Boutwell’s is now the biggest candlepin center in the state

06-24-2025 4:53 PM

When 24 teams from the Northeast and Canada come to Boutwell’s Bowling Center in Concord this week for an international competition, they’ll be playing at the biggest candlepin bowling arena in the state.


Healthy living meets community spirit: Friendly Kitchen puts on pickleball tournament

06-24-2025 4:54 PM

Jonesy Rainsville has played pickleball for over 15 years, way before it became the hot new sensation it is today.


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Opinion: Iran and Gaza: A U.S. foreign policy of barbarism
06-24-2025 11:30 AM

When I swore an oath to enlist in the military, one important statement I’m to uphold is the “… I will support and defend the Constitution and laws of the United States of America against all enemies, foreign and domestic.”

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New Hampshire school phone ban could be among strictest in the country
05-25-2025 11:00 AM

When Gov. Kelly Ayotte called on the state legislature to pass a school phone ban in January, the pivotal question wasn’t whether the widely popular policy would pass but how far it would go.

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“A Time to Gather Stones,” based on a local historical crime, premieres in Pittsfield
06-23-2025 9:00 AM

The Pittsfield Players will premiere Concord writer George Kelly’s new play, “A Time to Gather Stones,” at the Scenic Theatre in Pittsfield on Friday, June 27 through Sunday, June 29.

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Obit photo for Timothy Patrick Deal Timothy Patrick Deal

Concord, NH - A Tribute to a Life Well Lived It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of Timothy Patrick Deal, formerly of New Hampshire, who departed this world far too early on May 10, 2025. Tim passed quietly in his home... remainder of obit for Timothy Patrick Deal

Obit photo for Marilyn B. Ross Marilyn B. Ross

Concord, NH - Marilyn B. Ross; 96, of Concord, formerly of Pembroke, passed away on Sunday, June 22, 2025, at Presidential Oaks in Concord, following a period of declining health. She was born on April 25, 1929, in Natick, MA; daughter... remainder of obit for Marilyn B. Ross

Obit photo for Roberta Lee Coffey Roberta Lee Coffey

Belmont, NH - Roberta Lee Coffey, 64, of Union Road, passed away unexpectedly at her home on Wednesday, June 18, 2025. She was born on November 19, 1960, in Concord, NH, the daughter of the late Archer Frederick Smith and Pauline (Scar... remainder of obit for Roberta Lee Coffey

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Rockledge, FL - Donald Soderstrom, a Hall of Fame high school athlete, minor league baseball player, coach, and lifelong sportsman, passed away peacefully at his home in Rockledge, Florida, on June 15, 2025. He was 90. Born in Conco... remainder of obit for Donald Soderstrom

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