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A new outpatient addiction treatment center opened Monday in Claremont, New Hampshire, bringing critical care closer to a community hit hard by overdoses. The facility offers same-day walk-in services, eliminating travel barriers that previously kept many people from getting help.
A New Hampshire casino just handed $2.7 million to 14 local charities, breaking its own monthly donation record for the second time in a row. The Nash Casino's unique charity model turns every gaming dollar into community support.
A New Hampshire casino just broke the state's charitable giving record by donating $2.4 million to local nonprofits in a single month. The Nash operates under a unique model that directs gaming revenue straight to community organizations.
A small New Hampshire ski area is giving away free lift tickets during school vacation week thanks to a local foundation grant. The volunteer-run hill is asking the community to help keep the slopes open for families who can't afford expensive ski resorts.
A small New Hampshire community raised $10.7 million to build a year-round recreation center that will give kids and families four extra months of indoor sports and activities. The 33,500-square-foot facility, 20 years in the making, opens next winter at The Nick recreation park in Wolfeboro. #
A New Hampshire casino gave away $12.6 million to local charities in 2025, bringing its six-year total to over $41 million. The donations funded everything from hunger relief to early childhood education across the region.
Family Promise of Southern New Hampshire helped prevent homelessness for 2,535 people last year, 42 times more than in 2020. Now they need volunteers to babysit during life-changing classes that keep families housed.
Dozens of volunteers spent their Saturday scrubbing seats and sorting equipment at Minnesota's State Street Theater, bringing new life to a beloved community space. From retired teachers to high school students, people of all ages showed up to help keep the historic venue running.
A small New Hampshire city is constructing underground tunnels to help endangered salamanders safely cross busy roads during their annual spring migration. Similar tunnels in Vermont have already reduced amphibian deaths by 80%.
New York just became the first state to hit pause on massive data centers, giving officials time to create rules that protect residents and the environment. It's a win for communities worried about rising utility bills and strained resources.
Eighty members of Visakhapatnam's Bengali community welcomed their New Year with traditional songs and white-and-red attire along the city's scenic Beach Road. The Poila Baisakh celebration brought together generations in a vibrant morning procession honoring their cultural heritage.
After devastating floods swamped their homes in minutes, a small New Zealand settlement is pioneering the country's first community-led relocation to higher ground. Their courage is creating a roadmap for climate adaptation worldwide.
When seven-year-old Ben O'Reilly struggled with isolation as the only deaf student in his New Hampshire district, his entire school learned sign language to include him. What started with a few classmates has transformed into a schoolwide embrace of communication and belonging.
Malaysia's Sarawak state celebrated Chinese New Year with an open house event that brought together people from all backgrounds. The gathering showcased how traditional celebrations can strengthen bonds across diverse communities.
Researchers in India discovered a rare new plant species in a community-protected forest, proving that local stewardship can safeguard biodiversity better than we imagined. The find highlights how indigenous communities are protecting species science didn't even know existed.
A small New Zealand town is rallying to rescue their beloved 40-year-old indoor pool where four generations have learned to swim. The community has already raised $129,000 toward a $2 million renovation, but time is running out.
A Washington community's 20 years of giving just opened a new breast clinic designed to feel less like a hospital and more like a place of hope. The standalone facility brings advanced surgical care right to Puyallup's doorstep.
Two new bridges are coming to Ghana's Hohoe Constituency, promising safer travel and better access to markets for farming communities that have dealt with dangerous crossings for too long. Construction starts this month with a two-month timeline for the first bridge.
Over 200 families from the Uttar Pradesh diaspora gathered in New Jersey to celebrate their shared heritage and strengthen bonds. The event featured traditional Indian street food, games for all ages, and a unique family introduction session.
A fishing community in Nigeria's oil-rich Akwa Ibom State is gaining new tools to fight back against decades of environmental damage. The Jesuit Refugee Service is helping residents speak up, monitor pollution, and reclaim their future.
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