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š± How a Dover-based fuel fund helped one mom rebuild her life
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In today's newsletter:
- How a Dover-based fuel fund helped one mom rebuild her life
- How a Route 16 traffic stop in Dover turned into a pursuit
- How did Dover athletes dominate pools and tracks this weekend?
Also on today's calendar: Recycled Percussion 30th Anniversary Tour and 6 more events.
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Today's riddle: Can February March? š¤ (Answer below!)
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny and not as cold, with a high of 32 and low of 21 degrees.
- Wednesday: Partly sunny, temps: high: 41, low: 24.
- Thursday: Times of clouds and sun, with a high of 41 and low of 32 degrees.
š° News we're reading
ā¢ Gift of Warmth helped Seacoast mom get back on her feet (seacoastonline.com) ā A Seacoast mom shares how Strafford Countyās Community Action Partnership and the Gift of Warmth program helped her escape homelessness and stabilize her family, and organizers are now asking for community support. Dover residents can donate by mailing checks to CAPSCās Central Avenue office or giving online, with all funds going directly to local fuel and winter emergency assistance. Contact information is provided for anyone needing help with heating or other crises. 
ā¢ Somersworth woman faces multiple charges after allegedly leading police on pursuit in Dover (wmur.com) ā A Somersworth woman is facing multiple charges after allegedly fleeing a state trooper on Route 16 in Dover and reportedly reaching speeds over 100 mph. She was arrested Saturday evening and is expected in court Monday, drawing attention to highway safety through Dover.
ā¢ Weekend Roundup: Dover swim wins invite; also wrestling, track results (seacoastonline.com) ā Dover High School swimmers dominated the Icebreaker Invitational at UNH, with the girls winning four events and taking the overall team title while several boys posted top finishes. Dover track athletes also shined in a 12-team meet in Maine, where the girls placed second overall behind Concord. Itās a strong early-season showing for Green Wave athletes across multiple sports.
šø Around Dover
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Wee Ones Wednesdays
The Children's Museum of New Hampshire , 6 Washington Street , Dover
9:15 am -
Caregiver Cafe - Held at Dover Chamber of Commerce
Dover Chamber of Commerce , 550 Central Ave , Dover
10:30 am -
'A Christmas Carol'
The Players' Ring Theatre , 105 Marcy Street , Portsmouth
7:30 pm -
Community Connections at Stella's Cafe
Stella's Cafe , 50 Point Place, Suite 33 , Dover
7:00 am -
Carols, Cookies & Community
Greater Dover Chamber of Commerce , 218 Central Ave , Dover
6:30 pm -
'A Christmas Carol'
The Players' Ring Theatre , 105 Marcy Street , Portsmouth
7:30 pm -
Live Music Art Cafe Session
Greater Dover Chamber of Commerce , 262 Central Ave , Dover
4:00 pm -
'A Christmas Carol'
The Players' Ring Theatre , 105 Marcy Street , Portsmouth
7:30 pm -
Recycled Percussion 30th Anniversary Tour
Rochester Opera House , 31 Wakefield St , Rochester
3:00 pm
Wednesday December 17
Thursday December 18
Saturday December 20
Saturday December 27
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š Events Nearby
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BUSINESS OPEN HOUSE December 2025: Spring Village at Dover
Greater Dover Chamber of Commerce , 35 Pointe Place , Dover
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'A Christmas Carol'
The Players' Ring Theatre , 105 Marcy Street , Portsmouth
7:30 pm -
Babytime Somersworth
Idlehurst Elementary School , 46 Stackpole Rd , Somersworth
10:00 am -
Drop-In Open Art Lab for Kids
Dover Public Library , 61 Locust St. , Dover
3:30 pm
Tuesday December 16
Wednesday December 17
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RSP Studio Custom Framing ā for all your framing needs. - The Art Center ā (603) 978-6702
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- I live on Old Rochester Road near the Blackwater Road yellow blinking light.
When I left for work at 5:30 last night, I didn't know the tailgate on my car was open. I backed out of my driveway and when I went forward a fewā¦ (Nextdoor Blackwater)
- McDonald's posted a job opening for $18.50 Experienced Shift Manager in Dover. Apply here.
- Healthcare Services Group posted a job opening for Prep Cook in Dover. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Dover here.
š Nearby News
Somersworth
- Off-duty Maine police officer helps apprehend suspect in New Hampshire chase (wmtw.com)
Durham
- Durham Man Arrested on Hunter Harassment and Felony Threatening/Conduct Charges (nhfishgame.com)
- UNH men's hockey team defeats previously unbeaten Dartmouth for 5th straight win (unionleader.com)
Rochester
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