New Hampshire Most Wanted Fugitive arrested after 17-month hunt, authorities sayWMUR.com1 DAY AGO
'True monsters exist out in the world': Man serving life for raping, killing his high school teacher as a teen, admits to attacking youth services workerLaw & Crime1 DAY AGO
LEAF Charter School in Alstead closing permanently, files for bankruptcyNHPR1 DAY AGO
LATEST NEWS
New Hampshire Most Wanted Fugitive arrested after 17-month hunt, authorities say
GOSHEN, N.H. — The New Hampshire Most Wanted Fugitive was arrested after a 17-month hunt, authorities said. >> Story in player above is from previous story <<. The U.S. Marshals Service said Aaron Butler, 34, was arrested on Tuesday in Goshen. He was wanted on state arrest warrants for felony possession of a firearm, armed career criminal and unlawful sale of fentanyl, methamphetamine and cocaine.
LEAF Charter School in Alstead closing permanently, files for bankruptcy
This story was originally produced by The Keene Sentinel. NHPR is republishing it in partnership with the Granite State News Collaborative. A charter school in Alstead has filed for bankruptcy and announced its closure, according to documents in federal court and a letter to its community members. A letter Becky...
Police investigate Bellows Falls credit card theft
BELLOWS FALLS, Vt. (WCAX) - Authorities are searching for two suspects involved in a credit card theft. The Vermont State Police say credit cards were stolen out of a car at the Bellows Falls Country Club on Tuesday, April 16th and that the cards were then used to make purchases at multiple stores in Rockingham, Bellows Falls, Springfield, Chester, and Walpole.
Featured pet: Shawn
SPRINGFIELD, Vt. – Shawn is a handsome, 6-year-old lop looking for an indoor home to call all his own. Shawn loves his veggies and fruits. He is very good about using his litter box. He is a bit shy, as most rabbits are, so would do best in a rabbit-experienced home. If you can give Shawn a loving home in his golden years, stop by Wednesday-Saturday, from 12-4 p.m., or call 802-885-3997 for more information.
Chester Fishing Derby
CHESTER, Vt. – The Chester Rod and Gun Club will sponsor the annual Children’s Fishing Derby on Saturday, May 11, from 9 a.m. – 11 a.m., at the Chester Reservoir. Children 12 years old and younger may participate in the event, and must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. The Children’s Fishing Derby is hosted each year with the cooperation and assistance of the Vermont Department of Fish and Wildlife. The reservoir will be stocked with trout shortly before the event. Prizes will be awarded to the lucky anglers who catch the first fish, the longest fish, and the first to catch their limit of five fish. For additional information, please contact George Wilson at 802-236-1746.
“Faces of Mass Incarceration” at Gallery at the VAULT
SPRINGFIELD, Vt. – Gallery at the VAULT presents “Faces of Mass Incarceration” by Rein Kolts, from May 3-24. This show is a moving collection of portraits accompanied by poetry and short prose from men imprisoned at Southern State Correctional Facility (SSCF) in Springfield, Vt. The artist, Rein Kolts, is himself an inmate at SSCF.
Woman found stabbed to death in western New Hampshire in 1980s; killing unsolved
UNITY, N.H. — The death of a 27-year-old woman found in West Unity remains unsolved after 37 years. Eva Morse was last seen on the morning of July 10, 1985, hitchhiking on Route 12 in North Charlestown. Her body was found the next year on April 25, 1985, in...
Springfield police arrest juveniles for car break-in
SPRINGFIELD — Two juveniles were arrested early Thursday after Springfield Police Officers caught them breaking into a Hyundai on King St. At around 2:00 a.m., officers noticed the suspects attempting to enter the vehicle. When the juveniles spotted the police, they fled the scene. Police observed damage to the...
Kayla Bapp graduates from Snelling Center Early Childhood Institute
NORTH SPRINGFIELD, Vt. – The Snelling Center for Government is pleased to announce that Kayla Bapp of North Springfield has graduated from the Early Childhood Leadership Institute. The Class of 2024 celebrated with family members, colleagues, and friends in attendance at graduation on April 13, at Burke Mountain Resort.
Route 202 in Jaffrey back open after head-on crash involving dump truck
JAFFREY, N.H. — Route 202 in Jaffrey was closed Wednesday after a head-on crash involving a dump truck. Officials said Route 202 was closed at Nutting Road after the 1 p.m. crash. The road was reopened before 3:30 p.m. Few details were available, but officials said there were serious...
Polky at Next Stage
PUTNEY, Vt. – Next Stage Arts Project and Twilight Music present Eastern European folk/Polish traditional/global roots music ensemble Polky, at Next Stage on Saturday, May 4, at 7:30 p.m. Toronto-based Polky, featuring 2022 Canadian Folk Music Awards “Traditional Singer of The Year” winner Ewelina Ferenc and suka (lap fiddle)...
Claremont City Council votes to remove former police officer Jon Stone from city boards
The Claremont City Council voted Wednesday night to remove a man from multiple committees after years-old allegations came to light. Former police officer and state representative Jon Stone is accused of making violent threats and having an inappropriate relationship with a teenager while serving on the police force. Recently unsealed...
Welcome to NewsBreak, an open platform where diverse perspectives converge. Most of our content comes from established publications and journalists, as well as from our extensive network of tens of thousands of creators who contribute to our platform. We empower individuals to share insightful viewpoints through short posts and comments. It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency: our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. We strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation. Join us in shaping the news narrative together.