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Sununu mixes positivity with caution at State of the State discussion
read more…: Sununu mixes positivity with caution at State of the State discussionAt the Manchester Chamber of Commerce’s State of the State Conversation presented by Dartmouth Health, New Hampshire Governor Chris Sununu said that the Granite State certainly has challenges but is strong overall.
The other March Madness: NH Maple Weekend reaches its zenith
read more…: The other March Madness: NH Maple Weekend reaches its zenithMaple Weekend is an annual celebration put on by the New Hampshire Maple Producers Association between March 18 and 19 to spur interest in and support New Hampshire maple producers. People truly make a weekend out of it, trying to visit as many sugarbushes as they can; quite the challenge with 157 different sugar bushes in the state.
Police beats Fire in physical Battle of the Badges contest
read more…: Police beats Fire in physical Battle of the Badges contestTeam Police couldn’t find a shutout, but did find a 5-1 victory in the 15th annual Battle of the Badges Hockey Championship sponsored by the Elliot Perry Foundation at SNHU Arena on Saturday afternoon.
27 creative problem-solving teams Advance to NH Destination Imagination State Finals Saturday
read more…: 27 creative problem-solving teams Advance to NH Destination Imagination State Finals SaturdayCreativity, collaboration and problem-solving skills were on display Saturday in Meredith, NH as 43 student teams competed in the final N.H. Destination Imagination Regional Tournaments. The academic tournament showcases team innovation skills that are fundamental for the Future of Work.
Homecoming: Coach Ryan Day on leadership, mental health and rising above the stigma
read more…: Homecoming: Coach Ryan Day on leadership, mental health and rising above the stigmaThe Boys & Girls Club of Manchester (BGCM) held their bi-annual Speakers Series Luncheon on Thursday, March 16 featuring the Club’s Keynote speaker, Ohio State Football’s Head Coach, Ryan Day.
Mayor Craig will not seek fourth term: ‘Time for new leadership’
read more…: Mayor Craig will not seek fourth term: ‘Time for new leadership’On Thursday, Manchester Mayor Joyce Craig announced that she will not seek a fourth term as the mayor of New Hampshire’s largest city.
Updates from Eversource, Unitil: Restoration continues, with about 24,000 still without power
read more…: Updates from Eversource, Unitil: Restoration continues, with about 24,000 still without powerLots of progress by Unitil and Eversource in restoring power to customers after Tuesday’s Nor’easter.
Continuing cancer investigation in Merrimack hinges on funding
read more…: Continuing cancer investigation in Merrimack hinges on fundingThe DHHS Cancer Incidence Report summarizes the findings of a previous report released in December 2021 that showed increased rates of kidney cancer in Merrimack when compared to the rest of New Hampshire during its second phase of investigation. The summary report states DHHS does not currently have the resources to move into a third phase of its investigation.
Snow totals: Just how big was our ‘biggest snowstorm of the season’?
read more…: Snow totals: Just how big was our ‘biggest snowstorm of the season’?We’ve gathered the most recent snow totals as reported by the National Weather Service based on information provided by NWS-trained citizen spotters and/or local municipalities.
About 70K+ NH residents without power as storm winds down, more gusty winds expected
read more…: About 70K+ NH residents without power as storm winds down, more gusty winds expectedOvernight winter emergency parking ban remains in effect in Manchester Tuesday night into Wednesday.
New ‘power coalition’ expects $5.8 million in energy savings for residents of 10 NH towns
read more…: New ‘power coalition’ expects $5.8 million in energy savings for residents of 10 NH townsOn Monday, supporters of the The Community Power Coalition of New Hampshire (CPCNH), also known as Community Power, announced that this May, rate payers will in ten communities will begin to see significant savings on energy costs, with just over two dozen following in the near future.
Up in smoke: Where do Manchester’s recyclables really go?
read more…: Up in smoke: Where do Manchester’s recyclables really go?“One day I was going down into the garage to put my recycling in my car. This lady walked by and asked what I was doing. When I told her, she said, ‘It doesn’t get recycled. It’s a waste of time.’ Two people at my church have said the same thing.”
Spring ahead Sunday: Why do we do Daylight Savings Time, anyway?
read more…: Spring ahead Sunday: Why do we do Daylight Savings Time, anyway?In the circle of life, we’re rounding that familiar bend that leads directly to the time warp. Again. Daylight Savings Time begins this Sunday March 12 at 2 a.m.
Me versus The Grind
read more…: Me versus The GrindThe tattoo is a daily reminder to me that while my condition on earth may be absurd, it’s ultimately up to me what I decide to make of it. By acknowledging this absurdity, I can choose to embrace the Grinds, laugh at them, scorn them, whatever it takes to carve out my own meaning and find that elusive happiness.
Variance approved for upcoming Pearl Street housing development
read more…: Variance approved for upcoming Pearl Street housing developmentOn Thursday, the Manchester Zoning Board of Appeals unanimously approved a variance for the proposed Orange and Pearl Street lot housing development, allowing the upcoming development to build 366 dwelling units, which will include units classified as affordable housing.
Mayor releases proposed fiscal year ’24 budgets
read more…: Mayor releases proposed fiscal year ’24 budgetsOn Tuesday, Mayor Joyce Craig delivered her Fiscal Year 2024 budget address presenting a budget that falls below the tax cap. Manchester’s FY24 tax cap is 4.96%, however Mayor Craig’s budget is far less at 3.37%. Mayor Craig’s budget provides $8.1 million in additional property tax revenue, with approximately $2.5 million allocated to the City and $5.6 million allocated to Manchester School District.
Legislators hear testimony on bill prohibiting youth gender transition procedures
read more…: Legislators hear testimony on bill prohibiting youth gender transition proceduresActivists filled the state house on Tuesday for a public hearing of the New Hampshire House of Representatives Committee on Health, Human Services and Elderly Affairs on HB 619, a bill that would prohibit gender transition procedures for minors.
Legislators grapple on transparency versus privacy for teacher salaries
read more…: Legislators grapple on transparency versus privacy for teacher salariesHere’s a recap of what went down during a series of executive sessions in the New Hampshire House of Representatives Education Committee on Monday, March 6, 2023.