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Rochester antique VW Beetle specialist accused of ripping off clients
A Rochester man who specializes in fixing antique Volkswagen Beetles is facing years in prison on theft charges after he allegedly took money from clients and failed to complete the requested repairs.
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Belmont state rep alleged to be living illegally in RV and garage asks judge to toss lawsuit against him
A state representative being sued by the town of Belmont for allegedly residing illegally in an RV and garage on his property asked a judge on Wednesday to dismiss the action, calling it a politically driven, selective prosecution.
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Mass. fugitive caught in Pembroke campground
Federal marshals caught one of Massachusetts' most wanted sex offenders at a campground in Pembroke Wednesday morning, according to federal officials.
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Wolfeboro girl, 17, dead after dump truck crashes into her car
A 17-year-old Wolfeboro girl was killed Wednesday when her car was struck by a dump truck on Route 28 at the intersection of Route 171, according to police.
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Dive into marine science at UNH's Ocean Discovery Day
Touch a horseshoe crab, map the ocean floor and drive a remotely operated vehicle at the University of New Hampshire's Ocean Discovery Day on Saturday.
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See how challenging 'Working Underwater' can be
RYE mdash Get a closer look at undersea exploration and engineering at a new exhibit called Working Underwater at the Seacoast Science Center, 570 Ocean Blvd.The exhibit, located adjacent to the centerrsquos Gulf of Maine Hall, covers historic milestones in divingrsquos...
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Lucy Kaplansky takes a walk along 'Everyday Street'
Lucy Kaplansky is doing two New Hampshire shows this week in support of her new album, 'Everyday Street.'
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Grammy-winning violinists brings star power to Symphony NH
When Symphony NH kicks off its 95th season this weekend, one of the classical world's most prolific violinists and composers will be in its spotlight.
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Improv's Upright Citizens Brigade is quick on its feet
Lily Du, a cast member of the Upright Citizens Brigade Touring Company, talked about the constant juggling act on stage.
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Merrimack brewery serves up lumberjack championship
Seventy athletes will chip away at sawing competitions at the Buschhhhh Lumberjack Championship from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday at the Anheuser-Busch brewery, 221 Daniel Webster Highway.
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Capital Arts Festival to take over Concord's Main Street
Artisans from the League of New Hampshire Craftsmen will be featured at the Capital Arts Festival from Friday through Sunday along South Main Street.
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How will Deerfield Fair's new event pan out?
DEERFIELD mdash The Deerfield Fair for the first time in 142 years is serving up a womenrsquos fry pan toss competition.Though food is a big draw at the annual fair, this new event is less about whatrsquos in the pan than how far fair-goers can throw it. Itrsquos all about...
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Manchester police investigate reported stabbing
Manchester police are investigating a stabbing that occurred in the area of Maple and Spruce streets Tuesday night.
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Mike Shalin's Working Press -- It's official: Betts is my AL MVP
OK, I've changed my mind. Mookie Betts is the Most Valuable Player in the American League.
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'Rookie Rugby' aimed at kids
Brigit Ryan-Souza has been a rugby player since her college days at Sacred Heart University, which was her first chance to learn and participate in the sport. By helping create and run Amoskeag Rugby Football Club's rookie rugby sessions, she is looking to provide that opportunity to those interested in the sport before they reach middle school.
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Tasting Notes with Jim Beauregard: Guinness is not just for St. Patrick's Day
Guinness deserves an article all its own. Especially because the founder of the brewing company, Arthur Guinness, was born on Sept. 24, 1725, 293 years ago this week.
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Our Gourmet: Burgers great, but a bit of a wait
With fall looming and temperatures cooling, our thoughts turned to youth hockey equipment so we headed to Concord on a recent Sunday to browse, buy and get something to eat.
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No Boston rail service prompts Londonderry firm's move to Mass.
A Londonderry company is relocating to Andover, Mass. because of a lack of passenger train service from Boston.
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