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A couple in New Hampshire found freedom when a home care robot named Robbie helped manage the husband's traumatic brain injury and dementia. The wheeled assistant reminds him to eat, guides workouts, and gives his wife precious time back.
A 66-year-old hiker who fell on a remote New Hampshire trail was airlifted to safety after spending a night in the mountains. The successful rescue showcases the quick response of emergency teams in challenging terrain.
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Over 230 years after Ona Judge fled slavery from George Washington's presidential mansion, a stunning new mural in Portsmouth, New Hampshire celebrates her courageous journey to freedom. The artwork brings visibility to a story that reminds us how individuals can change their own destiny against impossible odds.
Retired Master Sergeant Lee Hurdle has played Taps at over 7,160 military funerals since 2008, after seeing a CD player hidden behind a gravestone irritated him into action. His dedication keeps a sacred military tradition alive at New Hampshire State Veterans Cemetery, where volunteers are the heart of honoring those who served.
Middle schoolers in Rye, New Hampshire built a tiny 5.5-foot boat that survived 462 days at sea, hurricanes, and 8,300 miles of ocean to reach Norway. Inside, Norwegian students discovered colorful artwork, acorns, and handmade treasures that sparked an instant friendship across the Atlantic.
Great Bay Community College just celebrated a major milestone with 288 students earning degrees and certificates at its 80th commencement ceremony. Nearly 200 graduates walked across the stage in Portsmouth, surrounded by cheering families who watched their loved ones achieve dreams that often took years of hard work to realize.
A ragtag Paralympic sled hockey team that nobody believed in just became the subject of a powerful new documentary celebrating their 2002 gold medal triumph. The film "Ice Gold" premieres at Portsmouth Music Hall, honoring the New Hampshire coaches who led Team USA from worst to first.
A Rhode Island rescue team raced to save 71 parrots living in a freezing barn without electricity or water after predators had already attacked some birds. Now safe and receiving medical care, these colorful survivors are getting a second chance at life.
When dozens of parrots were found living in a New Hampshire barn without heat or water, Rhode Island Parrot Rescue mobilized to save every single bird. All 71 parrots are now safe and recovering.
Brian "Head" Welch, founding guitarist of metal band Korn, is channeling his struggle with depression into Atlantic Behavioral Health, opening outpatient treatment centers across Massachusetts and New Hampshire. The 55-year-old musician wants others to access the community-based care he wishes he'd had.
A first grader in Berlin, New Hampshire, is proving you're never too young to brighten someone's day. Ivy hand-painted vases, arranged fresh flowers, and personally delivered them to local nursing home residents.
On warm spring nights in Lebanon, New Hampshire, volunteers become crossing guards for migrating frogs and salamanders. These amphibian heroes help spotted salamanders, wood frogs, and spring peepers safely reach their breeding pools without becoming roadkill.
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.
Janet Applefield, a Holocaust survivor, spoke to a packed audience in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, ensuring her story of survival lives on for future generations. The April 12 event at Temple Israel brought together community members across faiths to honor Holocaust Remembrance Day.
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.
A food pantry in Portsmouth, New Hampshire runs on the energy of 60 volunteers who show up every single day to stock shelves, cook meals, and restore dignity to families facing food insecurity. Their collective effort just earned one retired engineer the Volunteer of the Year award, but he says it's really about everyone who keeps coming back.
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.
More than 100 people gathered in Antrim, New Hampshire, to celebrate 75 volunteers who dedicate their time to enriching the lives of local teens. The teens themselves took center stage, sharing heartfelt stories of how volunteer piano teachers, cooking instructors, and clothing drive organizers changed their lives.
A Double-A baseball team pulled off one of the rarest feats in modern baseball history, scoring 10 runs in a single inning despite recording only one hit. The wild second inning featured eight walks, four wild pitches, and two hit batters as frozen conditions created chaos on the field.
A New Hampshire city is transforming a devastating invasive insect infestation into an opportunity to grow a healthier, more diverse forest for future generations. The project will cost taxpayers nearly nothing while protecting a beloved scenic area.
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