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Artist selected to create Christa McAuliffe State House memorial sculpture

Monday, June 10, 2024Monday, December 11, 2023

Mr. Victor was selected by the Commission as a result of his litany of previous high-profile sculpture work. He is the youngest artist to have a sculpture placed in the United States Capital National Statuary Hall and is currently the only living artist with three sculptures located in the Statuary Hall, featuring Sarah Winnemucca, Dr. Norman Borlaug, and Chief Standing Bear.

Amid push for online gambling, charitable gaming advocates see threat

Sunday, June 16, 2024Wednesday, April 26, 2023

Online poker is illegal in New Hampshire, and most of the rest of the United States. But many find ways to do it anyway, experts say.

Bill would give tenants evicted for renovations an extra 30 days

Tuesday, June 11, 2024Monday, April 11, 2022

Sullivan and Craig spar at Chamber debate

Monday, June 10, 2024Wednesday, October 20, 2021

Two contrasting visions of Manchester took the stage at the New Hampshire Institute of Politics at Saint Anselm College on Wednesday afternoon as mayoral candidates Joyce Craig and Victoria Sullivan squared off in a debate hosted by the Greater Manchester Chamber of Commerce.

New Hampshire’s vaccine van is ready to roll out shots

Tuesday, June 11, 2024Monday, August 2, 2021

Now the shot is coming to fairs, farmers markets and other community events, including the North Haverhill Fair last weekend. The van’s deployment, and subsequent shots, are free of charge, with Moderna, Pfizer, and Johnson & Johnson vaccines all offered.

Porcfest breaks attendance record

Sunday, June 16, 2024Tuesday, June 29, 2021

The Free State Project’s 18th annual Porcupine Freedom Festival was a sell-out this year with 2,500 tickets sold, eclipsing the previous record of 1,800 for the event.

Thirsty Moose gets tentative okay for Merrimack Street seating

Monday, June 10, 2024Tuesday, March 2, 2021

On Monday night, the Manchester Board of Mayor and Aldermen (BMA) Committee on Public Safety, Health and Traffic recommended a proposal that would allow six picnic tables next to the Thirsty Moose, replacing parking spots on Merrimack Street.

Should NH require towns to allow tiny houses?

Sunday, June 16, 2024Saturday, February 20, 2021

Supporters envision a future where tiny house aficionados flock to New Hampshire, bolstering our workforce. Opponents are concerned about the erosion of local control and property values.

State awards $11.5M in grants to concert halls and stadiums, as winter brings fresh concerns

Sunday, June 16, 2024Friday, November 6, 2020

The state is awarding $11.5 million to live music venues, stadiums and theaters as they face financial losses and an uncertain winter of cancelled and limited performances due to the pandemic, including four Manchester venues.

Restaurants will ask patrons for contact info to combat COVID starting Saturday

Monday, June 10, 2024Thursday, October 29, 2020

Starting this Saturday, restaurants will ask patrons for contact information as the state continues to see an uptick in cases of COVID-19.

Restaurants suggest customer registry to help track COVID-19

Monday, June 10, 2024Thursday, October 29, 2020

The restaurant industry is proposing a registry of customers be kept for 21 days to help in future contact tracing for COVID-19 if needed.

Reopening Task Force: Solo artists allowed to perform live; COVID-19 cases on the rise

Monday, June 10, 2024Thursday, October 8, 2020

COVID-19 silenced the stages inside restaurants, bars, and hotels across the state in March and it has been particularly hard on those who make their livings on playing these gigs.

UMass Poll: Clam chowder more popular than any candidate among NH voters

Tuesday, June 11, 2024Tuesday, September 29, 2020

New polling data released by the University of Massachusetts at Lowell’s Center for Public Opinion and YouGov holds good news for Joe Biden, Chris Sununu, Jeanne Shaheen, Hannaford supermarkets and of course, clam chowder.

Charter Commission officially resubmits amendments

Monday, June 10, 2024Friday, August 7, 2020

On Thursday, the Manchester School District Charter Commission re-approved a set of proposed amendments to the Manchester City Charter relating to the Manchester School District.

According to NH Attorney General’s office most common COVID-19 complaint concerns restaurants

Tuesday, June 11, 2024Friday, June 26, 2020

Through a right-to-know request, NHPR has discovered that the office has received more than 150 complaints since May 21 related to businesses in breach of COVID-19 guidelines. The most frequent complaint revolves around masks and social distancing at restaurants.

Need a weekend getaway? NH Division of Travel and Tourism offers virtual experiences for travelers

Tuesday, June 11, 2024Friday, April 10, 2020

The Division of Travel and Tourism Development highlights virtual tours of Granite State’s iconic destinations and experiences and highlights take-out restaurant options on VisitNH.gov.

NHDOT seeks feedback from bicyclists, pedestrians

Monday, January 20, 2025Wednesday, September 11, 2019

On Sept. 24, at 6 p.m. the Manchester Library will host one of eight public meetings across the state on the plan in coordination with the Southern New Hampshire Regional Planning Commission.

CDC issues warning after outbreak of vaping-related illnesses

Monday, January 20, 2025Sunday, September 1, 2019

New Hampshire does not have any cases under investigation or confirmed, according to NH DHHS.

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