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Seacoast Current is your go-to source for "life through a New England lens," particularly New Hampshire, Maine and Massachusetts. Whether you're searching for the best local eats, hidden gems tucked away in charming towns, or nostalgic stories that celebrate the rich history, Seacoast Current has you covered. Sean McKenna.
Tragedy on the Slopes: 15-Year-Old Dies Skiing at Gunstock
Jan 18, 2023 · Dan Alexander Published: January 18, 2023. Sydnie Quimby (Jessica Lachance via GoFundMe) A 15-year-old Gilford girl died while skiing at Gunstock Mountain Resort Monday afternoon. General Manager Tom Day told the Laconia Daily Sun that Sydnie Quimby hit rocks and trees when she skied off the Derringer trail. Derringer is an intermediate level ...
State Okays Acquisition of Exeter Hospital by Beth Israel Lahey
Jun 15, 2023 · Beth Israel Lahey and Exeter Health Resources signed an agreement in July 2022 after the executive boards of both companies unanimously approved a letter of intent. Beth Israel Lahey Health already own Anna Jacques Hospital in Newburyport. The Attorney General's office said the original proposal was not approved because it "lessened competition."
Dover, NH, Electrical Fire Causes Power Outage, Explosions
Oct 31, 2022 · Dover fire Chief Michael McShane told WMUR that power was shut off to about 700 customers at around midnight, when the fires blew manhole covers off with fire showing.. A post on the (un)Official City of Dover Facebook page reported hearing a loud explosion followed by a power outage, although the timing was off from the WMUR report. "It was around 1:30-2 and I heard it happen about three or ...
Atkinson, New Hampshire, Fire Chief Brian Murray Dies Suddenly
Jul 31, 2023 · Atkinson Fire Chief Brian S. Murray passed away suddenly on Sunday after two-plus years as chief. According to a statement from Atkinson's Board of Selectman, Murray has been in fire and EMS since 1989. The selectmen did not disclose a cause of death. "Throughout his tenure as Atkinson Fire Chief, Chief Murray exhibited extraordinary commitment ...
Power Restoration Could Take Time on NH, ME Seacoast
Dec 18, 2023 · Over 80,000 customers were without power as of 11 a.m. in New Hampshire and Maine, according to the respective utility outage maps. Eversource: Over 33,000 customers were without power statewide including Newfields, Newmarket, Rochester and Wakefield in the Seacoast region. Until: Approximately 3,700 customers are without power mostly in ...
Earthquake Centered in Concord Shakes New Hampshire
Dec 23, 2023 · The epicenter of the quake measured 2.7 on the Richter scale off Sheep David Road across from the Steeplegate Mall, according to the US Geological Survey. It happened around 11:15 p.m. Over 400 people reported feeling the quake, which the USGS said was about three feet deep. The most intense reports were centered in the Concord area.
Dover, New Hampshire, Barn Destroyed by Fire
Nov 20, 2023 · Dan Alexander Published: November 20, 2023. An early morning fire destroyed a barn in Dover early Monday morning. The fire at the barn off Sixth Street belonging to the Weeden family was first reported just after 3 a.m., but had been burning for quite some time, according to Dover Fire Chief Michael McShane. The barn was fully engulfed by the ...
Another Earthquake Rattles New England - Seacoast Current
Dec 27, 2023 · For the second time in a week an earthquake has shaken New England. A magnitude 2.3 earthquake was recorded by the US Geological Survey in the Atlantic Ocean centered east of Rockport, Massachusetts at 3:24 p.m. Tuesday afternoon. Earthquakes between magnitude 1.4 and 3.9 on the Richter scale are considered light with no damage, according to ...
GoFundMe Created for Greenland, NH, Family After House Fire
Apr 21, 2022 · Fire at a house on Orchard Hill Rd in Greenland 4/19/22 (Greenland Police) A GoFundMe page created to help the family get back on their feet collected over $26,000 in donations in less than a day. "Casey, Rhea and their two adorable children are the kindest, friendliest, most selfless people. Let’s all rally together to help them begin to ...