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Family of Haverhill Man Who Died in Custody File Federal Suit Against City, Officers

The family of Francis P. Gigliotti II, who died in 2025 while in Haverhill police custody, is asking a federal jury to decide whether the city and police officers violated his civil rights. Family members followed through this week on plans to file suit in U.S. District Court. Attorney Timothy...

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Man arrested after knife threat in Hampton

HAMPTON, NH — Hampton Police officers arrested a Massachusetts man after he allegedly threatened a woman with a knife during an argument on Nov. 7, 2026. Officers responded to the south parking lot along Ocean Boulevard at approximately 11:30 a.m. following a report from a woman who stated that a man had threatened her with a knife.

Hampton, NH · 1d

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Wait... New Hampshire Has Only ONE of Each of These Restaurants?!

Arby's, Cracker Barrel, Shake Shack and more! These 6 popular restaurant chains have just one location in all of New Hampshire. Some of these might surprise you!

New Hampshire · 1d

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‘M Street Millionaire’ and Karoline Leavitt eye selling Hampton Beach properties

Nick Riccio — the “M Street Millionaire” — and his wife, former White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt, are putting several of their Hampton Beach properties up for auction, hoping the move will attract a partner for a sweeping redevelopment vision. Riccio has already drafted conceptual...

Hampton, NH · 1d

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This Little North Shore, Massachusetts Restaurant Combines Traditional Italian Flavors With Classic Roast Beef Sandwiches

One sandwich on this menu goes by the name The Professor. Yes, a roast beef sandwich with an academic title. I believe any sandwich that earns a nickname that serious has something to teach. The beef here is North Shore style, shaved thin and served hot and tender. You can...

North Andover, MA · 7h

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Man arrested on drug trafficking charges in Lawrence

LAWRENCE, MA — A man was arrested on drug trafficking charges Monday after police say he fled from officers and discarded a bag containing more than 100 grams of suspected narcotics at Manchester Street Park. Officers assigned to the Lawrence Police Department’s Community Policing/Quality of Life Task Force were...

Lawrence, MA · 1d

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Haverhill Patrolmen, Merrimack Valley Project Stake Out Opposing Sides on Cameras

Two sides have emerged—for and against the use of Flock Safety and similar cameras—as a Haverhill City Council subcommittee is scheduled to debate placing guardrails on any such surveillance systems. Last week, as WHAV reported, Mayor Melinda E. Barrett’s office said the city asked the company to remove...

Haverhill, MA · 21h

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Rare "Reverse Skunk" Spotted in Massachusetts Backyard

When you think of a striped skunk, the image that immediately comes to mind is a solid black coat split by a stark white stripe. But nature occasionally loves to throw a curveball. Recently, one Essex County resident has been sharing her yard with a much more unusual visitor: a stunning, mostly white skunk with a dark stripe down its back.

Amesbury, MA · 1d

Country Herald

New Hampshire Weather Alert: 90% Rain, Snow Tonight Nov 12-16

Manchester Faces 90% Rain Chances Before Snow Mixes In and Temperatures Drop Into the 20s

Manchester, NH · 16h

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'She was a good girl': Police comfort dog in Massachusetts dies after brief illness

ANDOVER, Mass. (TNND) — A police comfort dog in Massachusetts who brought calm and smiles to officers, students, and community members, died after a brief illness, according to authorities. The Andover Police Department's announced Maggie's death on Sunday, describing her as a beloved partner of Officer Tom Paolera, a...

Andover, MA · 2h

Andover News

Nov. 11 Public Safety Notebook: Chimney Fire Closes Clark Road; Police Investigate Man Claiming to Be Federal Agent

ANDOVER, MA — A chimney fire temporarily closed Clark Road on Wednesday, Nov. 11, while...

Andover, MA · 10h

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New Hampshire Cold Case: Police Seek Tips 31 Years After Double Murder

State police seek answers in the 1995 killings of two elderly sisters inside their Hudson home.

Hudson, NH · 1d

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Haverhill Chamber Plans Networking Night at The Beck Apartments

Greater Haverhill Chamber of Commerce members and guests plan to network and mingle at The Beck apartments next Wednesday night. The free event provides an opportunity to check out the new First Nations Park, take tours and explore The Beck’s walking trail, outdoor seating, large-screen TVs, barbecue grills, pool area and indoor areas, while sampling food and beverages. A disc jockey will be on hand and giveaways are also planned.

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Portsmouth Herald

Exeter says no to downtown paid parking: ‘Not ready for prime time’

EXETER — After hearing strong opposition from residents across three public hearings, the Select Board said the proposed downtown paid‑parking pilot program was “not ready for prime time.” The board said Nov. 9 it would shift its attention to enforcing the current ordinance and improving signage, and send the proposal back to town staff to address community concerns — particularly around downtown resident parking and the potential effects on local businesses and their employees. The one‑year paid‑parking pilot, recommended in a 2024 downtown traffic, parking and pedestrian study by consultant Stantec, would have applied to both on‑street spaces and municipal lots across town. The draft ordinance called for tiered rates for on‑street parking to encourage turnover in front of businesses, and a flat rate for off‑street parking. The first 15 minutes would be free in all parking zones, and drivers would pay by text, call or app. Enforcement would be handled by four part‑time employees. More: Exeter's Park Street Bridge lands on Seven to Save list amid fight over its future Why did the Select Board reject the proposal? Select Board member Dan Chartrand said that based on the input the board received from residents across the public hearings, the

Exeter, NH · 1d

Boston Globe

At a time when many New England colleges are struggling, Merrimack is growing, and sports is one of the reasons why

"We know that we’ve demonstrated that we can be great in these sports and we want to do it for even more students." Add Boston.com as your preferred source on Google to see more of our stories. At a moment when New England colleges are facing headwinds that threaten...

North Andover, MA · 12h

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HAVERHILL ~ MA Housing & Shelter Alliance Launches Supportive Housing for the Homeless

HAVERHILL, Mass. — The Massachusetts Housing & Shelter Alliance (MHSA) today announced the launch of Home & Healthy in Haverhill, a supportive housing pilot designed for people with complex medical histories experiencing chronic homelessness. Developed in collaboration with Eliot Community Human Services (Eliot) and local developer, Ted Ammon, and...

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Haverhill Mayor Barrett Hires Martin as Deputy Chief of Staff

Lillian “Lily” Martin recently joined Haverhill Mayor Melinda E. Barrett’s staff as deputy chief of staff. Martin, a Salisbury native and now of Groveland, most recently served a little more than two years as communications and community engagement manager for the City of Chelsea and previously worked as communications manager and assistant to the mayor of Melrose. She succeeds Josselyn De León-Estrada.

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Hampton Beach Casino project gets extension

The redevelopment of the Hampton Casino complex — with expanded gaming, a new hotel, condominiums and a larger concert venue — has been granted another year to meet the 44 conditions tied to its Planning Board approval. Those conditions require coordination with multiple town departments and agencies, including...

Hampton, NH · 1d

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