LEGO donations bring joy to New Hampshire communities

Valerie Ortiz of Jaffrey earns dean's list recognition at NECC

Valerie Ortiz of Jaffrey has been named to the dean's list at Northern Essex Community College for the spring 2026 semester, having earned a GPA of 3.3 or higher.

Andy's Summer Playhouse presents unique mime adaptation of Nancy Drew

Andy's Summer Playhouse is presenting Nancy Drew and The Hidden Staircase, a mime play directed by SMJ, with the help of 40 kids, and will be playing from July 10-18.

Peterborough designer Alan Melad's 50-year career celebrated at NIDU Gallery

NIDU gallery in Peterborough is showcasing a retrospective of Alan Melad's 50 year career in design, featuring examples of his most recent works and works in progress, as well as a display of black and white photographs tracing his furniture design since 1968.

Wilton church hosts annual summer fair with crafts, food, and fun

The Second Congregational Church in Wilton will host its annual summer fair on July 18, featuring vendor tables, a food auction, and themed gift baskets.

Self-defense claim to be evaluated in off-duty officer's shooting

An off-duty Peterborough police officer was hospitalized with stab wounds and a 24-year-old Peterborough resident was found dead from gunshot wounds outside a Grove Street residence, and the attorney general's office and the New Hampshire State Police Major Crime Unit are investigating whether the officer acted in self-defense.