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Why is there no widely available EEE vaccine to protect humans?
BOSTON - Following the death of a man in New Hampshire from the Eastern Equine Encephalitis or EEE virus, many are wondering what they can to do protect themselves from the mosquito-borne disease. While there is a vaccine for animals, there is no widely available one for humans.EEE vaccine for animals but not humansEEE is transmitted by mosquitoes primarily to horses (hence the "equine") and to humans. Currently, there is a vaccine to prevent infections in horses, but there is no government-approved vaccine to prevent illness in humans.Scientists at the National Institute of Health did develop a human EEE vaccine...
No injuries in overnight fire in Manchester, NH
Firefighters battled a blaze in a building in Manchester, New Hampshire, overnight. Manchester firefighters were called to a report of a fire at an address on Lake Avenue shortly after midnight. As they arrived at the scene heavy fire was already engulfing all three floors, and firefighters were informed that two people might be trapped on the third floor.
NH Chronicle: Seagulls Behaving Badly
September 5th, 2024 — Tonight, we head to Hampton Beach, home to beautiful views, great swimming, fried dough, and a lot of seagulls. Sean McDonald takes a deeper look into the misunderstood creatures and hears tales of how crafty they can be. Plus, The Dinnerhorn and the Bratskellar in...
HRCU recognizes EVP and COO Rosemary Shields upon retirement
ROCHESTER – Holy Rosary Credit Union in Rochester, N.H. announces Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer Rosemary Shields is retiring in early September 2024 following 24 years of service. “Over a year ago, Rosemary started to plan her retirement and as bittersweet as it is, I congratulate her on such a remarkable career...
Names to Know: Meet the Seacoast business professionals receiving recognition
Arts In Reach welcomes new Board Members DURHAM — Arts In Reach announced the appointment of three distinguished new members to its Board of Directors. The organization welcomes Andrea Allen, Joseph Keefe, and Francie Osgood to the AIR family. ...
5-year project to recreate 'The Defiant One' enters final stages
LACONIA — Proving true to its name, the spirit of “The Defiant One” persists despite the decay that destroyed its original form. A series of complications have confounded those who took it upon themselves to restore it to its station at Opechee Park. The 36-foot replacement statue is nearing completion and could be standing proudly again as early as this fall.
Another delay for huge Pitco development planned for Concord
Three years after the city first approved the idea, Bow-based Pitco asked for and received another extension on its proposal to build a huge manufacturing facility off Manchester Street in Concord, saying it needs the time to place a conservation easement on 15 acres of the property. The manufacturer of...
Hampton Falls greenlights 72-unit senior condo project at ex-Faro Gardens site on Route 1
The town’s Zoning Board of Adjustment granted all the variances Joe Faro needs to seek final approval from the Planning Board for his plan to build 72 age-restricted condos on his long-vacant Route 1 lot. The board approved the project at its Aug. 22 meeting. Faro’s new plan for...
Portsmouth to hold Residents Day picnic at Prescott Park
PORTSMOUTH — A Residents Day community picnic in the park, hosted by the city Recreation Department in partnership with Prescott Park Arts Festival, will be held Sunday, Sept. 8, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event is free and open to all Portsmouth residents, with live music, lawn games and food available for purchase from The Prop food stand. ...
Carol Coronis returns to Seacoast Artist Association on Friday, Sept. 13
EXETER — As part of their ongoing Second Friday music series, the Seacoast Artist Association in Exeter is hosting Portsmouth’s Carol Coronis on Sept. 13, from 5-7 p.m. Her exuberant performances are well-known on the Seacoast. “Before I was born, I was hearing the jazz and Greek music my dad would play,”...
Dover's Carys Fennessy excited to compete in first LPGA tournament
MANCHESTER, N.H. — Dover High School senior Carys Fennessy will play in her first LPGA tournament Thursday in the FM Championship at TPC Boston. The 17-year-old will compete in the highest level of women's golf against 144 of the best players in the world. Fennessy earned a spot by...
Hampton Beach Seafood Festival returns, Fat Tomato Grill owner honors late son’s dream
We have made it through August and headed into Labor Day weekend, the unofficial end of summer. This week in the restaurant scene we learn everything we need to know about the returning Hampton Beach Seafood Festival, Fat Tomato Grill owner honors late son’s dream, Basil Leaf Thai Cuisine closes temporarily for heartfelt reason, and Smoky Quartz Distillery is leaving Route 1 after 11 years. Hampton Beach Seafood Festival 2024 ...
Video: Mostly sunny Thursday before rain chances increase this weekend
Cooler and less humid air will build in for late week with more sunshine. A round of thunderstorms is possible on Saturday, but most of the holiday weekend looks dry for now. A cooler start to a cooler day overall. Partly sunny and a pleasant feel on Thursday. Look for afternoon highs in the 70s.
Rochester man accused of shooting neighbor has trial date
ROCHESTER — A trial date has been set for a Rochester man accused of shooting his neighbor multiple times. Jason Levesque, 44, has been held without bail since his arrest on April 8, four days after the shooting. On Tuesday, he was back in court for a dispositional hearing, resulting in his trial being set to begin Monday, Nov. 4 with jury selection, according to Assistant Strafford County Attorney Joachim Barth. ...
Gather gets new truck after accident, thanks to community donations
PORTSMOUTH — When Gather’s truck was totaled in a highway accident last spring, the community leapt to the aid of the anti-hunger nonprofit with donations. Now the truck has been replaced. No one was hurt in the accident but the loss of the refrigerated box truck put a spotlight on a critical aspect of Gather’s food access program. ...
First Congo Bluegrass Band to perform at FCC
MEREDITH — The First Congo Bluegrass Band will present the 4th Annual Bluegrass Sunday Service on Sept. 1, at the First Congregational Church in Meredith, beginning at 10 a.m. The inter-generational band features musicians from 10 to 80 years old, as well as full instrumentation with banjo, fiddle, mandolin, guitars, bass, spoons and lots of harmonies in between.
Neighbors Frustrated As 7-Eleven Blasts Opera Music Nonstop
Residents in Manchester, New Hampshire are frustrated with a 7-Eleven that’s been blasting opera music 24/7 for the past few weeks. The store started blasting the music through outdoor speakers to stop loitering out front, but it's also been keeping neighbors awake at night. "My 4-year-old is autistic, and she already has a hard time sleeping, so it's been really difficult for us," neighbor Jennifer Pudder explained. "My hope is that they'll turn it down at night so that people can sleep."
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