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Also on today's calendar: Hampton Child Care Center Open House and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: Why do fish live in salt water? 🤔 (Answer below!)
1. Southern District YMCA names Reid van Keulen as new CEO (seacoastonline.com) — The Southern District YMCA, based in Exeter, has promoted longtime leader Reid van Keulen to serve as its new CEO after a national search. His appointment comes as the organization expands childcare and health programs, including a new Hampton Center preschool, shaping services that many Exeter-area families rely on for youth development, wellness, and after-school care.
2. Two NH Spots were named 'New England's best places to retire' (granitepostnews.com) — Exeter is being spotlighted nationally as one of New England's best places to retire, thanks to strong healthcare access, senior services, and classic four-season charm. Travel + Leisure and other rankings highlight Exeter's higher-than-average home prices but also its vibrant festivals, farmers markets, and sizable 65-plus population, giving current and future residents a clearer picture of aging in town.
3. New Ranking Of NH's Public High Schools Released By U.S. News; Exeter Makes Top 20 (patch.com) — Exeter High School has been ranked among the top 20 public high schools in New Hampshire by U.S. News & World Report's 2026-2027 Best High Schools list. The statewide rankings compare performance, college readiness, and outcomes across 101 high schools, giving Exeter families fresh context for how their local school stacks up against others across New Hampshire and the nation.
4. Mariners' Championship Another Win For The Local Guys (capecodchronicle.com) — An Exeter native, pitcher Cam Keaveney, played a key role in closing out an inning during Harwich's Cape Cod Baseball League championship run. The story celebrates how New England and local players, including Keaveney, helped power the Mariners to another title, offering Exeter fans a fun connection to one of summer baseball's most storied leagues.
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