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NH education chief, told changes harm public schools, says he's 'champion of children'
MANCHESTER — After an hour-long public conversation with the commissioner of the New Hampshire Department of Education, school board members in Manchester – the state’s largest school district – remained frustrated by a lack of clear answers and unconvinced that proposed revisions to the state’s minimum standards for public schools, known as the 306s, will improve education in the Granite State. Despite that, the state Board of Education plans to finalize the revisions as soon as next...
Police seek men who robbed group of minors in Salem movie theater parking lot
SALEM, N.H. — Police are looking for two men suspected of assaulting and robbing a group of juveniles outside a Salem movie theater. Three minors were sitting in their car in the Cinemark parking lot off Mall Road around 8:30 p.m. Wednesday when they were suddenly attacked by two masked men armed with guns, police said.
Judge quickly denies request to discard $38 million verdict in New Hampshire youth center abuse case
CONCORD, N.H. (AP) — The judge who oversaw a landmark trial about New Hampshire’s youth detention center has refused to discard the $38 million verdict, saying the facility’s leadership “either knew and didn’t care or didn’t care to learn the truth” about endemic physical and sexual abuse. A jury earlier this month sided with David Meehan, who alleged he was repeatedly raped, beaten and held in solitary confinement at the Youth Development Center in the 1990s. The attorney general’s office is seeking to drastically reduce the award. While that issue remains unsettled, the state also asked Judge Andrew Schulman to...
Food Whisperer: Unique entrees, wine pairings, and attentive staff make for a special night out at The Herb Lyceum
A few months back, I wrote about places to celebrate a special occasion, reviewing two spots in Boston. Of course, there are places closer to Harvard that are also worthy of a visit for a special occasion. I was lucky enough to have the opportunity to enjoy one of those recently, The Herb Lyceum at Gilson’s in Groton.
Video: Quiet evening with sun and clouds expected Friday, spot showers in some areas
Plenty of dry hours are expected between a few showers as we head into the weekend before a bigger warm-up takes hold next week. Partial clearing later tonight as low pressure moves away. Some fog will be possible by tomorrow morning with lows near 50 overnight. Friday looks quieter, with...
May 18 Cone with a Cop at Hayward’s also marks launch of ‘Just in Case’ program, casting a wider safety net for residents
NASHUA, NH – The Nashua Police Department on Thursday announced the launch of the “Just In Case” Program. As many residents are aware the Nashua Police Department currently uses two programs to serve the community: Autism Awareness & Operation Safe Return. While these programs are successful, the police department strives to service a larger segment of the city’s population, as many residents are affected by much more than autism or dementia.
NH Chronicle: Elias Kacavas, a Star on the Rise
Tonight, Manchester's Elias Kacavas' acting career is just starting to take off. The "My Big Fat Greek Wedding 3" star was home for Greek Easter a few weeks ago and Erin Fehlau caught up with him at Central High School, where he says he was inspired to set his sights on Hollywood.
UML Class of ’24 Chancellor’s Medal Award Recipients
UMass Lowell honored the outstanding members of the Class of 2024 at the university’s annual student awards celebration Friday, May 10, as part of Commencement festivities. Student recipients of this year’s Chancellor’s Medals were recognized for their scholastic and athletic achievements, service to others, and their efforts to foster a greater sense of diversity and belonging on campus and in the community. The award winners, along with student government leaders and student Commencement speakers, were recognized at the Chancellor’s Medal Celebration, held at UMass Lowell’s University Crossing.
Residents successfully appeal Zoning Board decision on Archery Lane sober home permit
NASHUA, NH – Based on concerns from neighbors the Zoning Board on Tuesday approved an appeal of a previous administrative decision that issued a building permit for 16 Archery Lane – a single-family residential home– purchased by New Life NH to function as a sober living home.
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