A Hudson man is facing manslaughter and other charges in connection with a fatal crash Wednesday night in Litchfield that police say might have been intentional
is charged with several offenses in connection with Wednesday night's fatal crash in Litchfield
during his video arraignment in Merrimack District Court Thursday
A 19-year-old Hudson man charged with numerous offenses in connection with Wednesday night’s crash that claimed the life of a Londonderry man was ordered held without bail at his arraignment Thursday in Merrimack District Court
Police say the crash involving a motorcycle and two other vehicles may have been intentional
is facing seven charges including manslaughter and negligent homicide as a result of the crash that killed an as yet unidentified motorcyclist on Route 102 in Litchfield
Police were called to a two-car head-on crash shortly after 9 p.m
was lying unresponsive on the shoulder of the road
The rider was pronounced dead a short time later
on Friday morning after an autopsy was conducted Thursday by the New Hampshire Office of the Chief Medical Examiner
Prosecutor Jason Moore said officers spoke with Burke
and determined that Burke was under the influence
The roadside investigation also indicated that the crash “may have been intentional,” Moore added
suffered minor injuries and was treated at the scene
The Mitsubishi driver has not been identified
Burke is facing one count each of manslaughter (reckless); negligent homicide; first-degree assault with a deadly weapon; aggravated DWI (serious bodily injury); reckless conduct (deadly weapon); witness tampering; and vehicular assault
Burke was also charged with one count of second-degree murder
but Litchfield Police Chief Daniel Jones said later that the charge “is not being brought at this time.”
Moore said in his argument for preventive detention that whether the murder charge will be reinstated depends on the continuing investigation into whether Burke intentionally crashed into the motorcyclist
Moore said investigators were planning to reach out to several witnesses Thursday morning
who represented Burke at his arraignment and appeared with him on video from Valley Street jail
told Judge Mark Derby that the defense needs the victim’s information in order to properly represent Burke
Fourakis argued for $10,000 cash bail for Burke
with conditions that include he surrender his driver’s license
not drive any type of vehicle and submit to evaluations for drugs and alcohol as well as for mental health
“There’s no reason to think that John is a danger to himself or others if he’s not driving,” Fourakis said
In granting Moore’s argument for preventive detention
Derby agreed to schedule a probable cause hearing for 11 a.m
telling the parties that they can revisit the bail issue at that time
told the court that Burke was “dealt a bad hand” in childhood
having lived with different relatives during his upbringing
Burke graduated from Alvirne High School last year having earned certification as a diesel engine mechanic
Burke was transported to Southern New Hampshire Medical Center in Nashua for treatment of minor injuries and then taken to jail
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LONDONDERRY — Vermont State Police arrested a 35-year-old Londonderry woman Sunday night after she allegedly violated multiple court-ordered conditions of release
Troopers responded to Haven Hill Road at 10:22 p.m
following reports of a suspicious female knocking on residence doors in the area
officers identified the woman as Ivory King
authorities determined King had violated four court-ordered conditions of release
King was arrested and transported to the Westminster State Police Barracks for processing
She was issued a citation to appear in Vermont Superior Court
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Canning nee McCloskey (Drumsurn) 4 May 2025Louise (R.I.P) beloved wife of the late Charlie and loving mother of Elaine
Catherine (Black) and dear sister of Mary (Morris)
Anne (McCullough) and devoted grandmother to Toni
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Interment afterwards in the adjoining cemetery
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town administrator Aileen Tulloch announced that the town office building renovation project was near completion
“Staff will hopefully start moving in by April 28,” she reported
and the trailer currently providing office space will be removed by May 20
The board then heard about the village wastewater management ordinance
The committee is working on the final revisions to the document
and plans to present the proposed draft at the May 5 or May 19 selectboard meeting
The committee wants to give the selectboard time to review the “lengthy document,” with the main remaining question to be answered
will the selectboard be functioning as the village wastewater system operator
This was discussed at the March 17 meeting
and is typically how other towns structure the position
Short-term rental (STR) administrator Andy Dahlstrom then reviewed some of the proposed amendments to the STR ordinance
Some changes include requiring a Knox Box for units that have an automatic fire alarm system; having a second means of escape
in every sleeping space of each registered unit; and each STR owner is responsible for removal or recycling
Noncompliant properties will be fined for each offense
with the rate of the fine increasing with each offense
listing the proposed amendments and fine fees
is available on the town website within the April 21 meeting packet
The selectboard unanimously voted to adopt the amended ordinance
and has warned the adoption for public review
A representative from Green Mountain Power (GMP) then reported on the pole upgrade project
GMP is making upgrades throughout the state
and plans to work from Weston to Londonderry
rebuilding circuits and upgrading poles and lines
They added that if a resident wants to upgrade what they already have
they would make those accommodations upon request at the customer’s expense
This project will result in some power outages while the crews are working
“The Londonderry fire station needs to move.” The department has had financial issues because of flooding
and are actively searching for a new facility or a property to build one on
Prouty asked if the ownership needed to be connected directly to the fire department
Prouty said there was previous discussion about possibly moving the road crew and town garage to a piece of private land
moving the fire station to the current town garage facility
The board plans to look at the town maps to identify a property that may be able to be connected to the wastewater
with water available or the ability to drill a well
The board hopes to find a solution “soon.”
Treasurer Tina Labeau then read from a vendor proposal to update the town’s website so that it has better usability and funtionality
Tulloch conducted some extensive research into a few options
Labeau said they want a company with a strong history working with town and local government websites
someone who can meet requirements and not just deadlines
“We didn’t necessarily look at the least expensive because you get what you pay for.”
Labeau and Tulloch proposed Revize with a $15,000 contract
which includes a $5,560 initial onboarding fee
agreeing that spreading the costs out over time was preferred over one front-load cost
The Londonderry Selectboard meets the first and third Mondays
2025 at 7:58 pm ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}Police are investigating the incident on Harvey Road in a building with several businesses
The men appeared to be looking for cell phones
NH - Londonderry Police are investigating an armed robbery that occurred Monday at a multi-unit building with several offices and warehouse space
Londonderry Police received a call at shortly after 1:00 p.m
from a woman who said she had been “robbed by four or five men with guns,” according to audio recordings obtained
Officers responded and requested the woman exit the building
where they met her and began gathering information
The woman told officers she had been robbed at gunpoint and restrained with zip ties
the incident appears to have occurred at 51 Harvey Road
but they were unable to find them and stole other items from the business
Sources familiar with the business indicate there are two similar businesses that provide reshipping of products for companies
They were last seen leaving the area in what was described as a white delivery-type truck with possible yellow markings
It was unknown in which direction the vehicle had traveled from the scene
Londonderry detectives are investigating several leads and urge anyone who may have witnessed suspicious activity in the area to contact our Detective Division at 603-432-1118
The site of the former Vintage Grace facility on Peabody Road in Derry is being celebrated as the newest location serving Family Promise of Southern New Hampshire
A new facility in Derry is providing families a safe place to live along with opportunities for education
Family Promise of Southern New Hampshire celebrated its new location in Derry at 18 Peabody Road
the site of the former Vintage Grace facility
A ribbon-cutting event last week drew about 100 supporters of the program coming to Derry
Family Promise calls its mission one that supports homeless families while giving them opportunities to gain valuable skills as they transition to more stable living situations and life goals
Family Promise Executive Director Pamela Wellman told town officials in the past that the need is great
Family Promise gives specialized support and families work to meet the program’s requirements while being empowered to achieve success in the long term
“That’s the success of the program,” Wellman told town officials when the original plan was approved in 2023
Wellman said recently that Derry has welcomed Family Promise in a big way
“We’re so grateful to all our supporters,” she said
Family Promise is there to help those who may be “falling through the cracks,” Wellman said
adding people become homeless for a variety of reasons and life circumstances
Families who are part of the Derry program will be housed in the building within an eight-room plan and adults are required to be employed and have transportation
Services will be given to aid people with building credit
saving money and supporting substantial careers as they work hard to transition out of the program with valuable skills in place
with many partnerships in place to support the families living there
It’s a big win for Derry and for those needing help to break the homelessness cycle
according to Alexander Eastman Foundation Executive Director David McPherson is why what Family Promise is doing is a big part of an overall mission to support many in need
“We are so excited to have them here,” McPherson said
He added it is Alexander Eastman’s goal to continue to support organizations like Family Promise and so many others doing good work to help those in need
“We are focusing on food and housing insecurities,” McPherson said
“Family Promise is very important in meeting both of those areas.”
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Rain giving way to foggy conditions overnight
Goffstown’s Adam Lafond connects against Londonderry on Wednesday afternoon
The Grizzlies collected 21 hits and beat the Lancers 19-7
Goffstown High School hurler Brent Baxter fires a pitch during Wednesday’s game against Londonderry
GOFFSTOWN — Wednesday was a very good day for the Goffstown High baseball team
The Grizzlies scored 19 runs on 21 hits and earned an early dismissal from Lions Field by beating a top Division I opponent by the 10-run rule
“It feels good,” said Goffstown coach Adam Lawrence after his club’s 19-7
We have 18 guys here who love being around each other.”
The bench constantly chirped happy encouragement as the Grizzlies scored four runs in the first
then ended the proceedings with seven in the sixth
Every Goffstown batter got at least one hit
The top three hitters in the lineup — Zack Tarrier
Ethan Strand and Noah Durham — combined for nine hits
Not all of Goffstown’s hits were mashed — a few were were lost in the wind/sun
a few snuck their way through the infield and some didn’t even leave the infield — but the two biggest hits in the seventh were: a two-run homer by Durham (his fourth hit of the day) and a walk-off grand slam by No
both of which landed amid the pine trees over the outfield fence
settled down after Londonderry’s four-run third inning that briefly tied the game at 6-6
finishing his day strong with a pair of hitless innings
allowed 10 runs (six earned) in four innings
that’s usually going to mean a win,” said Demas
but our pitching is much better than what it was today
including a two-run single by Caden Jordan in the third
The Lancers hop right back into action Thursday with an 11 a.m
one of three unbeaten teams in the division
will take the rest of the week off from competition
“They (the players) are just playing one game at a time and see how it goes — and then go from there,” said Lawrence
“We’ve always had great games with Londonderry
I thought it was going to be one of those one-run
“I think we just hit the ball very well today and put ourselves in a good position.”
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Noah Durham cracked three hits and finished with four RBIs in Goffstown’s 14-1 victory over Windham on Monday in Division I baseball
The victory allowed Goffstown to improve to 7-0 entering its home showdown with once-beaten Londonderry on Wednesday (noon) at Lions Field
Ryan Dutton worked six innings for the win
Adam Lafond contributed two RBIs for the Grizzlies
Londonderry's Alison Chambers reacts after sliding into second base after hitting a double and knocking in a run against Merrimack in the seventh inning of their game on Wednesday in Merrimack
Londonderry’s Alison Chambers slides into second base ahead of a throw to Merrimack shortstop Cameron Bellen during Wednesday’s softball game in Merrimack
Londonderry's Alison Chambers connects on a single as Merrimack catcher Katie Coolidge looks on during their game at Legion Field in Merrimack Wednesday afternoon
Londonderry starting pitcher Elisabeth Kearney faces a Merrimack batter during Wednesday’s game in Merrimack
Kearney allowed one hit and no runs over six innings as Londonderry won
Claire Ballard and Kelly Wright combined on a four-hitter
leading Windham past Concord 6-0 in Division I softball on Wednesday
Anna Mitrou and Wright recorded multi-hit games and Mitrou hit a three-run homer
Sophomore Ava Runde added two RBIs and had a stellar game in the field for the Jaguars (4-0)
Elisabeth Kearney pitched six shutout innings
Alison Chambers and Mady Normand cracked two hits and had one RBI each for the Lancers (5-0)
Cameron Bellen homered in the seventh inning for the Tomahawks
Merrimack pitcher Lily Dionne went seven innings
Riley Donle 8-5; Alisa Friedland (C) d Bianca Bettencart 8-4; Catherine Tenn (C) d
Maya Daaboul 8-5; Abby Mantegari (L) d Izzy Bachhuber 8-3; Kalin Cregg (L) d
Betttencourt/Daaboul 8-6; Mantegari/Cregg (L) d
Wayne Alexander 8-5; Matis Navarro-Manchego
Agapov/Rossman 8-4; Anderson/Navarro-Manchego
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Londonderry catcher Jen Raza talks with pitcher Elisabeth Kearney during the Lancers’ win at Merrimack on Wednesday
Londonderry catcher Jen Raza receives a warmup pitch during Wednesday’s game at Merrimack
Merrimack on Wednesday at Legion Field in Merrimack
The Londonderry High School softball coach entered the spring unsure of who would catch his hard-throwing junior ace pitcher
Kearney’s catcher during the Lancers’ NHIAA Division I championship run last spring
graduated and now plays at Quinnipiac University
But junior varsity coach Tom Amato and assistant coach Russ Lowell had someone in mind: Jen Raza
‘You’ve got to try Jen,’” Johnson said Monday
She’s one of the better catchers just receiving the ball and she’s just very calm back there.”
Catcher is Raza’s primary position but she didn’t expect to be behind home plate when this season began
who captained Londonderry’s JV team as a freshman
played sparingly last year as a utility player
“That was a surprise,” Raza said of getting the chance to catch in the preseason
“I just worked as hard as I could to get the opportunity and it’s been great.”
who beat Timberlane with a 17-strikeout no-hitter on Monday
She has allowed three hits and struck out 65 batters over her 5-0 start
Johnson said his pitcher and catcher have a chemistry that makes it seem like they have worked together for years
they have known each other since their youth softball days
teammates on U8 and U10 teams with the Londonderry Lightning travel program
Raza said that she and Kearney see eye to eye a lot and constantly talk in the dugout
her curveball was on — and Raza framed it well all game
When the pitcher and catcher have a strong relationship
“It carries the energy for the team,” Kearney said
that is definitely very important for the whole rest of the field to feel that connection.”
Raza blocks the ball well and throws out runners when called upon
Timberlane’s best chance at scoring a run came on a passed ball by Raza with two outs in the seventh inning
recovered the ball near the backstop and then protected home plate before the Owls’ baserunner on third got within sliding distance
In Londonderry’s 2-0 win at Portsmouth on April 18
Raza threw out a Clippers baserunner who tried to steal in the seventh inning
Raza works to keep her infield teammates on their toes
picks them up after errors and lets them know where the play is
Kearney and Johnson both described Raza as a great team player
Johnson added that Raza cares only about helping her pitcher
Raza is also not keen on getting attention
Pinkerton Academy’s Avery Trask set a freshman program record in the shot put in the team’s Division I tri-meet with Londonderry and Timberlane on Tuesday
Trask won the shot put with her program-freshman-record throw of 32 feet
The Pinkerton softball team defeated Salem
in Division I action on Monday behind Izzy Fall’s grand slam
Fall hit her grand slam in the bottom of the sixth inning
Pelham junior Ella DeSimone recorded her 100th career goal for the Pythons girls lacrosse team in its 14-6 Division II victory over Pembroke Academy on Monday
DeSimone scored five goals and had an assist in the win
Exeter’s Phoebe Christenson notched her 100th career point for the Division I girls lacrosse team in its 15-6 win over Division II Hollis-Brookline last Friday
The junior had one goal and two assists against the Cavaliers
Hollis-Brookline senior Ethan Norris set the boys volleyball team record for digs in the Cavaliers’ 3-1 Division I triumph over Souhegan on April 18
Norris had 454 career digs after the Cavaliers’ 3-2 win at Goffstown on Monday
The previous school record (423 digs) was held by Jonathan Brackett
also owns the program record for career aces and had 130 after the Goffstown match
Spring Sports runs on Saturdays during the season. Alex Hall can be reached at ahall@unionleader.com
tries to elude Merrimack High’s Trevor Shorette during Division I lacrosse action in Merrimack on Monday
Londonderry’s Drew Allen passes the ball as Merrimack’s Trevor Shorette defends during Monday’s game in Merrimack
Merrimack’s Gavin Hickey drives against Londonderry’s Aidan Marshall on Monday in Merrimack
MERRIMACK — The Londonderry High School boys lacrosse team was still in April vacation mode on Monday morning
they maintained possessions and took quality shots on goal in their 9-8 NHIAA Division I win at Merrimack
so we’re all just trying to wake up,” said Huard
who would have been in welding class on a typical school day when the game started at 11 a.m
“Our bench got hyped and we played how we usually play.”
at halftime despite losing six of the first half’s nine face-offs
Londonderry often lost possession shortly after winning faceoffs
With Huard (team-high four goals) leading the way
the Lancers changed all that in the third quarter
Londonderry won every faceoff and outscored Merrimack 4-0 to take a two-goal lead into the fourth quarter
Merrimack trimmed the Lancers’ lead to 9-8 with 20.3 seconds remaining on a goal from Henry Tobin and then won the game’s final faceoff
Time expired as the Tomahawks tried to recover a ground ball
“I thought Londonderry played a great game,” Tomahawks coach Brian Miller said
I thought things were working and then we just did not play well for a variety of different reasons
Some unforced turnovers at the end of the game
First-year Londonderry coach Jimmy Ward said it was good for his group to play a tightly contested game like Monday’s
“I think we took care of the ball a little bit more than they did,” Ward said
“We’re both still making those early-season mistakes
we pushed out a little too far in the beginning
Huard put Londonderry (3-1) ahead for good when he broke a 5-5 deadlock with his goal that came with 4:25 left in the third quarter
He scored on a low shot past Tomahawks goalie Mason Tremblay
Freshman Odin Delorey and sophomore Brody Campbell each scored twice and junior Aidan Stowell also notched a goal for Londonderry
Londonderry’s Griffin Cunningham and Drew Allen went a combined 12-for-17 on faceoffs
The Tomahawks received two goals each from Tobin and Hudson Rousseau
Cayden Dine and Gabe Gorman had a goal each for Merrimack
“This group needed to be in games like this a couple times,” Miller said
“We need to figure out how to play in those games and I think
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A man thought to have fired a gun inside Planet Fitness in Londonderry was shot and killed by police after a confrontation
according to the Attorney General’s office
Authorities on Thursday released the names of three police officers who fired their weapons during a shooting Feb
was shot and killed during an exchange of gunfire with Londonderry officers after a shooting incident at a nearby Planet Fitness gym
was pronounced dead at the scene on Winding Pond Road in Londonderry near the intersection of Lincoln Drive
Duval performed an autopsy and determined Ly-Bishop died from gunshot wounds to his chest
The three Londonderry Police Department officers who fired their weapons are identified as Officer James Defelice
Officer Defelice and Detective Alfaro have been officers with the Londonderry Police Department for approximately six years
Moran has been an officer with the department for approximately 14 years
The Attorney General’s Office and New Hampshire State Police Major Crime Unit are investigating the officer-involved shooting
A report regarding the incident and whether the officers’ use of deadly force was justified will be released once the investigation is complete
Londonderry Police responded to a report of a shot being fired at the Planet Fitness on Orchard View Drive shortly before 5 p.m
No one was injured in the initial incident
Witnesses told investigators Ly-Bishop fired a gun and left the gym
Officers stopped Ly-Bishop’s car about a half mile away on Winding Pond Road
Witnesses said Ly-Bishop got out of his car with a handgun and gunshots were fired by three Londonderry Police officers and Ly-Bishop
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A complete renovation of the former AMC movie theater in Londonderry is underway
O’Neil Cinemas is expected to open in late spring
The inside of the Grand DLX in O’Neil Cinemas in Littleton
Two auditoriums in the Londonderry O’Neil Cinemas
THE MOVIE WATCHING experience in Londonderry is about to be elevated with the complete $7 million transformation of the former AMC theater
Hollywood flicks are returning with reclining seats and a full food and drink menu
which operated in the space from 1982 to 2014
the O’Neils remained owners of the property
now operates theaters in Epping and Littleton
It will be first-class,” said owner Dan O’Neil
Everything is going to be brand-new when you walk in.”
One of the auditoriums will be eliminated to make room for a bar and lounge area for a total of nine screens
Customers will be able to order food and have it delivered directly to their seats
The theaters will also be equipped with state-of-the-art laser projectors and Dolby Atmos
a surround-sound technology that creates a 3D audio experience
“It is about 30 or 40 speakers in each auditorium,” O’Neil said
This will be a far cry from when O’Neil first opened the building with four screens in 1982
He added four more in 1998 and two larger screens in 2000
The two largest auditoriums will be called “Grand DLX” and feature motion seats
“You need an experience to get out of the house
and that is what we are trying to give the people,” O’Neil said
The cinema is targeting “late spring,” but O’Neil said he is unsure if the opening will coincide with a major movie release
Sometimes construction takes longer than it should
“The industry is saying that 2025 this year should match pre-pandemic sales because there are a lot of films coming out,” O’Neil said
especially with the Woodmont Commons development nearby and the revamped Apple Tree Plaza
O’Neil also expects people will be willing to drive from miles away for the experience
A complete renovation of Epping is expected after the Londonderry location opens
With the construction of Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers on South Willow Street in Manchester seemingly done for months
the brand will celebrate its grand opening at 10 a.m
This is Raising Cane’s first New Hampshire location
The fast-food chain is known for its “craveable chicken finger meals and signature Cane’s sauce.” Besides chicken fingers the menu features crinkle-cut fries
Cane’s sauce and freshly squeezed lemonade and teas
Another Raising Cane’s is planned for Concord
which has been temporarily closed is set to reopen next month
This is the chain’s only location in New Hampshire
The restaurant closed in September of last year
Lenny and Nancy Abreu and business partner Steve Leary brought the first Golden Corral buffet restaurant to northern New England in August 2020
people from multiple New England states lined up for its opening
guests can choose from more than 150 items
alongside traditional favorites like pot roast
A new candy store has arrived at the Mall at Rockingham Park in Salem
“It’s more than a candy store.” The new store is located on the second level across from Hot Topic
A video posted by the mall shows everything from unique Duff orange soda
pickle cotton candy and a whole “retro candy” section
Some of the novelty items include stuffed Nerds and Oreo-shaped pillows
The company describes itself as a “retailtainer” with more than 100 locations in the United States and Canada
which just closed its pub in Portsmouth at the end of last year is now eyeing Boston
but Portsmouth is more like its hometown of Nantucket than Boston
the Boston Zoning Board of Appeal approved plans by Cisco to turn an old Tasty Burger location on Boylston Street near Fenway Park into a beer hall with a seasonal beer garden
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Acknowledgement/Month’s Mind MassDied 7th April 2025Helen DohertyThe family of the late Helen Doherty wish to express their heartfelt gratitude to all who offered their support and sympathy during their recent bereavement.We are all very grateful to our relatives
friends and neighbours of Carnhill who visited the house
attended the requiem mass and graveside and sent floral arrangements
and kept Helen in their prayers.Special thanks to Helen’s doctors and nurses and all other staff in ward 26 at Altnagelvin hospital for their care of Helen during her hospital stay
and to Fr Seán O' Donnell for the beautiful requiem mass.Thanks to Bradley & McLaughlin for their professionalism and care.Helen’s month's mind mass will take place at 7pm on Wednesday 7th May in St Patrick’s Church Pennyburn
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It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Eamonn Joseph Baker R.I.P.1st May 2025
loving son of the late Joseph and Ellen and dear brother of Anne
Eamonn's wake will take place in his sister's home
Derry on Sunday 4th and Monday 5th May from 4pm to 8pm.Funeral from there on Tuesday 6th May at 9.30 am for 10 o'clock Requiem Mass in St Mary's Church
Interment afterwards in the City Cemetery.Donations in lieu of flowers
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Rayocool fmlocalnewsProperty damaged during reported burglary in Co. LondonderryDerry police say it happened in the Strand Road area.
A glass pane of the front door of a property in County Londonderry has been smashed during a reported burglary.
Derry police say it happened in the Strand Road area.
A sum of money was taken during the incident
Detective Sergeant Chambers said: “Sometime between 6:30pm on Sunday 4th May and 00:20am on Monday 5th May, it was reported that the glass pane of the front door of the property was damaged. Entry was gained to the premises and a sum of money was taken during the incident.
“Enquiries are continuing to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident and police would appeal to anyone with any information in relation to the incident, to contact detectives on 101 quoting reference number 223 05/05/25. Alternatively, information can be provided to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org.”
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and Eva Zink hug in celebration of their Division I championship win over Londonderry on Saturday
at the University of New Hampshire in Durham
The girls have now completed back-to-back undefeated seasons
The Bedford High School girls celebrate their Division I crown at UNH on Saturday
The Bedford High School girls celebrate their Division I championship win over Londonderry on Saturday at UNH
Bedford’s Sarah Muir drives to the basketball during the Bulldogs’ victory over Londonderry in Saturday’s Division I state championship game at UNH
Bedford's Mel McCarthy drives past a Londonderry defender for a layup in Saturday's Division I championship game at UNH
Londonderry’s Sammie Sullivan drives between Bedford’s Kate Allard
and Sarah Muir during Saturday’s Division I championship game at UNH
Londonderry's Brooke Eacrett drives against Bedford's Kate Allard in Saturday's Division I championship game at UNH
The Bedford High School Girls basketball team
The Bedford High School girls basketball team celebrates its Division I title
Bedford’s Kate Allard raises the Division I championship plaque as she celebrates with her teammates on Saturday at UNH
DURHAM — Ahead of Saturday’s Division I championship game against Londonderry
there hadn’t been any mention around the Bedford High School girls basketball team of the opportunity to complete back-to-back undefeated seasons
Bedford had gone about its business one game at a time and that was focus that forged the Bulldogs to that now-impressive reality
Top-seeded Bedford opened up a 12-point lead midway through the third quarter and held off a late surge by No
2 Londonderry to seal Bedford’s second straight championship and 43rd straight victory
at the University of New Hampshire’s Lundholm Gymnasium
Bedford (22-0) also defeated Londonderry (22-2) last month when it scored the final 16 points of the game in a 60-53 win
we talk about playing the next game and to this minute
I don’t think anyone has said anything about them being undefeated,” Bedford coach Kevin Gibbs said after the game
“They’re just excited and they worked their tails off
Londonderry is a great team and our team showed up and so did theirs
Bedford was appearing in its fifth straight championship
Division I Player of The Year and Boston University-bound Kate Allard led Bedford with 12 points
Mel McCarthy chipped in with nine points and seven rebounds
“We worked really hard for this and I’m so glad we could close this out and it feels really good to go out this way,” Allard said
so we had to come out super strong and we knew we had to get the lead early to be in control of the game because these games are nerve-racking when you’re down.”
Bedford led 12-10 after one quarter and began the second quarter with a pair of buckets by Eva Zink
The Lancers’ Gemma Murray then buried a 3-pointer
but Allard countered with one of her own to give Bedford a 21-15 lead with 3:39 left in the half
After Londonderry’s Brooke Eacrett drained a 3-pointer
Allard closed out the half in style when Sarah Muir pushed the ball ahead to her for a layup as time expired to give Bedford a 25-18 lead
“We didn’t come out with the amount of intensity we needed to come out with and they did and that was it,” Londonderry coach Jon Doherty said
It was a mental game where we could have shared the ball a bit better
Bedford extended the cushion by beginning the third quarter with a 9-4 run that was capped off by layups from McCarthy
“There was a stretch there where we weren’t scoring and they weren’t scoring either
“Then we started to extend it a little bit and our kids played hard and they defended.”
Eacrett beat the buzzer to trim Londonderry’s deficit to 37-29 entering the fourth quarter
and the Lancers crept within 40-37 on a layup by Sammie Sullivan (20 points) with 5:21 remaining
The Bulldogs were able to close the game out by making seven of 12 free throws
“We’ve been here before so we knew we had that experience
but we knew it was going to be a tough game no matter what,” Annie Zink said
“We just played together and focused on everything we worked hard on all season that brought us here today.”
A rendering of a bar and lounge inside O’Neil Cinemas that will offer food and drinks as part of a luxury movie experience
are remodeling a Londonderry theater that the family previously leased to AMC
The O’Neils are turning it into a luxury theater with heated seats
A rendering of the exterior of O’Neil cinema
a luxury movie theater opening in Londonderry this summer
of O’Neil Cinemas look over plans inside the Grand DLX Premier Large Format Auditorium under construction
They are remodeling a Londonderry theater that the family previously leased to AMC and are planning a June opening
LONDONDERRY — A luxury movie theater slated to open in Londonderry this summer will feature heated seats
and specialized theaters for an immersive movie-going experience
“People need an experience to get them out of the house and that’s what we’re trying to give them,” said Dan O’Neil Sr.
concrete pits and slabs of sheetrock while speaking over the sound of saws slicing through thick metal beams and construction workers rolling equipment into place
The pair are in the process of gutting and renovating the theater
which was previously leased to AMC Theaters from 2014 and 2024
have been in business together since the early 1990s
the Orchard View Drive theater will offer a full-service bar and lounge
one of which will feature laser projection and more than 64 speakers
and another that will feature motion seats with individual subwoofer systems
“The system pulses and vibrates the seat in response to bass frequencies and loud noises in the soundtrack
allowing viewers to physically ‘feel’ the sound,” said Susanna Fier of Susanna Fier Consulting
“These special features are designed to make viewers feel like they’re part of the movie experience and the customer can control the level of movement they want.”
The remaining seven theaters will have heated and reclining seats with their own swivel tables and 7 feet of legroom between the rows
The new business will also help create between 45 and 50 jobs
The O’Neils run a similar theater in Littleton
They plan to renovate another theater located in Epping following the completion of the Londonderry location
have a martini in the lounge and have food delivered to their seats,” he said
The lounge will serve full meals like pasta dishes
It will be open to community members looking for a quick bite to eat without purchasing a movie ticket
The theater is slated to open no later than June
preceded by a community event for families and the media
the lounge can be rented out for children’s birthday parties
school activities and other special events
while the individualized movie theaters can be transformed into spaces for business meetings and live events like concerts
“We want this to offer other opportunities for the community as a community center,” Fier said
first got into the cinema industry in the late 1950s to early 1960s while living and working in Louisiana where his brother was stationed as part of the military
“Once I stopped working for the government
my brother and I just happened to migrate to Louisiana and the city we were living in had no movie theaters
“We opened a location and it did exceptionally well.”
where the chain spread to include 20 locations in Louisiana
Nashville and in parts of Florida and Mississippi
The O’Neils later sold them as one big chain before O’Neil Sr
moved back to New England in 1982 and reignited the chain up north
“It was a learning process in the beginning but now we’re well versed in the industry,” he said
“I like what I’m doing and it’s a family business and my two sons will inherit the business.”
O’Neil said Dan and Tim worked at the Londonderry location before it was leased to AMC Theaters in 2014 and that’s where they fell in love with the industry
O’Neil refuses to retire and plans to keep his hands in the fire for as long as he can
“It’s really enjoyable having big films on the screens
the theaters that are jammed with people having a good time,” O’Neil said
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The Lancers will play nine regular-season games
including a matchup with rival Pinkerton Academy and an out-of-state game against Duxbury
Pinkerton beat Londonderry 42-7 in last year’s Division I championship game
That victory gave the Astros a 37-16-0 advantage in the all-time series against the Lancers
including an 8-6 record against Londonderry in playoff games
The Lancers beat the Blue Hawks 31-28 in the 2024 semifinals on a last-second field goal
Londonderry has advanced to the championship game each of the past four years but is 1-3 in those four games
Londonderry will play six games against Division I Central opponents
one game against a Division I East opponent (Exeter) and one game against a team from Division I West (Bedford)
Duxbury will be the third out-of-state opponent Londonderry has faced in the past three years
The Lancers lost to Rhode Island powerhouse Bishop Hendricken in 2023 and to St
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Londonderry Police Chief Kim Bernard stands with Arthur Psaledas following a special Town Council meeting Monday
Bernard was appointed as as the new acting town manager
Police Chief Kim Bernard was appointed to the job during a brief Town Council special meeting held Mondayreplacing outgoing interim manager Art Psaledas
who is stepping down to return to his prime role as the town’s recreation director
Londonderry’s police chief will serve as acting town manager
Police Chief Kim Bernard was appointed to the job during a brief Town Council special meeting held Monday
Bernard will replace outgoing interim manager Art Psaledas
“My time in the town manager’s office gave me chances to get to know the town and staff on a deeper level,” Psaledas said after the meeting
“I am happy that I could help the town navigate a time of transition.”
He added he was ready to return to the recreation job
as the upcoming spring season will be a busy one
Psaledas was appointed in November to serve as the acting town manager following the departure of former town manager Michael Malaguti
“Thank you for your leadership,” Council Chairman Chad Franz said
“Town employees were the first priority and you showed that since day one
You are an exemplary individual and a trusted advisor.”
Psaledas credited Bernard for stepping into the role
“I know that Chief Bernard is up for the challenge of taking over the reins,” Psaledas said
Bernard said taking on the role of acting town manager is a good opportunity
adding he has learned a lot in his 24 years on the police force in Londonderry and he’s ready for the next mission
“I am happy I can move this ship forward,” Bernard said
Bernard follows a tradition of the town leaning on another established police leader to handle town administration duties while a search was underway
Retired Police Chief William Hart took on the acting administrator reins in 2012 prior to the hiring of Kevin Smith
Since starting with the Londonderry Police Department in 2001
operations captain and deputy chief prior to taking over as chief after Hart retired in 2022
the position of acting town manager is appointed for up to 120 days
The town manager position was posted last month with a starting salary between $150,000 to $180,000
Musician Greg Descoteaux took the stage at the Londonderry Senior Center during Saturday’s Arts Cafe presented by the Londonderry Arts Council
Descoteaux is also a member of the Council and performs regularly at events in Londonderry and beyond
Elaine Farmer was among area artisans showing off their talents at the recent Arts Cafe hosted by the Londonderry Arts Council
The event was held Saturday at the Londonderry Senior Center
It was a day to celebrate creativity as the Londonderry Arts Council hosted its Arts Cafe on Saturday
Artists and musicians gathered from all over the region to put their works and talents in the spotlight during the daylong event
crafts and other works as visitors stopped by the center to enjoy the art and listen to some songs provided by area musicians taking the senior center stage
no stranger to Londonderry or the art scene
was on hand with her paintings and needle felting talents
Farmer lived in Londonderry for 22 years before relocating to another community
but her work still shows her strong attachment to her former hometown
with scenes of historical buildings and landscapes on display to sell
Farmer said she continues to keep a strong sense of her time spent in Londonderry and remains inspired by its beauty and community spirit
to host events like the annual Arts Cafe to help share the arts through music
Farmer and others share a love of what they create
adding it’s a big plus to a community to have a strong
involved arts group like the Londonderry Arts Council
the Londonderry Arts Council also hosts the summer concert series on the Town Common and other events to promote the arts in the community
“It feeds your soul and your soul needs this.”
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I want to say that this writer has had nothing but positive experiences at Pipedream Brewing in Londonderry
This Veteran Owned brewery with West Coast inspired beer has given us many gifts including Adult Nuggets IPA
I also loved the partnerships they had with various workout classes
I attended a few Kick it and Sip it events which was a cardio kickboxing class paired with a delicious Pipedream beer (after class of course)
Pipedream took to their social media a few days ago informing their loyal customers that after 9 years of servicing the community they will be closing their doors for good at the beginning of February
Now here is the unfortunate part. According to Business NH Magazine
Pipedream found themselves in a bit of trouble with the U.S
Department of Labor for withholding wages and tips of 44 employees
The article goes on to explain the brewery was found to have illegally kept its workers’ credit card tips and denied overtime wages to incorrectly exempted salaried workers
The article (from back in July) said recovery money would be distributed to the affected workers
Regardless of your personal experience with Pipedream Brewing
it is always sad to see a local business close
what is your favorite Pipe Dream beer from over the years
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Now here is the unfortunate part. According to Business NH Magazine
Plans for a new mental health hospital in Londonderry have fallen through
But speaking to the Legislature’s Fiscal Committee on Friday
Sununu said the Londonderry town council had voted to reject a memorandum of understanding that would have allowed the project to go forward
“I don't mind saying I think it was a completely foolish decision by the town of Londonderry,” Sununu said
Londonderry’s town manager was not immediately available to comment late Friday afternoon
“Though an agreement on all the necessary terms with the Town of Londonderry was unable to be reached
we remain dedicated to expanding access to much-needed behavioral healthcare services in New Hampshire,” Kelly Scargill
Scargill said the health system – which includes Elliot Hospital in Manchester and Southern New Hampshire Medical Center in Nashua – is working with its partner on the Londonderry venture
to explore other options for a new behavioral health hospital in New Hampshire
“We believe in this mission of this initiative and look forward to the next phase of planning,” she said
Because the $15 million set aside for the new hospital came from American Rescue Plan Act funds
state officials have to allocate that money by the end of the year or else it expires
Sununu on Friday secured lawmakers’ approval to redirect some of it into other mental health-related projects
including an eight-bed transitional housing program and renovations at Hampstead Hospital’s psychiatric residential treatment facility for youth
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was the man shot and killed during an exchange of gunfire with Londonderry police officers on Wednesday afternoon after a shooting incident at a Planet Fitness gym
Duval performed an autopsy Thursday and determined Ly-Bishop died from gunshot wounds to his chest
The Attorney General’s Office and New Hampshire State Police Major Crime Unit is investigating the officer-involved shooting as a matter of state policy
The names of the officers involved will be released in the next six to 10 days after investigators interview the officers
which is the only road leading to a heavily populated condominium complex
was closed for several hours while investigators worked at the scene
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The South Londonderry Township Board of Supervisors heard a presentation from the prospective developers of Campbelltown Village Square at its workshop Jan
Developer Ethos Residential detailed a conceptual plan for the 15.15-acre former Alger farm property including 38,000 square-feet of rental space in three buildings and 159 residential units in two buildings
The most debated part of the plan is its three-story
55,855 square-foot apartment building with 144 luxury one- and two-bedroom apartments
Developers said the exterior of the flat-roof building would be “all fronts,” designed to fit in with local architectural styles
The building would be surrounded by 241 residential parking spaces
shrubbery and evergreens between the development and neighboring homes
The site would be accessible both through the intersection of Horseshoe Pike (SR 322) and Lawn Road
where developers have proposed a roundabout
being preserved and repurposed for community events
Adjacent to the farmhouse would be The Lawn
an outdoor space to be used by the community
While earlier pitches for the project included the preservation of an historic dairy barn on-site
low first-floor height makes the barn unusable for the project
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This barn would instead be transported to a third-party buyer
with a two-story farmhouse-inspired 10,350-square-foot mixed-use building erected in its place for retail use
These two buildings have a proposed 69 and 83 parking spaces associated with them
proposed across the street from the barn and along Lawn Road
Developers emphasized the walkability and bike-friendly nature of the development
with crosswalks and potential pedestrian beacons at all entrances to the roundabout
all decisions concerning state road Horseshoe Pike (U.S
Route 322) are up the the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation
but the transportation authority has shown a preference for roundabouts in the past
Developers also emphasized proposed landscaping
as well as a streambed restoration project
has shifted from its original location due to sediment deposits over the years from farming at and around the project site
would provide more storage for flood flows (helping with stormwater management)
The presentation notes that “there may be potential to reduce stormwater from our project and other upstream developments,” citing neighbors’ issues with water in basements
stormwater on site would primarily be managed by rain gardens
which include a ponding area to be absorbed into mulch for vegetation following rain events
The site would also include subsurface stormwater beds under parking lots
The mix of residential and commercial uses proposed is not permitted in the low-density residential land
nor any other zoning district in the township
In order to go forward with the development
Ethos Residential would need supervisors to approve a form-based code
a site-exclusive agreement that both dictates new allowed uses on a property and other restrictions
The purpose of the meeting was to hear public comment and introduce the idea to the supervisors
feedback was overwhelmingly opposed to the project
and worries about stormwater runoff as chief concerns
Others voiced that they felt the apartments would not sell for the luxury prices considered
Resident Brian Huffman voiced concerns that the apartments could be offered as Section 8 housing if luxury apartments didn’t sell
Resident Frank Landis was worried about trucks navigating the roundabout
“You can’t change it after it’s done.”
Some residents voiced concerns that the project would inadvertently direct Horseshoe Pike traffic onto Old Farm Road
which is not built to be able to handle high volumes of traffic
has several retail spaces meant for businesses that stand empty
“What’s the overall benefit to the township of allowing this project?” citing its scope as being “more intensive than anything else the township has.”
The idea of the development being “a town within a town” was cited repeatedly over the course of the meeting
chairman Faith Bucks explained that she shares concerns with many of the residents in attendance
“Does this match the scale and the character of the town
If and when plans or a form-based code proposal are submitted to the township
the planning commission and board of supervisors will examine them at that time
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Police arrested Londonderry’s William Argie and charged him with second-degree murder in the death of his wife
The New Hampshire Supreme Court has rejected an appeal by a Londonderry man convicted of murdering his wife in 2019
turning away his claim that he was denied due process during his trial
was found guilty of first-degree murder for killing his wife
in their home at 118 West Road in Londonderry as their two children
Argie was sentenced to life in prison without parole
defense attorneys argued Maureen Argie killed herself
but the jury found William Argie guilty after prosecutors argued he strangled or suffocated his wife
then drove to Foxwoods Casino in Connecticut
Argie was also sentenced to 1½ to 3 years in prison for falsifying evidence
The investigation began after Maureen Argie’s body was discovered April 4 and the death was labeled suspicious
William Argie had a gambling habit and was “unable to maintain stable employment,” which put a “significant financial strain on the family.”
and had stated to family and friends that he was considering filing for bankruptcy,” court documents say
“The defendant was the sole beneficiary of the victim’s $400,000 life insurance policy
The defendant knew that the victim was planning to divorce him
one of William Argie’s gambling associates contacted police
The associate told police that he and Argie had known each other socially for several years prior to Maureen Argie’s death and would occasionally travel to casinos together
“The associate informed the police that in February 2019 — less than two months before the victim’s death — he met the defendant at a restaurant where the defendant told the associate of the victim’s life insurance policy and offered the associate a portion of the life insurance proceeds if he helped the defendant kill the victim or found a hitman to kill her,” court documents state
the state argued that the evidence of solicitation was admissible
looking to introduce the testimony to show the defendant’s “motive and intent to harm the victim
and … his identity as the person who murdered her.”
The defense argued that the evidence was inadmissible
but the trial court granted the state’s motion
and the associate testified about the solicitation
whether the trial court erred when it admitted the evidence of the uncharged murder solicitation; and second
whether the trial court deprived him of due process when it denied his request for a hearing on the admissibility of the evidence
the state Supreme Court found that “even if corroboration were required
here there was evidence that corroborated the associate’s statement and provided sufficient indicia of reliability.”
the state presented a detailed description of the solicitation in its motion
a screenshot of text messages between the defendant and the associate that supported the associate’s statement that he and the defendant met during the relevant time period
and a transcript of a statement given to the police by a third party to whom the associate described the defendant’s solicitation,” the order says
“Nor did the state’s evidence lack reliability
it is for the jury to ultimately determine credibility and to decide what weight should be given to the evidence.”
Argie pleaded guilty to a reckless conduct charge after he pointed a gun out a window while driving on Interstate 93 in Windham on Dec
troopers responded to a call from a driver who said a man — later identified as Argie — passed him in a pickup truck and aimed a gun at him
In court paperwork related to the gun incident
Argie wrote that at the time he was employed at Physician One Urgent Care in Medford
Argie was licensed in New Hampshire until 2016
court records show Argie was given a one-year jail term that was suspended for two years
He was also prohibited from possessing firearms during the suspension period
Argie was also ordered to perform 25 hours of community service and undergo an anger-management evaluation
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waived formal arraignment in Rockingham County Superior Court and entered not-guilty pleas on two counts of second-degree murder in the death of 39-year-old Maureen Argie
LONDONDERRY — Police arrested William Argie
charging him in the murder of his wife Maureen Argie
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Deja Vu Furniture & More put out a be-on-the-lookout alert on Facebook for their missing muppets last week
store manager at Deja Vu Furniture & More in Londonderry
put out a be-on-the-lookout alert for missing Bert and Ernie hand puppets (Muppets) who were taken from the store recently
This Big Bird bowling pin misses his friends Bert and Ernie after the roommates famous for their hijinks were taken from Deja Vu Furniture & More in Londonderry recently
Crystal Rollins and her co-workers fanned out and searched every inch of their easy-to-get-lost-in 24,000-square-foot Londonderry shop
but Bert and Ernie were nowhere to be found
Sometime on the afternoon of March 15, the two late-1970s-era hand puppets (Muppets to be precise) left the building and Rollins, manager of Deja Vu Furniture & More
not-for-sale pair known for their hijinks and humor probably weren’t playing a prank on her
They likely didn’t just get up and walk out of Hillside Avenue’s cavernous and kitschy maze of eclectic furnishings
They couldn’t have been mistakenly swiped by a child
given the pedestal they had been displayed on (higher than the top of a 5-foot
4-inch reporter’s head) and proximity to the cashier
Rollins knew how much they meant to owners Tim and Martha Stavrou, so she asked the community for help on Facebook
“We just put out the BOLO so far,” Rollins said Wednesday of the be-on-the-lookout alert
which to date has received the most engagement ever for one of Deja Vu’s posts
“Police said they had to be missing for a certain amount of time
We’re waiting until today’s episode is brought to you by the number 20 to be able to report it.”
Detective Grover and Sherlock Hemlock have yet to respond to the Union Leader’s Right-to- Know request for a list of possible suspects
but we’re told the Great Cookie Thief has been ruled out
The owners would be happy to take back their beloved Sesame Street roommates
The Muppets aren’t worth much other than the memories they evoke. You can buy them on eBay for anywhere from $29.95 to $200
and they were given to him as a gift from a customer,” Rollins said
They brought them in because they said the pair reminded them of Tim and one of our previous employees.”
Bert and Ernie were clearly marked NFS (not for sale) with bright yellow stickers
The culprit had to know what they were doing
And it’s something that’s not for sale,” she said
so basically someone waited until we turned around to help another customer and decided that might have been the opportunity.”
Rollins said the store has several security cameras
but so far there’s no sign of when or how Bert and Ernie were taken
Deja Vu has been in Derry or Londonderry for more than 40 years
It started as a furniture liquidation business but has evolved into almost a museum for nostalgia
The store was featured on New Hampshire Chronicle in 2014 and is well-known in southern New Hampshire
From life-size KISS mannequins to an 11-foot-tall gorilla
but not everything is for sale and there’s a sense among regulars and staff of an honor code
it was hard for Rollins not to feel a little sad
I’m going to steal this $500 antique over in the corner right there.’ Literally
Anyone with information about the whereabouts of Bert and Ernie can call Deja Vu at 603-437-5571 or just leave them in a basket outside the front door
Supervisor William Bova attended the April meeting via phone. From left: township manager John Eberly, vice chairman Jack Custer, and chairwoman Faith Bucks. (Jess Benninger)
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the South Londonderry Township Board of Supervisors tabled the advertisement of revised nuisance and curfew ordinances
Township manager John Eberly gave brief descriptions of the proposed changes to the ordinances
that includes updates to noise bans at nighttime and firearm and air gun safety zones
and a mandatory warning that allows a citation to be issued for the first offense would be removed
the language in both ordinances would be revised to make them easier to understand
When asked about a motion to advertise changes to the ordinances
supervisors Jack Custer and William Bova raised concerns
Custer noted specific concerns related to the proposed nuisance ordinance
stating that residents will be unable to work on their properties past 7 p.m
Bova also noted that the ordinances must be readvertised if changes are made following the initial advertisement
Supervisors unanimously moved to post the proposed revisions on the township website to allow for resident feedback
the board will further review and revise the proposed updates at this month’s workshop meeting on Wednesday
Eberly also gave an overview of the 2026 budget development schedule
Budget development meetings will be held on Wednesday
Topics of discussion will include the roundabout at Airport and Forge roads
a request to advertise the proposed budget will be submitted for the Nov
A request for final approval of the 2026 budget will take place at the Dec
The board unanimously approved the 2026 budget development schedule
The full schedule will be posted on the township website
During the public comment portion of the meeting
Pat Krebs notified the board of a digitized version of a volume of World War II newsletters published on LebTown’s website
and those interested in helping archive local historical artifacts should reach out
Other township updates include the following:
The South Londonderry Township Board of Supervisors meets at 7 p.m
Meetings are held in the municipal building at 27 W
Next month’s board meeting will be held on Tuesday
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2025 at 7:44 pm ETThe trooper stopped in the breakdown lane on a traffic stop and was outside the vehicle when the crash occurred near exit 4
(Jeffrey Hastings)The trooper stopped in the breakdown lane on a traffic stop and was outside the vehicle when the crash occurred near exit 4
NH — A New Hampshire State Police trooper was fortunate to be outside his cruiser on a traffic stop when a car slammed into his cruiser on Interstate 93 on Monday
The trooper was conducting a traffic stop in the southbound breakdown lane just north of Exit 4 on Monday at about 5:30 p.m
when a car traveling south slammed into the rear of the cruiser
causing significant damage to both vehicles
The car continued into the guardrail and off the side of the road
stating he needed Londonderry Fire and Rescue to respond because the car that hit him was smoking and catching fire
Other troopers arrived and used fire extinguishers to put the fire out quickly
It is unknown now if the car's driver suffered any injuries; the trooper was not injured in the crash
Traffic was backed up for about two miles in the southbound lane while the accident was investigated and the vehicles were towed
NH State Police remind drivers to MOVE OVER-RSA 265:37-a
commonly known as the state’s "Move Over" law
move out of lanes that are partially or wholly blocked
and give plenty of space to emergency response vehicles displaying red
As additional information becomes available
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