How a town rule took the air out of a giant ice cream cone
The inflatable treat violates a town ordinance in Westmoreland
Author: Abigail Ham-Keene Sentinel
New pharma settlement promises more funding for drug programs
Another national settlement with opioid manufacturers is poised to infuse Granite State drug prevention, treatment and recovery programs with a new wave of funding, the NH Attorney General’s Office announced Thursday, July 10.
Chesterfield museum project nears completion thanks to grants, years of work
The Stone House Tavern Museum will open Saturday after about 7½ years of work. The “soft opening” is for only Chesterfield residents.
Local colleges’ new grads enter a job market in flux
More than 1,000 students graduated from Keene State and Franklin Pierce University earlier this month. For many, that means it’s time to get to work.
Former school site on track to give Jaffrey 58 new housing units
The site will be cleared and equipped with utility service needed for the new units by the end of 2025, with construction scheduled to start in 2026
Keene board gives developer more time on Drummer Road housing project
A developer plans to construct six buildings with a total of 36 housing units, according to Keene Planning Board minutes
Housing at former Troy Mills remains at a standstill
Troy has spent the past two decades trying to figure out what to do with the dilapidated red-brick former mill complex; plans have come and gone with little to show for it
Hinsdale residents again pass land purchase for new fire station
Hinsdale residents spoke in favor of a new station, but some had lingering concerns about the proposed location
Walpole couple faces criminal charges in connection with home renovation businesses
Additional criminal charges were recently filed against one of the owners of three local home renovation businesses that were found responsible in a civil case for financial damages to customers. The other owner was criminally charged last year.
Keene Kia dealership eyes new build
Fairfield Kia in Keene got planning board approval for plans to tear down the existing building at 440 Winchester Street and build a new, larger one behind it
‘There just for them’: CASA volunteers help local kids navigate family court
9 Monadnock Region volunteers were honored Friday in a celebration of long-term support of children in the courts
603 Legal Aid partners with law firm to provide free name change assistance
The project is intended to serve members of the LGBTQ+ community and others 'who may seek to change their name for safety reasons'
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How a town rule took the air out of a giant ice cream cone
The inflatable treat violates a town ordinance in Westmoreland
Gunstock plans upgrades for upcoming winter
More than $3 million is earmarked for lifts, $2.5 million for snowmaking and grooming equipment, and more than $4 million for general infrastructure improvements that include electrical systems.
NH trade mission to Canada seen as having positive results
Gov. Kelly Ayotte led the visit, which included a selection of policymakers as well as businesspeople representing a wide array of enterprises.
Note from the field: The outdoor economy is everyone’s economy
New Hampshire’s $4B outdoor economy supports 32,000 jobs and ranks 8th in the nation.
Trump tariffs add to woes for coffee shops
Rising tariffs on Brazilian coffee beans are squeezing Concord’s Brothers Cortado, driving costs up and margins down
The Lake Estate on Winnisquam to open in NH's Lakes Region
The Lake Estate on Winnisquam sees diamonds and stars in its future
Number of Canadian tourists visiting New Hampshire down 30% this year, officials say
Though Taylor Caswell couldn’t say for sure what’s driving this decrease, he floated the strained relations between the U.S. and Canada as a possible culprit.
Torrington to raze Newington mall in $500 million redevelopment plan
Torrington Properties has told Newington officials it plans to raze all of the Mall at Fox Run in a $500 million redevelopment effort.
Revo Casino and Social House donates more than $73K to Manchester Historic Association
Revo Casino and Social House in Manchester has donated more than $73,000 in charitable gaming funds to the Manchester Historic Association. Founded in 1896, the Manchester Historic Association is a nonprofit charitable organization and offers walking tours, speaking events and programs for students.
