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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...
Recently discovered remains of 7 veterans given military funeral
BOSCAWEN, N.H. — A military funeral was held Wednesday at New Hampshire's Veterans Cemetery for servicemembers whose remains were discovered after a funeral home shut down. The remains of the seven veterans had been unclaimed for decades. "To me, it's just a story about seven men that were left...
Springfield man faces multiple charges after pursuit, collision
SPRINGFIELD — A Springfield man was taken into custody on Sunday after a series of traffic-related offenses, including driving under the influence and fleeing from an accident scene, according to the Springfield Police Department. Lester Anderson is charged with driving under the influence, criminal refusal, leaving the scene of...
Springfield police seize machine gun, marijuana from car
SPRINGFIELD — Police officers in Springfield arrested two individuals and seized a loaded machine gun along with marijuana following a traffic stop on the night of April 19. The incident occurred shortly after 8:15 p.m. when an officer spotted a driver, identified as Randy Perez-Coiscou, 21, running a stop sign at the intersection of Adams Street and Dwight Street Extension.
Upper Valley winter shelters kept dozens warm and dry
This story was originally produced by the Valley News. NHPR is republishing it in partnership with the Granite State News Collaborative. Organizers of two new emergency shelters, which kept dozens of Upper Valley residents off the streets this winter, are reflecting on the season and sorting out how to continue the service.
Incarcerated man dies in palliative care at New Hampshire facility
Roy Patten, 73, had been taken from Southern State Correctional Facility in Springfield to the Springfield Hospital emergency department “after exhibiting signs of medical distress” earlier this month, corrections officials said. Read the story on VTDigger here: Incarcerated man dies in palliative care at New Hampshire facility .
NH community colleges offer free classes in ‘Summer’s on Us’ program
CLAREMONT, N.H. (WCAX) - A program from the Community College System of New Hampshire offers students a chance to get a jump-start on their coursework at a great price. River Valley Community College in Claremont, New Hampshire, has started its “Summer’s on Us” program. It offers students two free classes this summer if they are enrolled for at least nine credits in the fall.
The Chester Students’ Miscellany
Below is from the May 1, 1854, The Chester Students’ Miscellany newspaper. It was published by Chester Academy students. This is Route 35. In part, it reads:. “…But it was not our object to describe all of the scenery of Chester, but to attempt a description of one of its natural curiosities. ‘The Gulf’ as it is called is a deep cleft in the hills between Chester and Grafton. It seems to be a place where in some convulsion of nature, the hills have been cleft asunder down to their very base, and some good people say it was made so just on purpose for a road, at least there is a very good road through it now, at no inconsiderable expense.
Springfield man cited for trespass, theft at Shaw’s Supermarket
SPRINGFIELD — A local man was cited on charges of unlawful trespass and retail theft following an incident at Shaw’s Supermarket, police reported. Brandon Heist is accused of stealing items and violating a no-trespass order at the supermarket located in the Springfield Plaza on April 10. Officer Singleton...
Baby farm animal celebration provides opportunity to meet the animals
Saturday, April 27 at 10 a.m.—WOODSTOCK—The baby farm animal celebration at Billings Farm and Museum, 69 Old River Road, Woodstock is an event that provides fun, education, and the opportunity to meet the animals up close. Jersey calves, piglets, and […] Read More The post Baby farm animal celebration provides opportunity to meet the animals appeared first on The Mountain Times.
Antiques appraisal and fundraiser in Bellows Falls
BELLOWS FALLS, Vt. – Treasure or trash? Collectors will be able to find out if that family heirloom grandma passed along is worth hanging onto at an antiques and uniques appraisal event Sunday, May 5, in Bellows Falls. The fundraiser runs from 1-5 p.m., at the United Church on...
Kurn Hattin announces new staff appointments
WESTMINSTER, Vt. – Kurn Hattin Homes for Children is pleased to announce several new staff additions during the first quarter of 2024. These changes represent a continuous focus on developing and strengthening the team that provides valuable services to the children who live and learn at the Homes. Catherine...
VHFA awards $40 million for affordable housing
Rutland and Woodstock are two of the five communities selected for apartment developments The Vermont Housing Finance Agency (VHFA) Board of Commissioners announced April 15, that its annual award of federal housing tax credits will support the construction of 156 […] Read More The post VHFA awards $40 million for affordable housing appeared first on The Mountain Times.
Little Mexico serves up big flavor at Okemo Marketplace
LUDLOW, Vt. – Last July, restaurateur Oscar Torres was ready to move forward with opening his new venture, Little Mexico, in Ludlow, Vt. He excitedly signed the lease to take over a vacant space in the Okemo Marketplace Plaza, a prime location at the base of Okemo Mountain Ski Resort.
Kurn Hattin Homes for Children fined for water system violations
Vermont’s Agency of Natural Resources said the organization has not completed a mandatory testing of its water filter vessels since 2022, and the system’s operation and maintenance manual was outdated. Read the story on VTDigger here: Kurn Hattin Homes for Children fined for water system violations.
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