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Portsmouth Apartment Complex Sells for $9.4M, Could Grow to 75 Units
A six-building apartment complex on Lafayette Road in Portsmouth has changed hands for $9.4 million, with the buyer eyeing room to grow the property well beyond its current 39 units. Monarch Village, built in 1955 and freshly renovated in 2023 and 2024, now belongs to Avise Properties, which beat out competing bidders for a foothold in the Seacoast's tight rental market.
Foster's Daily Democrat
Demolition in Dover to make way for 173 housing units, restaurant
DOVER — Demolition of the existing building at 47 Chestnut St. is moving forward, with plans for a mixed-use development on the parcel that will bring more than 170 residential units, plus a restaurant and commercial space. The project was originally approved by the city Planning Board in 2022, and an extension was approved in March 2025. The property was previously home to Family Dollar, a NH State Liquor Store and Iron Empire Gym, but has appeared vacant for years. The project received a demolition permit in early November. This movement follows a delay attributed to financing the project, Francis Bruton of the Bruton & Berube law firm wrote in a request for a project extension filed with the city in the spring of 2025. Details of Dover 47 Chestnut St. project An aerial view of a site plan filed with the city depicts the building to include a restaurant with outdoor seating, a club room, fitness, co-working space and a courtyard closest to the Cochecho River. The application states the mixed-use development will bring 173 residential units, and a restaurant and commercial space on the first floor. The four upper floors would house a mix of studios, one-bedroom and
Foster's Daily Democrat
Dover residents raise warming center safety fears. City responds.
DOVER — The Veterans Hall building at 156 Back River Road will serve as a temporary emergency cold-weather warming center for unhoused people starting Nov. 15. Many neighboring residents are raising security and safety concerns. The temporary location is needed due to construction delays for the new Strafford County warming center being built on County Farm Road. The new center won't be ready for the start of the 2026-2027 season, which runs from mid-November to mid-April. The shelter opens on extremely cold nights or in severe winter storms, as directed by Dover, Rochester and Somersworth leaders. Dec. 15 is the new estimated open date for the new facility, according to city officials and Strafford County Commission Chairman George Maglaras. Until then, if needed, the Veterans Hall building will be used, Dover city officials announced last week. This is a change after city officials had initially announced the McConnell Center cafeteria would be used as the temporary site. Concerns raised by residents around the Veterans Hall include drug use and improper disposal of needles, according to those who reached out to Foster's Daily Democrat and posted in social media. Neighbors also claimed the building isn't adequate for the use and raised
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Ogunquit first responders rescue ailing bald eagle
OGUNQUIT, Maine (WGME) -- Crews stepped in to a help a young bald eagle that appeared to be sick in Ogunquit. On Wednesday, the Ogunquit Fire Department says they received reports that a young bald eagle who hangs around Marginal Way was not acting well. Members of the Ogunquit police...
everafterinthewoods.com
9 New Hampshire Meat Markets Where Quality Cuts Don’t Come With Premium Prices
A machine that tumbles steak tips like a tiny clothes dryer? That’s not something you see behind every butcher counter. And one New Hampshire meat market uses exactly that trick to get its marinades deep into the meat. And that’s just one of the details that caught my attention....
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Southern New Hampshire Ukulele Group Celebrates Inaugural ''Ukesgiving'' as Chosen Charity Ukulele Kids Club Wins Prestigious Global Anthem Award
The Southern New Hampshire Ukulele Group (SNHUG) marked a historic milestone on Friday, November 6, by hosting its first annual "Ukesgiving" celebration ( https://theukc.org/ukesgiving/ ). The event served as a heartfelt expression of gratitude for the group’s years of musical accomplishments, its dedicated network of local supporters, and the enduring power of music and community.
Portsmouth Herald
Exeter Park Street Bridge deemed unfixable; replacement could cost millions
EXETER — Wright-Pierce — the engineering firm hired to evaluate options for the Park Street Bridge — told officials that rehabilitation isn’t feasible, and that any alternative could carry a steep price for the 134‑year‑old span that has long linked Exeter neighborhoods. The Select Board heard from the firm at its Nov. 9 meeting as it weighs options on what to do with the bridge that freight rail company CSX hopes to remove. Residents first petitioned the board four months ago to save the bridge, arguing the crossing is essential for neighborhood connectivity, especially for emergency response and faster access to Exeter Hospital. Without it, they fear response times in critical situations could double. The bridge was closed in February 2025 after part of its wooden deck failed, and subsequent inspections uncovered additional structural steel issues. CSX has cited safety concerns in its push to remove the bridge, but residents continue urging the town to repair and reopen it. Most recently, residents — with town support — successfully advocated to put the bridge on the New Hampshire Preservation Alliance’s Seven to Save list. The nonprofit is dedicated to bringing attention and resources to “threatened” and “endangered” historic properties. Why isn’t