‘Beat this thing’: Facing cancer head-on
I had seen signs for the Rock’N Race before, but never knew what it was about. We’d go downtown to get something to eat, and there wouldn’t be a parking spot anywhere. “Oh, that darn race is today!” Wow — has my perspective changed. I wish everyone, near and far, could experience this event. The…
Kiwanis Club donates equipment to NHTI Paramedic Program
For more than 30 years, the Concord Kiwanis Club has supported the NHTI Paramedic Program, specifically as it relates to pediatric trauma training. Infants/toddlers and young kids are not simply small adults and need specialized handling. The Kiwanis Club is a non-partisan, non-denominational group that strives to strengthen communities, with a focus on children. The…
Strengthening rural healthcare pathways through the community college system
The Community College System of New Hampshire (CCSNH) is committed to providing high-quality education that connects students to meaningful careers while supporting the State’s workforce needs. With more than $6.7 million in year-one funding from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services’ Rural Health Transformation program — and up to $37.7 million over five years…
Concord Girl Scout takes action against skin cancer
Girl Scout Madison Duffy knew that most teenagers don’t bother with sunscreen and like to go to tanning salons, unaware of the dangers. She took action by creating a Melanoma Awareness for Teens project, which has resulted in her earning the highest honor in Girl Scouting for a high school student, the Girl Scout Gold…
“Emergence”: Spring Juried Members Exhibition
New London’s Center for the Arts (CFA) is pleased to host “Emergence,” a juried exhibition showcasing the work of CFA Member Artists through June 27 at the CFA Members Gallery in New London. “Emergence” highlights artwork inspired by themes of transformation, renewal,and the shifting energy that arrives as spring moves toward summer. The exhibitionreflects both…
The Community Players of Concord to present “To Kill a Mockingbird”
As the third main stage offering of its 98th season, The Community Players of Concord willpresent “To Kill a Mockingbird,” Christopher Sergel’s stage adaptation of the 1960 Pulitzer Prize-winning novel by Harper Lee. The classic story was also featured in the 1962 Oscar-winning film starring Gregory Peck as Atticus Finch. The Players’ production will be…
A downtown collaboration: Wine aroma kits
Wine on Main and CandleTree have unveiled a new collaboration: Wine aroma kits. These kits serve as a helpful tool for people looking to refine their sense of smell as they dive more into wine-tasting — and they’re a fun addition to any household! Learn more from Emma Stetson who owns Wine on Main, in…
Summer camp promotes connection
Communication is at an all-time high, but are we connected? The answer iscomplicated. We certainly can be. The internet’s rise was exciting because we had “the world at our fingertips!” Inseconds, we can communicate with someone thousands of miles away. We can receiveimmediate notifications of events across the country and watch them in real time,sending…
Solid waste and recycling conference coming to Concord
More than 300 municipal recycling and solid waste professionals from New Hampshire and across New England are expected to gather in Concord on May 18 for the NH Recycles Recycling Conference & Expo, a one-day event focused on the practical challenges facing municipal recycling and waste management programs. Hosted by NH Recycles at the Grappone Conference Center, the conference brings together transfer station operators, municipal leaders, recycling coordinators, public works staff,…
2026 MATHCOUNTS State Competition winners announced
Local winners of the New Hampshire State MATHCOUNTS competition held on March 14 at NHTI will represent New Hampshire at the National MATHCOUNTS competition in Orlando, FL in May. MATHCOUNTS is a national mathematics competition to provide engaging math programs to 6th, 7th and 8th grade students of all ability levels to build confidence and…
Celebrate the return of nesting birds
Celebrate the return of our nesting bird species at NH Audubon’s Massabesic Center and Wildlife Sanctuary on Saturday, April 11! We’ll be hosting a series of activities throughout the day to kick off the nesting season, from building birdhouses and short bird walks to learning more about our nesting bird species at Massabesic and discovering how…
NHTI alum installs college’s new X-ray equipment
Jason Olenio graduated from NHTI-Concord’s Community College in 1992 with an associate degree in Radiologic Technology. 34 years later, he returned to campus to install medical imaging equipment that will be used by current students enrolled in the same program. “We do this every day,” said Olenio, describing his job at Associated X-Ray Imaging Corporation.…
Concord Hospital’s The Family Place selected for statewide TeamBirth initiative
Concord Hospital is among the first five hospitals in New Hampshire to participate in the statewide rollout of TeamBirth, an evidence-based maternity care model designed to strengthen communication, shared decision-making, and safety during labor and delivery. The initiative, coordinated by the Foundation for Healthy Communities, marks the first cohort of New Hampshire hospitals to implement…
Choosing the right summer camp: What really matters for your child
For many families, summer camp isn’t just a way to fill the long days between school years — it’s a chance for kids to grow in ways that don’t always happen in a classroom. But with so many options available, choosing the right camp can feel overwhelming. Parents often start by looking at schedules, locations,…
Why I run and how others can get started
There’s something truly powerful about running. While the act itself is simple, it holds a quiet strength that transforms both mind and body. No fancy gear or complicated moves. Simply put one foot in front of the other, over and over, and syncing with the rhythm of your breath. Long before I started running, I…
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