Central High School announces Q3 Honor Roll
read more…: Central High School announces Q3 Honor RollCentral High School’s Q3 honor roll students announced.
Civics
News about government, military, law enforcement, emergency services, and education.
Coming soon: Livingston Park to open modern and welcoming ‘Playground for All’
read more…: Coming soon: Livingston Park to open modern and welcoming ‘Playground for All’The inclusive playground design incorporates various play styles and energy levels, ensuring every child can find an activity that resonates with them.
April 28: Daytime work at Bedford tolls will make way for new all-electronic tolling set-up
read more…: April 28: Daytime work at Bedford tolls will make way for new all-electronic tolling set-upThe New Hampshire Department of Transportation (NHDOT) will begin the first phase of new construction work on the F.E. Everett Turnpike Northbound and Southbound at the Bedford Tolls starting Monday, April 28, 2025, through June 15, 2025.
Downtown sidewalk charette generates ideas for Art District rejuvenation
read more…: Downtown sidewalk charette generates ideas for Art District rejuvenationSidewalks! But not just any sidewalks. Sidewalks that make you know that you’re in Manchester. That, and other ideas, concepts and other discussion points on how to improve the heart of Manchester’s downtown area in a charette at the Palace Theatre’s Spotlight Room.
Manchester man pleads guilty to robbing credit union while on federal supervised release
read more…: Manchester man pleads guilty to robbing credit union while on federal supervised releaseA Manchester man and former resident of New York pleaded guilty in federal court to the February 2025 robbery of a Manchester credit union.
Local business and school leaders talk about the state of city schools at Chamber event
read more…: Local business and school leaders talk about the state of city schools at Chamber eventManchester School District Superintendent Dr. Jen Chmiel held a question-and-answer session at the Greater Manchester Chamber of Commerce Office on Hanover Street on Tuesday morning, seeking to serve as a resource for local business leaders looking for knowledge about the current state of Manchester’s public schools.
Hooksett Zoning Board grants variance for 160 residential units at former Cigna complex
read more…: Hooksett Zoning Board grants variance for 160 residential units at former Cigna complexEarlier this month, the Hooking Zoning Board of Adjustment voted 4-1 to approve variance requests allowing Chelmsford Hooksett Properties LLC to construct 160 residential units in the former Cigna building at 2 College Park Drive, a large step in what could become a significant addition to the Greater Manchester area’s available portfolio of housing.
Harbor Care receives grant from BAE Systems to support veteran services
read more…: Harbor Care receives grant from BAE Systems to support veteran servicesA grant from BAE Systems in support of Harbor Care Veteran Services programs will be used toward expanded access to stable housing, healthcare, and essential support for some of New Hampshire’s most vulnerable veterans—empowering them on their path toward lasting stability and independence.
The Week in Washington: Updates from your NH Congressional Delegation
read more…: The Week in Washington: Updates from your NH Congressional DelegationNew Hampshire is represented in the 119th Congress by Jeanne Shaheen and Maggie Hassan in the US Senate, Chris Pappas (NH-01), and Maggie Goodlander (NH-92) in the House of Representatives. Below are notifications about some of their legislative activities from the past week.
It’s Your Money: Say goodbye to overdraft fee cap, IRS Direct File
read more…: It’s Your Money: Say goodbye to overdraft fee cap, IRS Direct FileI know, I know. It’s so hard to keep track of all the ways that new federal policies will have a negative impact on your wallet. We’ll try to keep it simple today and look at two things I wrote about last year that were designed to stop the nickel-and-dime pounding your wallet takes.
Lawsuit seeks to stop federal immigration action against students in New England
read more…: Lawsuit seeks to stop federal immigration action against students in New EnglandA lawsuit filed in federal court in New Hampshire Friday seeks to stop immigration officials from revoking the legal status of international students, including three in New Hampshire.
The Soapbox: Joe Kelly Levasseur and Crissy Kantor cannot be trusted
read more…: The Soapbox: Joe Kelly Levasseur and Crissy Kantor cannot be trustedAt the April 15th budget hearing, hundreds of community members showed up in support of our school district, with 60 speaking in favor of adequate funding. Only one individual spoke in opposition, a reflection of the disconnect between educators, students, families, and the reckless actions of some members of our Board of Mayor and Aldermen.
April 24: Manchester Community College to host blood drive
read more…: April 24: Manchester Community College to host blood driveBlood donations are relatively quick and easy. There is a list of medications and conditions that will disqualify donors from giving. That list can be found on the Red Cross website and is given to donors before an appointment. Donors must be over 110 pounds and above 17 years of age without parental consent. Donations must be eight weeks apart to allow time for recovery.
Cavanaugh seeks to retake Ward 1 Aldermanic seat
read more…: Cavanaugh seeks to retake Ward 1 Aldermanic seat2023 Mayoral Candidate Kevin Cavanaugh announced that he will be running to represent Ward 1 on the Board of Mayor and Aldermen.
Kaw-uh launches campaign for Ward 1 Alderman seat
read more…: Kaw-uh launches campaign for Ward 1 Alderman seatPlanning Board Chair Bryce Kaw-uh has announced his candidacy for the Ward 1 Aldermanic seat in the 2025 Manchester Municipal Election.
Man found guilty in drowning of 1-year-old in bathtub at Manchester Econolodge
read more…: Man found guilty in drowning of 1-year-old in bathtub at Manchester EconolodgeZachary Conway was found guilty of negligent homicide in the death of Baby Stella, the one-year-old daughter of his girlfriend, who drowned in a bathtub at the EconoLodge in 2019.
Governor Kelly Ayotte’s First 100 Days
read more…: Governor Kelly Ayotte’s First 100 DaysA press release from the governor’s office touting her first 100 days at the helm.
Ward 1 Alderman Chris Morgan announces candidacy for At-Large Alderman
read more…: Ward 1 Alderman Chris Morgan announces candidacy for At-Large AldermanManchester native, small business owner and Ward 1 Alderman Chris Morgan has officially announced his candidacy for one of the two At-Large Aldermanic seats.
Founders Academy resumes in-person classes after closure due to ‘criminal threat’
read more…: Founders Academy resumes in-person classes after closure due to ‘criminal threat’Founders Classical Academy was closed Monday and students attended classes remotely on Tuesday and Wednesday after the school received a criminal threat.
4-to-10-year prison sentence for man convicted in vicious beating outside downtown bar
read more…: 4-to-10-year prison sentence for man convicted in vicious beating outside downtown barAn Allenstown man was sentenced to 4-to-10-years in the New Hampshire State Prison for the beating of a 34-year-old man who had to have his jaw reconstructed after it was shattered in the attack.