Hiker Dies In The North Country; New Hampshire Schools Ranked 5th In The Nation; More: PM Patch NH

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This post features stories and information published during the past 24 hours.

New York Hiker Suffers Medical Emergency, Dies After Hiking North Country Trail: Daniel Sweet of Hammond, NY, died on Tuesday afternoon after hiking the Rattle River Trail in Shelburne.

Here's Where To Find The Cheapest Groceries In New Hampshire, New Study Says: A new analysis compared prices at more than 2,000 stores nationwide to determine which chain offers the most affordable prices.

New Hampshire Schools Are No. 5 In Nation, New Ranking Says: Despite years of attacks against GOP governors and legislators, NH schools continue to excel compared to the rest of the United States.

Miss Hampton Beach; Concerts; Farmers’ Markets; Yard Sales; Photo Classes; And More: Get Out, NH: Book sale, author events, Operation Santa Claus Fisher Cats night, paranormal truth seeker expo, art, crafts, motorcycle rally for vets.

NHTI Launches Living Learning Community For Future Healthcare Professionals: The Allied Health Living Learning community enables students to collaborate and is open to all on-campus and commuter students.

A Toast To Local Flavor, Community Spirit, And A Bold New Culinary Experience: The ribbon-cutting event at Figaro’s Martini Bar + Kitchen was bursting with energy as attendees enjoyed cocktails and warm conversations.

Man From Concord Faces Speeding, Second Driving Under The Influence Charge: Concord Police Log: Pitman Street mischief, assault; MA woman accused of revocation, disobeying officer; Loudon woman faces Westbourne Road disorderly charge.

Nashua Felon Indicted On Criminal Threatening, Gun Possession Charges: Superior Court Roundup: Thief indicted on a new theft charge; elderly man indicted on child sexual abuse images charges; Merrimack woman indicted on cocaine charge.

Concord Woman Indicted On 4th DUI, Stolen Vehicle Charges: Superior Court Roundup: Plus: Man indicted on Canterbury child sexual solicitation charges; Franklin man faces gun threat charges; felon indicted on knife charge.

Driver With Priors Crashes Car Into House And Flees; Woman Killed In Apartment Fire ID’d: PM Patch NH: Eateries with the best wine selections; driver strikes utility pole, bus stop sign; man gets 30 to 90 years in prison on child rape charges.

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