Science & Technology
4 new COVID-19 cases confirmed in NH, including a person under age 18
read more…: 4 new COVID-19 cases confirmed in NH, including a person under age 18The number of confirmed cases in NH is now 17.
Police update standard operating procedures to reduce face-to-face contact with public when possible
read more…: Police update standard operating procedures to reduce face-to-face contact with public when possibleThe number of officers on the streets won’t change and emergency calls will be handled as usual. Officers will always respond to violence and crimes in progress, however, non-emergency calls will be addressed over the phone. We will have officers available to handle these reports and do follow-ups.
Granite YMCA temporarily closes amidst growing coronavirus concerns
read more…: Granite YMCA temporarily closes amidst growing coronavirus concernsAt this time, The Granite YMCA is evaluating opportunities and ways to engage membership with virtual and home-based wellness options.
COVID-19 and the funeral industry: Families have options to consider
read more…: COVID-19 and the funeral industry: Families have options to considerBoth Phaneuf and CNSH have already encountered the first families who have chosen to postpone, modify or cancel services due to the outbreak. Their teams are working closely with families to determine what’s most appropriate, considering a family’s particular circumstances. The CDC recommends no public gatherings of 50+ people for the next eight weeks, so Phaneuf is encouraging small, private or immediate-family-only services for the time being.
CMC curtails most elective procedures working to keep patients, staff, and public safe
read more…: CMC curtails most elective procedures working to keep patients, staff, and public safeEffective Monday, March 16 Catholic Medical Center is curtailing most elective procedures. This decision is being made under the advice the American College of Surgeons and the US Surgeon General, and in conjunction with CMC’s medical staff. Hospitals throughout the state and country are taking similar action.
Volinsky asks Sununu to call emergency Council session to deal with COVID-19
read more…: Volinsky asks Sununu to call emergency Council session to deal with COVID-19Executive Councilor Andru Volinsky has asked Republican Gov. Chris Sununu to call an emergency session of the Executive Council to help deal with the COVID-19 epidemic.
Waypoint’s Sleepout 2020 still on, but goes virtual
read more…: Waypoint’s Sleepout 2020 still on, but goes virtualInstead of gathering at the designated sleep sites, participants in the SleepOut are being asked to stay at home on March 20, and sleep on the floor or in the yard or in some other less than comfortable way, while continuing to conduct their online fundraising campaigns.
Currier Museum to close through April 3 to help prevent COVID-19 spread
read more…: Currier Museum to close through April 3 to help prevent COVID-19 spreadThe Currier Museum of Art and the Currier Art Center will close temporarily starting tomorrow, Monday, March 16, until at least Friday, April 3, when we will evaluate whether it is safe to re-open. We invite you to explore the museum online, including information on our new Frank Lloyd Wright house.
Manchester Cal Ripken postpones start of 2020 baseball season
read more…: Manchester Cal Ripken postpones start of 2020 baseball seasonThis postponement will affect the Player Evaluations that were to be conducted March 21 at McDonough Elementary School in Manchester, as well as the start of the regular season games and most likely the length of the season.
Manchester VA calls for all to act and prevent the spread of COVID-19
read more…: Manchester VA calls for all to act and prevent the spread of COVID-19Additional steps to limit further spread of the virus are on-going and taken in collaboration with the medical center workforce as well as across local, state and national agencies to brace for a surge in health care needs as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.
6 new cases brings number of NH novel coronavirus patients to 13
read more…: 6 new cases brings number of NH novel coronavirus patients to 13None of the 13 NH cases have required hospitalization.
Manchester Armory doubles as drive-in remote testing site for COVID-19 referrals
read more…: Manchester Armory doubles as drive-in remote testing site for COVID-19 referralsDuring Sunday’s press conference Chan said the number of confirmed cases in New Hampshire had risen to 13, nearly double Friday’s announcement of 7 confirmed cases. He also said 380 people have been tested in New Hampshire, with 275 of those having negative results. There are 100 test results pending, he said.
Schools close for 2 weeks, food and school work to be delivered at designated stops by buses
read more…: Schools close for 2 weeks, food and school work to be delivered at designated stops by busesCity schools will be closed for two weeks as of March 16 in response to growing concerns around the threat of transmission of novel coronavirus disease to the school population.
Brookside Church suspends services and activities amid coronavirus concerns
read more…: Brookside Church suspends services and activities amid coronavirus concernsBrookside Congregational Church will suspend services and activities amid the evolving Coronavirus (COVID-19) concerns, and will make more programming and content available online. The health and safety of our congregants and visitors is our priority in this decision.
Jupiter Hall: A message about commitment to our community during COVID-19
read more…: Jupiter Hall: A message about commitment to our community during COVID-19Thank you for your understanding, we appreciate your support and patronage of Jupiter Hall and we look forward to seeing you at future events.
COVID-19 and who should be tested: City launches services for those without a healthcare provider
read more…: COVID-19 and who should be tested: City launches services for those without a healthcare providerResidents should be reminded that not everybody who feels ill needs to be tested, particularly if you have mild illness.
7th presumptive positive NH COVID-19 patient was at Manchester DMV last week
read more…: 7th presumptive positive NH COVID-19 patient was at Manchester DMV last weekA woman who was in Manchester last week is considered the 7th presumptive positive case of novel virus in NH.