Nashua Neighbor Grabs Hose, Saves Home From Fire
When flames erupted at a Nashua garage, Jonathan Paradise didn't wait for firefighters. He grabbed his neighbors' garden hose and started fighting the fire himself.
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Nashua Seeks 100+ Volunteers for Summer Food Drive
United Way of Greater Nashua is rallying volunteers to help stock local food pantries before summer hits and donations typically drop. The annual drive tackles a critical gap when school meals end and families face rising costs.
700 Celebrate at NH Hospital's 35-Year NICU Reunion
Over 200 families gathered to celebrate babies who beat the odds in New Hampshire's only Level III NICU. The reunion honored 35 years of specialized care that gave premature and critically ill newborns a fighting chance.
NH Casino Donates $2.7M to Charities, Breaks Own Record
A New Hampshire casino just handed $2.7 million to local nonprofits, smashing its own state record for the second month straight. Since opening 17 months ago, The Nash has funneled over $31 million to community organizations.
NH Casino Donates Record $2.4M to Charities in One Month
A New Hampshire casino just handed out $2.4 million to a dozen nonprofits in a single month, breaking state records. Under the state's unique charity casino model, every game played directly funds local organizations doing real good.
NH Casino Donates Record $2.4M to Local Nonprofits
A New Hampshire casino just set a state record by donating $2.4 million to 12 local charities in a single month. Since opening last year, The Nash has given away over $28 million to support communities across the state.
Mountain Rescuers Save Two Hypothermic Hikers in NH
When two unprepared hikers collapsed from severe hypothermia on Mount Lafayette, volunteer rescue teams braved dangerous conditions through the night to bring them home safely. One young man who arrived unresponsive regained consciousness after hours of dedicated care.
Bob's Burgers Actor Rescued From Fiery NH Crash
When Eugene Mirman's electric car crashed into a toll plaza and burst into flames, a state trooper and bystanders risked their lives to pull him from the wreckage. The comedian is now recovering thanks to their quick, heroic actions.
Off-Duty Firefighter Saves NH Family From Burning Home
A Massachusetts firefighter driving through New Hampshire spotted flames, evacuated a family who didn't know their home was on fire, and kept the blaze at bay until help arrived. His quick actions prevented what could have been a tragedy.
NH Hospital Opens Substance Recovery Program for New Moms
Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center is using $900,000 in federal funds to create New Hampshire's first specialized inpatient treatment program for pregnant women with substance use disorder. The program will help mothers safely start recovery while preparing to welcome their babies.
NH House Passes Mental Health Support for Volunteer Medics
New Hampshire just voted to give volunteer firefighters, EMTs, and police officers the same mental health resources that state employees get. The bipartisan bill recognizes that 78% of New Hampshire residents rely on volunteer or partially volunteer emergency departments.
NH Teen Madison Beauregard Wins 4th Wrestling Title
Madison Beauregard just became the first girl in New Hampshire history to win four consecutive state wrestling championships. The Concord High senior's journey from wanting to quit in sixth grade to making history shows what's possible when you just keep going.
RI Rescue Saves 71 Parrots from Freezing NH Barn
A Rhode Island parrot rescue swooped in to save 71 birds living in dangerous conditions in an unheated New Hampshire barn. All the parrots are now safe, warm, and getting the medical care they desperately need.
Two Skiers Rescued After 6 Hours Lost on NH Mountain
Two skiers trapped in waist-deep snow and zero visibility on Mount Moosilauke's summit were found safe after a six-hour rescue mission. New Hampshire rescuers used snowmobiles and hiked through brutal conditions to bring them home. #
NH Aviation Museum Needs Volunteers for May 2 Race
A New Hampshire aviation museum is calling for volunteers to help with a community race that funds programs teaching kids to build actual airplanes. The May 2 event supports youth education, including summer camps and high school plane-building projects.
NH Esports Team Wins State Title After Two Years of Losses
After two heartbreaking championship losses, Bow High School's esports team finally claimed their first state title in Super Smash Bros, proving video gaming deserves its place alongside traditional sports. Their journey helped legitimize esports in New Hampshire schools.
Teen Girl Wins NH Wrestling Championship 4 Times in a Row
Madison Beauregard just became the first girl in New Hampshire history to win four consecutive state wrestling championships. The Concord High senior dominated her final match 9-0, pushing through years of proving herself as the only girl on a 50-person team.
Olympic Gold Medalist Calls Bingo at Rochester Senior Center
A 2004 Olympic swimming champion traded the pool for the bingo hall, bringing her gold medal to brighten seniors' Tuesday afternoon. Rhi Jeffrey's visit turned a routine game into an unforgettable celebration.
Passerby Saves Unconscious Motorcyclist on Rural Road
A motorcyclist pinned under his bike on a rarely traveled road was rescued by a stranger who happened to spot him. The quick-thinking passerby's call saved a life that could have been lost on the isolated stretch.
Keene Meals on Wheels Needs You for 1-Hour Daily Routes
Hundreds of homebound neighbors in New Hampshire's Cheshire County need volunteers willing to spare just one hour on weekday mornings. For many recipients, that brief meal delivery is their only face-to-face contact all day.
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