Moment of Silence for Bombing Victims Today

1. 2:50 p.m. New Hampshire Gov. Maggie Hassan has asked for the state's residents to join Massachusetts in a moment of silence for the victims of the Boston Marathon bombings a week ago. Read more here.

2. School vacation. School vacation has begun. Are you looking for ways to get out of the house with the kids? Check out a list of events going on this week around New Hampshire. We've also got a roundup of what's going on at the Merrimack Public Library for you. Have a fun and safe week.

3. Earth Day. Today we celebrate the Earth and the importance of doing things big and small to make sure we preserve it. Whether you ride your bike to work to reduce carbon emissions or pick up trash during your weekly or daily walks, there are plenty of simple ways to help care for our planet. What do you do on a regular basis to help reduce your carbon footprint? Tell us in the comments section below.

4. Fun fact. On this day in history, 1876 the first ever National League baseball game was played in Philadelphia. The National League is the world's oldest current professional team sports league.

5. Weather watch. Sunny and cool today with a high near 54 degrees. This morning may see some frost before 8 a.m. Tonight will be partly cloudy with a low around 34.