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Janel Bishop’s Miss Teen USA Win Came With Over $150,000 in Prizes

Janel Bishop’s Miss Teen USA Win Came With Over $150,000 in Prizes

The Miss Teen USA pageant is a national competition that brings together young women from across the United States to compete for a prestigious tit...
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Lawsuit Challenges New Hampshire Voter ID Restriction on Student IDs

Lawsuit Challenges New Hampshire Voter ID Restriction on Student IDs

A lawsuit has been filed in U.S. District Court challenging New Hampshire's House Bill (HB) 323, which restricts the types of identification acceptable for voting. The suit, filed by the Concord-based nonprofit voting rights group the Coalition for Open Democracy, aims to preserve the use of high school and college-issued IDs for voting purposes. HB 323, signed into law by Gov. Kelly Ayotte in June, has altered voting requirements, making it different from previous years. The Coalition for Open Democracy argues that the Secretary of State’s April 23 directive, which barred student IDs for voter registration, absentee ballots, or checking in at polls, unlawfully extends HB 323. Legal counsel Ben Horton stated that the law did not initially bar students from using IDs to register. The lawsuit highlights concerns that a significant portion of young voters, aged 18-24, may not possess a driver's license, which is now the predominant form of identification for voting after the new law. A motion hearing for the ...
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Beanie's Bar Grill in Loudon, NH, Destroyed by Fire, Owners Vow to Rebuild

Beanie's Bar Grill in Loudon, NH, Destroyed by Fire, Owners Vow to Rebuild

Beanie's Bar & Grill, a popular restaurant in Loudon, New Hampshire, was significantly damaged by a fire that broke out early Monday morning. Loudon Fire Chief Tom Blanchette reported that a local police officer on duty discovered the fire in the rear of the building around 3 a.m. Firefighters from Loudon and Concord responded quickly, securing utilities and ensuring the building was empty before commencing fire suppression efforts. The heavy flames were brought under control within 90 minutes. Approximately 50% of the building was consumed by the fire, with the Beanie's portion being a total loss. A firewall protected the front section of the building, which previously housed a dance studio and is currently vacant, limiting damage there to minor smoke exposure. No civilians were injured, as the last employee had left around 12:45 a.m. One firefighter sustained minor injuries but did not require transport or treatment. The New Hampshire State Fire Marshal's Office is currently investigating the cause and o...
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Lawsuit Challenges NH Student ID Voter Restriction

Lawsuit Challenges NH Student ID Voter Restriction

New voting rules in New Hampshire are changing how students and residents prove their identity
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WKBK Expands FM Coverage in Keene and Brattleboro with New Signals

WKBK Expands FM Coverage in Keene and Brattleboro with New Signals

WKBK is expanding its FM radio coverage by launching new signals in Keene, New Hampshire, and Brattleboro, Vermont. The station will now broadcast on 107.5 FM in Keene and 100.3 FM in Brattleboro. These new frequencies will supplement WKBK's existing signals, which include 1290 AM and 94.1 FM. This expansion aims to broaden the station's reach and accessibility for listeners in both communities. The move signifies an effort by WKBK to enhance its presence in the local media landscape and provide more options for tuning into its programming. The additional FM signals are expected to improve reception quality and availability for a wider audience, potentially attracting new listeners while better serving its current base.
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Broadway's First 'Coachella for Broadway' Festival Features Star Performances

Broadway's First 'Coachella for Broadway' Festival Features Star Performances

Broadway's First 'Coachella for Broadway' Festival Features Star Performances
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David Horowitz Highlights Frenchtown, New Jersey as a Vibrant Arts and Culture Hub

David Horowitz Highlights Frenchtown, New Jersey as a Vibrant Arts and Culture Hub

David Horowitz Highlights Frenchtown, New Jersey as a Vibrant Arts and Culture Hub
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National Symphony Orchestra will play at 6 DC-area venues next season as Kennedy Center shuts

National Symphony Orchestra will play at 6 DC-area venues next season as Kennedy Center shuts

The National Symphony Orchestra will split its 2026-27 season among six venues in Washington, D.C., and its suburbs
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New Hampshire Establishes Task Force to Address Student Screen Time in Schools

New Hampshire Establishes Task Force to Address Student Screen Time in Schools

Following a statewide ban on cellphones in schools, the New Hampshire Department of Education has launched a 32-member 'Screen Time Task Force.' This panel, which includes superintendents, principals, educators, a high school student, and representatives from the Departments of Education and Justice, will spend the next month examining the role of technology in education. The task force aims to develop recommendations for schools and teachers on how to better manage the use of laptops, tablets, and other screens. The initiative comes as educators, like Concord High School social studies teacher Kim Bleier, observe that while cell phone bans have helped, students are now often distracted by their one-to-one devices. The task force will specifically investigate how screen time impacts student learning, engagement, mental health, physical activity, sleep, and overall well-being.
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New Hampshire State Police Report Fatal Outcome in Alleged DWI Crash

New Hampshire State Police Report Fatal Outcome in Alleged DWI Crash

Clayton Ezequelle, 53, has died from injuries sustained in an alleged DWI crash in Plainfield, New Hampshire. The incident occurred on Tuesday night when Michael Martin III, 18, was reportedly speeding on Route 12-A and collided with Ezequelle's vehicle. Ezequelle's car subsequently caught fire. Martin and his passenger also sustained serious injuries in the crash. Following the incident, Martin is now facing multiple charges, including felony aggravated driving while intoxicated (DWI). The death of Ezequelle occurred on Thursday, two days after the initial collision. New Hampshire State Police are continuing their investigation into the circumstances surrounding the crash and the charges against Martin.
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Amy Wyss' LOR Foundation Champions Hyper-Local Philanthropy in Rural America

Amy Wyss' LOR Foundation Champions Hyper-Local Philanthropy in Rural America

Amy Wyss, co-founder of the LOR Foundation, is leading a distinctive philanthropic approach focused on hyper-local, community-driven initiatives in rural areas of the Mountain West. The LOR Foundation, established in 2007, operates in seven towns across five states: Colorado, Idaho, New Mexico, Montana, and Wyoming. Wyss emphasizes a 'community officer model' where local representatives, embedded within these small towns, identify and fund projects based on direct resident input. The foundation is known for its rapid deployment of modest grants, with half of requests under $5,000 met within two weeks and 75% within a month. To date, LOR has distributed over $90 million, with assets around $325 million in 2024. This model aims to address the significant philanthropic 'rural blind spot,' as only about 3% of philanthropic spending reaches rural areas despite 20% of Americans residing there. LOR's funding spans diverse areas, including environmental conservation, agriculture, food security, arts, mental health...
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On This Day: Janel Bishop’s Miss Teen USA Victory Made History

On This Day: Janel Bishop’s Miss Teen USA Victory Made History

Janel Bishop, born in 1974 in Manchester, New Hampshire, is an American model and beauty queen who achieved a significant milestone in 1991. That y...