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New Hampshire man faces felony charges after discovery of fentanyl
KITTERY, Maine — Officials say a police dog helped track down deadly drugs hidden inside a car in Kittery early Monday morning, leading to the arrest of a New Hampshire man. Local officers were reportedly investigating a suspicious car parked at around 1:45 a.m. near the Kittery Outlets. That's when officials say the officers became suspicious that drugs were hidden inside the vehicle.
Portsmouth 36-unit housing development proposed at historic downtown site
PORTSMOUTH — Developers are proposing a project at the historic former Portsmouth Steam Factory site to convert it into much-needed downtown housing. The project, which is being proposed at 361 Hanover St. “consists of the addition of a new structure and the renovation of the existing commercial building … with the associated and required site improvements,” according to documents filed with the city.
‘It all feels so magical’: New England college students celebrate an LGBTQ prom at Dartmouth
Students from MIT, the University of New Hampshire, and Colby Sawyer College danced under a disco ball and rainbow lights at a first intercollegiate prom for LGBTQ+ students in the New England area this past weekend. The dance, put on by Colby Sawyer College and Dartmouth College, was hosted on...
117 Dover city, school employees paid $100,000-plus in 2023: Here's list of all salaries
DOVER — A look at city-side employee salaries and Dover school employee salaries shows a combined total of 117 people on the payroll earned $100,000 or more in total wages in 2023, with City Manager Michael Joyal Jr. again at the top of the list. The number of $100,000...
Portsmouth council narrowly approves Police Chief Mark Newport's contract with $10K raise
PORTSMOUTH — The City Council, by a vote of 5-3, approved a five-year extension of Police Chief Mark Newport’s employment contract, which includes a hefty increase to his base salary from about $165,000 to $175,000, according to city records. The contract extension, which starts retroactively on Feb. 1,...
Column: York's proposed short-term rental ordinance will be costly in more ways than one
We often hear that in a democracy, it is the people’s government — made for the people, by the people, and answerable to the people. However, this seems to have been lost on the York Selectboard when they waded into addressing their concerns over short-term rentals in York.
York woman on 'Wheel of Fortune' $100K misfortune: 'I'm okay with it'
YORK, Maine — Laura Young feels no regrets about missing her chance to win $100,000 on "Wheel of Fortune" last week. The lifelong fan, who finally got the chance to stand beside the legendary Pat Sajak, faced a challenging Bonus Round puzzle that left her without the big prize.
Rochester shooting victim Kyle Violette remains in critical condition, mother says
ROCHESTER — Kyle Violette, the 37-year-old Rochester man who was shot six times on April 8, remains in critical condition at Boston Medical Center, but his mother says there are signs he is fighting hard for his life. "He is a strong, strong man," said Cyndi Glenn. "He is still not breathing on his own, but he is aware at times and can communicate by writing or using signs. He knows what happened to him and...
Maine Meat's big project with restaurant, Kittery pot shop both approved: What to expect
KITTERY, Maine — Maine Meat has been granted the permits it needs to relocate and expand, adding a restaurant and bar. It's a project that's being hailed as key to the continued growth of the Foreside area downtown. Separately, a retail marijuana business on the Kittery traffic circle has...
Housing in Portsmouth: Shotgun wedding v. match made in heaven: Letters
Housing in Portsmouth: Shotgun wedding v. match made in heaven April 14 — To the Editor: It would be wise for the city of Portsmouth to prioritize the plan for affordable or work-force housing on Lafayette Road which was proposed by the good people of Christ Episcopal Church, and to put the controversial Pannaway...
Portsmouth church redeveloping property to provide affordable housing, child care
PORTSMOUTH, N.H. — A church in Portsmouth is changing around its buildings and property to help address the affordable housing crisis. There is still a lot of work to put into the plans, but officials at the Christ Episcopal Church said they hope to offer their space to help provide affordable housing, child care and a safe place for victims of sexual and domestic violence.
Hampton Beach cleanup: NH DOT says sidewalks, roads will be ready by Memorial Day
HAMPTON — State officials say Ocean Boulevard will be cleared of debris in time for the summer season, with sidewalks fixed by Memorial Day. Brian Schutt, principal engineer at New Hampshire Department of Transportation’s District 6, said the state will be repairing sidewalks on the east side of Ocean Boulevard damaged by storms in January. He said debris, including rocks and sand, remains along the road that winds along the New Hampshire Seacoast.
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