Love and Activism Amid the Betty and Barney Hill UFO Tale
Betty Barrett and Barney Hill, an interracial Portsmouth couple, became famous after their 1961 alleged UFO abduction in the White Mountains. The lovers, both activists, pursued social justice before and after the incident, with Betty’s UNH degree, social work career, and bold property moves shaping their legacy. Barney, born in 1922, served in World War II and remained an unyielding activist.
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Stratham Man Fights Cancer Twice Raises Funds for Community
A Stratham man who battled cancer twice dedicates himself to fundraising and helping others as hundreds gather to honor his enduring legacy. The tribute brings together community members, students, and family, reflecting his inspirational impact and ongoing support for cancer cure efforts.
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Gingerbread Seeks New Home At NHSPCA
Gingerbread a beloved NHSPCA resident recovers from a rare giant kidney worm and awaits adoption as part of a special appeal by the shelter, highlighting care needs and his hopeful transition to a loving home.
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Honor roll time at Portsmouth Christian Academy
Portsmouth Christian Academy releases top students for each grade as part of a school honor roll. Also highlights the Seacoast community calendar listings for the current week with events and happenings around the area.
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Seacoast
Exeter Rotary Karaoke Idol draws crowd for charity event
The Exeter Rotary Club hosted Karaoke Idol and Dance at Town Hall to benefit charity. Thirty three performers aged 7 to 60 competed for age group prizes and the overall top performer prize of 250 dollars, with local talent and confidence on display despite smaller turnout last year.
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Exeter
Kittery Plans Walkable Mixed Use Town Center
Kittery plans a new town common with a walkable mixed residential and commercial core in the business park between Dennett Road and Route 236. The proposal expands zoning to foster a pedestrian friendly center without replacing downtown or Route 1 areas, inspired by Mashpee Commons and similar projects. Town Planner Sandra Mowery notes the Planning Board sought ideas from New England examples to create community and variety.
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Mashpee Commons
Cape Cod
Chronicles of Narnia film spurs viewer praise
Birdie Carpenter of Dover, 36, reports enjoying the new Chronicles of Narnia movie after recently watching the latest TV airing and finds the story great.
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Birdie Carpenter
Dover
Dark Knight tops summer movie list with strong plot
London Mackey of Portsmouth says he is looking forward to The Dark Knight this summer, calling it the only blockbuster likely to feature a real plot. The comment reflects anticipation for a film with substance amid big releases.
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