PORTSMOUTH — Bedford resident Peyton Kopp, a licensed nursing assistant at Elliot Hospital, was one of four recipients of this year's FedPoint Nursing Scholarship worth $5,000. “Funding for college can be costly and I am grateful for some respite with the financial burden often felt by those who pursue higher education. This job has given me so much to be thankful for. I have grown not only professionally, but personally, with the help and guidance of my wonderful mentors and colleagues,” said Kopp. “I learn something new every day. I am growing skills to navigate situations that require critical thinking […]

Four local high school students recently received National Merit Scholarships worth $2,500. They include Nehemiah Chao of Bedford, Mohid Zafar Khan of Hollis, Nithin Venkatramanan of Nashua and Noah Haskell Windham.

Kelsea Lussier recently acquired Redline Athletics in Bedford with her cousin Brittany Cowen and Brittany's husband, Craig Cowen.

BEDFORD – Gold Award Girl Scout Vanessa Abbott recently earned the Service to Girl Scouting Bar. She spent 20 hours during three days reorganizing the historic artifacts stored in a closet for Girl Scouts of the Green and White Mountains. The closet was overflowing with books, scrapbooks and other items the council collected and accepted from the public. Abbott, 17, of Ayer, Mass., participates in a Nashua Girl Scout troop and previously earned the Gold Award, the highest possible honor for a Girl Scout in high school, for assembling a history of a one-room schoolhouse in her town. This award […]

Cinco De Miles 5K today. See message for details. Expect delays, seek alt routes.

Who says they can’t play in the rain? A few high school games were held despite the lousy weather Wednesday afternoon, and the Bishop Guertin High School girls lacrosse team is glad they were. The Cards on the carpet at Bulldog Stadium came out on top in a big way, while rival Souhegan also won. Several diamond games plus tennis matches were postponed; check on your fav school’s website to see the reschedulings. Here’s a look at your soggy Wednesday: BISHOP GUERTIN 13, BEDFORD 8 A huge road win for the Cards, now 8-3 after Kaylee Cruikshank had six goals […]

NASHUA – There’s always a little something special going on when the Bishop Guertin High School boys lacrosse team takes on Bedford. But Tuesday evening, it might have been a little extra special, which might explain why the Cardinals were able to blow away the Bulldogs 15-2 at Stellos Stadium. “It goes back and forth about listening to outside noise,” BG coach Brian Cameron said, “but there Instagram posts about Bedford being No. 1 and us being No. 2, and in (a poll) Pinkerton was gettng first place votes, so we wanted this to be a statement game.” Oh that […]

BEDFORD – State leaders, business owners and community partners gathered on April 22 to celebrate Made in NH, a new statewide initiative designed to unify, promote and amplify the businesses powering the state's economy. “From apparel, to art, to advanced manufacturing, there are countless fantastic products made right here in the Granite State,” said Gov. Kelly Ayotte. “I'm excited to launch this ‘Made in NH' campaign and bring our business community together to highlight the talent, craftsmanship, and innovation happening across New Hampshire.” The event, hosted by the state Department of Business and Economic Affairs and Wire Belt Company of […]

Cinco De Miles 5K Sunday, May 3, 2026. Expect delays. See message for details.

With sadness, we announce the passing of Sarah “Sandee” (Chicres) Katis, 78, of Bedford, New Hampshire, formerly of Nashua, New Hampshire, who passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 26, 2026, following a courageous and lengthy battle with cancer. Sandee was born on August 1, 1947, in Lowell, Massachusetts, and was the beloved daughter of the late John and Georgia Chicres. She became a devoted wife to George Katis, who predeceased her in 2024 following 53 years of marriage. She was also predeceased by her cherished sister, Jo-Ann Wollen. Sandee leaves behind her treasured children: Charles Katis and his wife Angela; […]

NASHUA – You might say the Hollis Brookline High School boys lacrosse team caught local foe Nashua South at the wrong time. The Panthers (2-3) had to face part of the iron of Division I, Pinkerton and Bedford, back-to-back on the road before returning to Stellos Stadium yesterday. They seemed ready to take their frustrations out on whoever took the field out of the locker room. That just happened to be the Division II rebuilding Cavs. Oops. “It just took a little bit for us to get on the same page and get to what we wanted to do,” South […]

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GOVERNOR DID AT THE SCENE. THERE. YEAH. WELL, CATHERINE, THE NEW HAMPSHIRE STATE POLICE SAY THAT GOVERNOR KELLY AYOTTE USED A FIRE EXTINGUISHER WHILE A MEMBER OF HER SECURITY DETAIL HELPED PULL THE ...

NASHUA – Rivier University recently received an additional $1.5 million from the Bedford Falls Foundation to expand scholarship support for nursing students earning their Bachelor's degrees through the Joanne and William Conway Nursing Scholarship. This new gift builds on the initial $2 million commitment to Rivier and will provide enhanced scholarship support for deserving undergraduate nursing students over the next three years. The Bedford Falls Foundation, established by philanthropist and Nashua native William Conway, Jr. and his late wife, Joanne Barkett Conway, supports more than 50 nursing schools across the country. “With profound gratitude for the continued partnership of the […]

The goal for an incredibly successful local high school boys lacrosse program remains the same: Win championships. The last time the Cardinals of Bishop Guertin weren’t in the Division I lacrosse finals was waaaaaaay back in 2004, when Concord edged Souhegan. That’s an incredible stretch, and the Cards have dominated the sport in the post-COVID era, with five straight titles. Will there be more of the same? Exeter, Bedford, and Pinkerton have all tried to mount challenges over the years, so we’ll see. In Division II and III, it’ll be interesting locally to see if anyone can make a run […]

DURHAM – Nashua High School South recently won its quarterfinal match of the Granite State Challenge, defeating Bedford High School, 365 to 250. Captain Henry Long, a senior, led the way for the Purple Panthers. His team included fellow seniors Eric Picanco and Thanasi Miris as well as sophomore Charles Long. Senior Jerry Primo served as the team alternate. The Purple Panthers were coached by Social Studies teacher Lex Duval and English teacher Kelli Thornhill-Telerski. The Bedford Bulldogs were captained by sophomore Matthew Ruggiero. His team included junior Tabitha Arp, freshman Samuel Dooley and sophomore sophomore Sumedh Godavarthy. Junior Samantha […]

The Nashua High School North boys tennis team picked up its first win of the season on Thursday at Rochester vs. Spaulding, 8-1. North swept singles and took two of three doubles. Singles winners in ladder order were Brady O’Connor (8-2), Graham Gordon (8-1), Aadhaan Veerendra (8-0), Ben Husson (8-0), Conner Ducey (8-1) and Rishabh Prashant Murthy (8-0). O’Connor and Gordon won 8-5 at No. 1 doubles while Husson/Ducey triumphed 8-2 at No. 2. North hosts Salem on Monday. TODAY’S SCHEDULE BOYS TENNIS Bedford at Bishop Guertin, 4 p.m. Nashua South at Manchester Memorial, 4 p.m. Merrimack at Alvirne, 4 […]

BEDFORD – Bedford High School will host young innovators from across New Hampshire on April 11 as they demonstrate teamwork and creative thinking at the New Hampshire Destination Imagination Affiliate Tournament. Participating teams have advanced from the Northern Regional and Southern Regional Tournaments to compete for an opportunity to qualify for Destination Imagination Global Finals, to be held in Kansas City, Mo., in May. The top scoring team in each Challenge and age group at the New Hampshire Affiliate Tournament will be invited to Destination Imagination's Global Finals. Together, the students will form Team New Hampshire, competing against an international […]

DURHAM – Nashua High School South will face off against Bedford High School in the first quarterfinal game of the Granite State Challenge on April 9 at 8:30 p.m. on New Hampshire PBS. Nashua South is captained by senior Henry Long and includes fellow seniors Eric Picanco and Thanasi Miris, along with sophomore Charles Long. Rounding out the team is alternate Jerry Primo, a senior. The team is coached by Social Studies teacher Lex Duval and English teacher Kelli Thornhill-Telerski. The Purple Panthers were Granite State Challenge champions in 2016 and 2017. Long said his team has a leg up […]

BEDFORD, N.H. (AP) — “Bob’s Burgers” voice actor and comedian Eugene Mirman suffered serious injuries after crashing his car into a toll plaza and being pulled from...

BEDFORD – Aracelia Valentin, 45, of Lawrence, Mass., was taken into custody on March 29 following a rollover crash at the Bedford Toll Plaza on the southbound side of the F.E. Everett Turnpike. According to State Police, Valentin's vehicle, a 2009 Honda Accord, was found on its side just before 6:30 a.m. Valentin was taken to the hospital with minor injuries. During their investigation, police determined that she was impaired at the time of the crash. Valentin has been charged with aggravated DWI, driving under the influence and reckless conduct. She is scheduled to appear in Merrimack District Court on […]

BEDFORD – Bedford Academy was recently selected as a member of the 2026 Inspire the Future: FIRST Recognition Program School cohort. It is one of 15 schools from the U.S., Australia, Brazil, Canada, Mexico and Turkey to be recognized in this way for its commitment to expanding access to FIRST programs. “Bedford Academy is overwhelmed to be one of the schools selected by FIRST from across the globe for this honor. This recognition speaks to the dedication of our entire teaching staff to advancing student knowledge through our hands-on and multidisciplinary approach,” said Bedford Academy owner Dr. Roxanne Molina. “We […]

BEDFORD — New England FIRST, in partnership with New Hampshire FIRST, will host the Granite State District FIRST Robotics Competition, bringing together 35 high school robotics teams from across New England for an exciting weekend of innovation, teamwork and competition at Bedford High School. The competition will be held from March 13-15. “Each year the Granite State District event brings together students, mentors, and volunteers who share a passion for engineering and innovation,” said Kari Karwedsky, chairwoman of the Granite State District Planning Committee. “The FIRST Robotics Competition gives students the opportunity to tackle real engineering challenges, work as a […]

BEDFORD — Entering February, the Nashua South boys basketball team was still trying to find its identity. The Panthers’ record stood at 4-6, hitting a low when they lost by 22 to Portsmouth. When the calendar flipped, so did the Panthers' season. Senior Josh Tripp's return from an injury gave Nashua South new life, igniting a four-game win-streak to open the month. His defense changed the team's performance on the court and elevated a roster consisting of mostly juniors. That’s the good news. The bad? South’s season came to an end in the Division I quarterfinals on Saturday night at […]

WHEATON, Ill. – Grace Crowder of Bedford and Andrew McKay of Nashua were named to the Dean's List at Wheaton College for the 2025 fall semester. Students must have a 3.5 grade point average to be eligible for the Dean's List.

Two local boys basketball teams were on the road on Wednesday night in postseason play, and, well, one out of two isn’t bad. Souhegan picked up a big win at Kingswood in the Division II prelims, while Merrimack wasn’t as fortunate at Bedford in the Division I first round. Here’s a look: DIVISION II PRELIMS NO. 11 SOUHEGAN, 64, NO. 6 KINGSWOOD 42 The Sabers improved to 11-8, avenging a recent one-point loss, and advanced to Friday’s quarterfinals thanks to 18 points apiece by Wes Hickman and Joe Mayo. Mayo’s points came on six 3-pointers, five in the first half […]

NASHUA – For at least Wednesday night, Shane Lemire’s name was changed to Shane Le-fire. That’s because the Nashua High School South boys basketball player was hot as could be in the opening quarter of the No. 7 Panthers’ 59-36 Division I preliminary round win over No. 10 Windham at the Belanger Gym. All Lemire did was hit five 3-pointers in the first quarter for 15 of his game-high 23 points, basically setting the tone to send South to face No. 2 Bedford in the quarterfinals on Saturday. “I was hot, man, I was shooting everything,” a beaming Lemire said […]

WORCESTER, Mass. – The following local students were named to the Dean's List at Worcester Polytechnic Institute for the 2025 fall semester. Unlike many other schools, WPI does not use grade point averages. Rather, students must have four As to be eligible for the Dean's List. Amherst – Keagan Hitt Bedford – Colin Chandonnet, Mattan Mohel, Mishalena Raduazo, Isabella Raduazo, Bharadwaj Munugoor, Joseph Mendenhall and Patryk Bielecki Brookline – Amelia Collard Hollis – Colin Robinson, Aidan McLaughlin, Vincent Arcieri and Mark Robinson Hudson – Mia Francisco and Cynthita Leo Londonderry – Dylan Wrisley, Aliza Khalil, Matthew Doyle, Charles Lantz, Jon-Vincent […]

Kenneth A. Jones, 83, passed away peacefully at Bowman Place in Bedford, NH on February 25, 2026. He was a long-time resident of Hudson, NH. Born in Hartford, CT in 1942, he was the son of the late Marjorie S. (Simons) and Richard S. Jones, both of Bedford, NH. Ken attended grammar school in Bedford, NH and graduated from Manchester West High School in Manchester, NH in 1960 before going on to college at the University of NH, Durham. Ken was preceded in death by his wife, Carol (Hatfield) Jones. He is survived by his two children, Scott Jones (Theresa) […]

BEDFORD – Nashua residents Mason Tanner, Nikkita Thoueithaisong and Emmanuel Deng were three of 10 individuals who were taken into custody on Feb. 22 during a State Police saturation patrol on the F.E. Everett Turnpike. According to police, Tanner, 19, has been charged with possession of more than three-quarters of an ounce of marijuana, transporting drugs in a motor vehicle and exceeding the speed limit by more than 26 miles per hour. Under state law, if convicted, he could face up to two years in jail, up to $2,846 in fines and having his driver's license suspended for up to […]

HEMPSTEAD, N.Y. – The following local students were named to the Dean's List at Hofstra University for the 2025 fall semester. Students must have a grade point average of 3.5 to be eligible for the Dean's List. Bedford – Audrey Jackson and Lucas Sampo Hollis – Alanna Grove Hudson – Kristen Parziale Londonderry – Adam Palmer Nashua – Jayson Fields, Autumn Palmer and Karli LaBonte Windham – Julian Lord

DURHAM — The Bedford High School Bulldogs narrowly escaped the Souhegan High School Sabers, by a score of 325 to 320, in the latest Granite State Challenge matchup. The Bulldogs are led by captain Matthew Ruggiero, a sophomore. Ruggiero re-formed the team last year with teammate Alina Chausovsky, a junior. The team is rounded out by freshman Sam Dooley and sophomore Sumedh Godavarthy. Team alternates are juniors Tabitha Arp and Samantha Arp, along with sophomore Victoria von Wallenstein. The Bulldogs are coached by Kelly Chausovsky, Bedford's Destination Imagination coordinator, and parent Sherry Arp. Souhegan is captained by junior Rhys Macdonald […]

COLCHESTER, Vt. – The following local students were named to the Dean's List at St. Michael's College for the 2025 fall semester. Students must have a grade point average of 3.5 to be eligible for the Dean's List. Bedford – Finn Joyce Nashua – Theresa Carbonneau Milford – Paradise De La Cruz Londonderry – Abigail Whitley Merrimack – Sadie Gage and Emily Winefield

MERRIMACK – Pink balloons, catered dinners and table decorations of twinkle lights in glass vases surrounded by scatterings of foil-wrapped chocolate hearts, greeted guests attending on Feb. 14 inside St. John Neumann Parish function hall a Valentine’s Dinner Dance featuring the Bedford Big Band orchestra, based in Bedford. The event, modestly priced at $20 per person and catered by Only Catering in Nashua, was hosted by the Parish Council of St. John Neumann Parish based in the church located at 708 Milford Road in Merrimack. The Rev. Robert Glasgow, pastor, leads the community. “This was a community event at a […]

PLYMOUTH – The following local students were named to the President's List and the Dean's List at Plymouth State University for the 2025 fall semester. Students must have a grade point average of 3.7 to be eligible for the President's List and a GPA of 3.5 to be eligible for the Dean's List. President's List Amherst – Dylan Boyer, Amanda Burdick, Corinne McNamara, Riley Carr, Cahlin Kilbane and Jacob Sainsbury Bedford – Daniela Duque, Meghan Hall, Sarah Stalker, Boden Smith, Esmaylin Dumais and Brady Kelly Brookline – Nicholas McLatchy, Cora Shaklee and Evie Gingras Hollis – Ellie Sanborn, Natalya Onishuk […]

The Nashua North boys and Bishop Guertin girls were the top local teams in the Division I swimming meet at UNH on Saturday, leading the day’s results as we also add some hockey and wrestling: BOYS SWIMMING NORTH BOYS SIXTH IN STATES The Titans totaled 100, four points ahead of seventh place Portsmouth and just 15 behind Dover in a bid for the top five. Bedford (297) was far and away the winner, ahead of second place Pinkerton (154). Nashua South (51) was 10th, Bishop Guertin 11th (40), and Alvirne 13th (26) Titan Dawson Bolton captured the diving title with […]

MILFORD – A full roster of new and ongoing art classes at Creative Ventures Art Gallery and teaching studio, located at 411 Nashua Street in Milford, beckons both novice practitioners and other enthusiasts to explore watercolor, pastel, mixed media and printmaking, along with drawing, oil painting or alcohol-ink-designed creations. “I believe anyone who is curious about trying a new skill or improving their chosen craft will find an array of classes taught by experienced, mostly local, artists of solid credentials,” said Betsy Craumer, a Bedford resident, pastel teacher and owner of the art hub she opened in 2015. Craumer noted […]

BIDDEFORD, Maine – The following local students were named to the Dean's List at the University of New England for the 2025 fall semester. Students must have a grade point average of 3.3 to be eligible for the Dean's List. Brookline – Maddison Caetano and Taylor Christle Nashua – Jordan Calabro, Brady Dillon, Kaylie Doolan, Ethan Herndon, Ella Karavanic, Kaylee Marmol, Alyssa Morris, Emily Otte, Sruthi Ramesh, Mina Regnery, Alexander Thibeault and Ann Young Windham – Ashley Araneo, Casey Barnes, Samantha Batson, Clare Cassidy, Sean Conroy, Shauna Curran, Angelina Jacobellis, Jack Kendzulak, Jacob Pellerin and Alicia Russell Bedford – Ella […]

NEWPORT, R.I. – The following local students were named to the Dean's List at Salve Regina University for the 2025 fall semester. Full-time students must have a 3.6 grade point average to be eligible for the Dean's List. Part-time students must have a GPA of 3.8. Amherst – Victoria Hull Bedford – Grace Bergeron Hollis – Lydia Daskalos and Jameson McDowell Londonderry – Jordan Furlong, Andreas Taliadouros and Bianca Bettencourt Milford – Parker Mabbett Merrimack – Cosimo Fricano Nashua – Isabella Walsh, Avery Marchand and Brianna Murray Windham – Taylor Pendleton

BRISTOL, R.I. – The following local students were named to the Dean's List at Roger Williams University for the 2025 fall semester. Students must have a 3.4 grade point average to be eligible for the Dean's List. Amherst – Mackenzie Cross-Swartzell Bedford – Annette Carter, Dominic DeBlasi, Matthew Lapinsky, Ana Froekjaer, William Kramer and Dylan Vigue Brookline – Eva Kelley Hollis – Brady Cheyne Hudson – Lindsay Gasdia and Camden Poitras Merrimack – Connor Bobbitt, Marleigh Shvanda, Kailey Daddona, Meaghan Cottrell, Grace Harper, Jillian Dorf, Ava Kozinski and Ailie Parsons Londonderry – Ellie Cook, Cassidy Methot and Ellie Holcombe Milford […]

BEVERLY, Mass. – The following local students were named to the Dean's List at Endicott College for the 2025 fall semester. Students must have a 3.5 grade point average to be eligible for the Dean's List. Amherst – Abigail Giannetti, Lexi Healey, Carter Leonard, Andrew Reagan, Amelia Wysor and James Zeolie Bedford – Brooke Burke, Tess Forte, Kathryn French, Julia Giroux and Hannah Lord Brookline – Jacob Laborde Hollis – Ethan Norris and Julia Robbins Hudson – Cailean Anderson, Anita Bianchi, Natalie Breen, Alana Daddario, Jessica Dion, Emma Fopiano, Brooke Goulet, Laryssa Landmesser and Griffin Welburn Londonderry – Emma Arnott, […]

BOW – James Bautista, 21, of Bedford, was taken into custody on Jan. 22 in connection with alleged sexual assaults in Bow and Londonderry. According to the Bow Police Department, in December 2025, the victim's mother said her 14-year-old daughter was involved in a romantic relationship with Bautista, whom she initially believed was 16. The victim's mother suspected that Bautista had taken her daughter to Bow up to four times to engage in sexual activity. During interviews with police and the Merrimack County Child Advocacy Center, the girl said she met Bautista last September and began communicating with him on […]

Quite a night in local high school basketball Tuesday as the Nashua South boys stunned Bedford and Alvirne’s Garrett Hall hit a big milestone: BOYS BASKETBALL NASHUA SOUTH 68, BEDFORD 65 The Panthers (5-6) grab a big win over the Bulldogs in a total team effort. Francisco Rodriguez had a team high 16 points, Shane Lemire scored 14, and Daniel Karavanic added 10; while Josh Tripp and Rigo Challinger had nine apiece. South hosts Timberlane on Friday. ALVIRNE 60, NASHUA NORTH 55 Garrett Hall collected 21 points and his 1,000th career point as the Broncos (8-4) regroup after a two […]

SPRINGFIELD, Mass. – The following local students were named to the Dean's List at Springfield College for the 2025 fall semester. To be eligible for the Dean's List, students must have a grade point average of 3.5. Bedford – Tyler Beekman Londonderry – Drew Claffie and Aloisa Von Pichl Merrimack – Luca Kabel Tyngsborough, Mass. – Sofia Friedl and Rylee Marko Wilton – Brooke Lane Windham – Chloe Weeks and Jack Runde

WEST HARTFORD, Conn. – The following local students were named to the President's List and the Dean's List at the University of Hartford for the 2025 fall semester. To be eligible for the President's List, students must have a grade point average of 3.75. To be eligible for the Dean's List, students must have a GPA of 3.0. President's List Hudson – Elaine Quarles Londonderry – Jason Cain and Joey Cain Merrimack – Ryan Ricks Nashua – Elizabeth White and Ryenne Georgiana Windham – Izzy Gerstein and Kyle Ru Dean's List Bedford – Aodhan O’Leary Hudson – Victoria Duffy Merrimack […]

Zachary Nielsen, 23, of Merrimack, Kyle Basoukas, 31, of Bedford, and Lisa Wright, 58, of Hudson, all sustained injuries when they lost control of their snowmobiles. According to the state Department of Fish and Game, Nielsen was riding in the North Country town of Stewartstown on the evening of Jan. 23. While making a left-hand turn, he accidentally hit the throttle and was thrown into a grove of trees injuring his lower leg. The individuals who were with Nielsen helped him to the Swift Diamond Riders warming hut where they called State Police. Nielsen was later taken to Upper Connecticut […]

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Memorial Day Parade Sun May 17th @ 1pm. See msg for details. Expect traffic delays/road closures. Seek alt routes.