Protesters rally near Congress and Pleasant against Iraq war
A few dozen war protesters gathered Wednesday afternoon at the Congress and Pleasant street corner in Portsmouth. They called on President Bush to follow opposition to the Iraq war and to support ending combat troops by year end. Speakers included Trudy Anderson of Kittery and Burt Cohen of New Castle, voicing opposition to war-spending bills and urging respect for public opinion.
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Exeter rally backs Bush and US troops
A group of military family members and supporters gathered at Exeter's bandstand Tuesday evening. They voiced support for President Bush's veto of a $124 billion overseas military funding measure, carrying signs calling for support and aid for the troops.
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UNH no longer a safety school drives college reject stories
Concord High senior Sophia Axtman faced horror stories of college rejection after applying to 11 schools. She was accepted by eight and will attend Mount Holyoke College. State colleges UNH Plymouth State and Keene State report record applicant withdrawals as boom in graduates boosts selectivity and raises standards.
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John Hancock to add up to 200 jobs at Pease site
John Hancock Insurance plans to relocate its 65 Portsmouth employees to the Pease International Tradeport this fall and hire 150 to 200 more by year end. The deal includes leasing 100000 square feet at 164 Corporate Drive with an option for more space, plus on-site amenities like a cafeteria and fitness center.
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Maine considers state funding for abortions under MaineCare
A Maine legislative committee may vote as soon as Friday on LD13089 to require state payments for abortions for MaineCare recipients. A public rally by abortion opponents preceded the hearing and the Health and Human Services Committee scheduled a 2 p.m. work session, with Planned Parenthood official Chris Quint predicting a vote, though a committee clerk warned another session could be scheduled.
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Kittery Considers Frisbee Elementary School Closure Feasibility
Superintendent Larry Littlefield presented a cost estimate to the School Committee on Tuesday about closing Frisbee Elementary School built in 1941. The report assesses feasibility and financial impact with projected costs from 3.2 million to 5 million dollars.
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