Monthly Archive for July, 2025

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Antrim Police arrest elderly Hillsboro woman for cruelty to animals
The Antrim Police Department has made an arrest in connection with the abandonment of a dog at the Concord Street rest area that occurred on June 27, 2025. At approximately 9:51 a.m. on June 27, the Antrim Police Department received a…

Warner couple seriously injured in Dunbarton ATV accident
On July 28, 2025, at approximately 6:45 p.m., New Hampshire Fish and Game Conservation Officers were notified of a single ATV crash involving a male operator and a female passenger on the Stark Pond Trail (part of the Hopkinton-Everett OHRV Trail System) in Dunbarton. Ryan Routhier, 33, of…

Franklin city worker catches man who jumps from house fire
A city worker from Franklin recalled the moment he helped save a young man’s life during an apartment fire in Franklin on July 1. “The smoke was really, really thick. He was really in trouble. He didn’t know what was going…

Henniker invites public’s input on Wildfire Preparedness
The Town of Henniker is developing a Community Wildfire Protection Plan through its Fire Department and is seeking public input via a new Wildfire Preparedness Survey. The survey is designed to help evaluate community interest, awareness, and preparedness around wildfire protection. Whether…

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Francestown man assaults Police Chief – arrested after 7 hour standoff

A Francestown man who barricaded himself inside a Francestown home has been taken into custody. At 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, July 9, 2025, New Hampshire State Police was requested to assist Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office deputies with a disturbance involving…

Hostile crowd confronts Warner Select Board over alleged indiscretions

A large and hostile crowd filled the room for Tuesday’s meeting of the Warner Select Board. Chair Harry Seidel opened the meeting for public comment, only to be immediately presented with a written complaint over his performance by…

Greenfield Board searching for new Fire Chief & Police Chief

The Greenfield Select Board discussed succession planning relative to the Police and Fire Departments. At the conclusion of the discussion for the Fire Department, the Board agreed to post the position of Fire Chief to internal…

Colby-Sawyer’s accelerated nursing program scholarship fund gets $800,000 injection

Colby-Sawyer College has received an infusion of $800,000 in scholarship funding for students in the Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing program.  The college’s 16-month ABSN program provides a fast track for…

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Greater Hillsborough Chamber of Commerce announces its Citizen of the Year

The Greater Hillsborough Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce that this year’s Citizen of the Year is Ernest (Ernie) Giovelli! The initial nomination letter described Ernie as the embodiment of selfless service, unwavering dedication, and quiet leadership. While there…

New London Select Board honors Conservation Commission Chair Bob Brown

In conjunction with the Conservation Commission event to celebrate the Philbrick Cricenti Bog, the New London Selectmen issued the following commendation, which was presented by Chair Casey to…

Franklin man arrested for wrong-way driving while under the influence

A man from Franklin was arrested early the morning of Saturday, June 28th, accused of wrong-way driving while under the influence. Around 2:30 a.m., New Hampshire State Police dispatch began…

Hillsboro man arrested for possession of meth
A police officer on patrol witnessed a vehicle struggling to maintain its lane on Henniker Street after exiting the highway, nearly hitting the center median. The vehicle continued to disregard traffic laws, failing to…