigrants caught attempting to enter the United States illegally, with people from 85 countries apprehended since last fall. Border Patrol agents in the New Hampshire, Vermont, and eastern upstate New York region intercepted more illegal immigrants in fiscal […]
Lawyers debate YDC abuse verdict; millions in taxpayer money at stake
Parties on either side of the landmark lawsuit over abuse at the state’s juvenile jail remained at an impasse over the fate of a disputed $38 million verdict during a hearing in Rockingham Superior Court on Monday. A jury awarded the historic verdict last month after they sided with...
New Hampshire Supreme Court hears case over racist banner hung over highway
CONCORD, N.H. — The New Hampshire Supreme Court is weighing whether two men who hung a racist banner on an overpass were exercising their free speech rights or violating the state's civil rights law. The New Hampshire attorney general's office prosecuted the men who displayed the banner in July...
New Hampshire teacher says student she drove to abortion clinic was 18, denies law was broken
CONCORD, N.H. (AP) — A private school teacher who says she was fired after driving an 18-year-old student to get an abortion is suing New Hampshire’s Department of Education and officials she says falsely suggested she circumvented state law. New Hampshire law requires parents to receive written notice...
New England College Extends Support to Eastern Nazarene College Students
New England College (NEC) has announced a comprehensive initiative to support students wishing to transfer from Eastern Nazarene College by offering a seamless transition for them to continue their education at NEC. This effort underscores NEC’s commitment to providing quality education and ensuring that Eastern Nazarene College students can pursue their academic goals without interruption.
Dover man charged with threatening presidential candidates found dead as jury deliberated
CONCORD — A Dover man charged with threatening to kill three 2024 presidential candidates has died. Tyler Anderson, 30, had been on trial this week and the case was in the hands of the jury. On Thursday, prosecutors filed a motion to dismiss the indictment against Anderson, stating the "government has learned that...
Italian restaurant with 50-year history closes in Wilmington
An Italian restaurant with roots throughout Middlesex County for about 50 years known for making food in-house has closed its Wilmington location. “It is with heavy hearts that we announce the closure of Cucina LaRosa’s, effective today,” Cucina LaRosa’s wrote in a Facebook post Thursday. “After a decade of serving meals in Billerica and Wilmington, and reflecting on our roots in Winchester during the ‘70s, the time has come to say goodbye.”
Homelessness in Worcester County increases for third straight year
The population of unhoused people in Worcester County grew nearly 20% from 2023 to 2024, exacerbating housing advocates’ fears that it could be a while before homelessness in the region declines. The nonprofit Central Massachusetts Housing Alliance recently released data it gathered in January as part of the U.S....
Video: Some sun, very warm Wednesday before temperatures decline
The summer feel continues today before it cools down to the end the week. There are a couple of shower chances through early on Thursday with more unsettled weather on the way for part of the weekend. Partly sunny, very warm and a bit humid today ahead of a cold...
Manchester Mayor Requesting Money to Operate Shelter
Manchester Mayor Jay Ruais is making a request to the Hillsborough County Board of County Commissioners. He is asking for more than $400,000 to help operate the city’s homeless shelter this winter. Ruais wants to transition the Beech Street Shelter and Engagement Center from a city-led operation to a...
Registration for CMC’s free nurse camp for high school students closes June 30
MANCHESTER, NH – Catholic Medical Center (CMC) is offering an opportunity for local high school students interested in nursing careers. Sponsored by Citizen’s Bank, the first CMC High School Nurse Camp invites students entering grades 9 through 12 to explore the world of nursing through a three-day program happening at the end of July and the beginning of August. Participation is free of charge, but registration closes on June 30, 2024. Space is limited.
CHaD football game has extra meaning for Milford father, son
MANCHESTER, N.H. — This Friday will be a full circle moment for a father and son in the CHaD All-Star football game. Recent Milford graduate Harris Jones played quarterback, tight end and defensive end, which is remarkable, considering his leg was nearly amputated when he was a toddler. His...
Disputed verdict draws both sides back to court in New Hampshire youth detention center abuse case
BRENTWOOD, N.H. — Both sides in a landmark trial over abuse at New Hampshire’s youth detention center returned to the courtroom Monday, seven weeks after jurors delivered what remains an unsettled verdict. A jury awarded $38 million to David Meehan in May but found the state liable for...
Manchester Community College Bids Fond Farewell to President Brian Bicknell
MANCHESTER, NH— After nearly a decade serving in leadership at Manchester Community College, President Brian Bicknell is leaving higher education to continue his life’s work as the new Chief Operating Officer for the Boys and Girls Club of Boston. Dr. Bicknell has served with distinction as the leader of MCC since 2020. Immediately before, he was MCC Vice President of Academic Affairs from 2016 to 2019. Prior to CCSNH, his higher education administrative career included a six-year tenure at Benjamin Franklin Institute of Technology (BFIT) in Boston, as well as leadership roles at Montserrat College of Art and The Boston Conservatory.
School budget cut ends up costing taxpayers more money
MANCHESTER, N.H. – The Manchester Board of School Committee (BOSC) voted to accept their Fiscal Year 2025 budget on Monday, although the inability to receive an amount they had originally requested appears that it will impact the Manchester School District for years to come. The final figure, $227,982,610 was...
CNN debate between Joe Biden, Donald Trump to air on WMUR-TV on Thursday
MANCHESTER, N.H. — CNN is hosting the first presidential debate between President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump this Thursday night and you can see it on WMUR-TV. Coverage begins with an ABC News special at 8 p.m., followed by the debate at 9 p.m. Stay with WMUR-TV...
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