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Portsmouth's Week in Review: Crashes, Arrests, Marijuana, Politics, and More
Some of the stories and posts on Portsmouth NH Patch last week.

Rent Unaffordable for Average Worker in NH
A study shows New Hampshire workers must make $20.54 an hour to afford rent in the state, more than the $14 average renter’s salary.By PATCH STAFF (Patch Staff) Jul 26, 2015
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Nearby News: Deadly Crashes, Guarding Recruitment Centers, and Flashers Arrested
Plus, no welfare cash for tattoos or cigarettes, strangler caught, freezer fire extinguished, sobriety checkpoint arrests, and teens busted.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 25, 2015
PortsmouthNH.com(@PortsmouthNHcom)
Come watch the parade of beauties at the 69th annual Miss Hampton Beach Pageant today! Details here :http://t.co/rm2uPBxiHc/
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McPherson: Charlotte Pastor Welcomes Two New Members
Smith & Wesson.By SCOTT MCPHERSON (Open Post) Jul 25, 20150Patch LocalStream
Portsmouth Library(@portsmouthlibnh)
Into #dance? Learn about ballet, Bollywood, swing, Michael Jackson’s Thriller, Greek dance & more at the How-To fest! http://t.co/9ow3Tuyjm7
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Bank Continues Support of Dental Care for the Homeless
Families First Health and Support Center’s mobile dental program receives a grant to continue its work in Exeter, Portsmouth.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 25, 20150Patch LocalStream
Portsmouth NH Fire(@portsmouthnhfd)
ECC FIRE - BOX ALARM 7/26/2015 1:43AM District: 1 STREET BOX 43 342 ISLINGTON ST PORTSMOUTH, NH
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Portsmouth Police Log: Men Arrested on Domestic Violence Charges
Plus, a Massachusetts man was arrested for driving after revocation and speeding.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 24, 2015Patch LocalStream
Portsmouth NH Fire(@portsmouthnhfd)
ECC FIRE - OUTSIDE FIRE 7/25/2015 9:44PM District: 3 HARVARD ST PORTSMOUTH, NH
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Let’s Get Movin’ Mom and Me Drum Workshop
Create a drum! Enjoy some yoga!By CHERYL ROSSMAN (Open Post) Jul 24, 20150Patch LocalStream
Prescott Park Arts Festival
pirates come in all sizes in these parts. Peter Pan tonight at 8, tomorrow at 7. C&J Bus Lines
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Let’s Get Movin’ Yoga and Reptiles
What to do Wednesday July 29th? Yoga and ReptilesBy CHERYL ROSSMAN (Open Post) Jul 25, 20150Patch LocalStream
PrescottParkArtsFest(@PrescottPark)
pirates come in all sizes in these parts. Peter Pan tonight at 8pm, tomorrow at 7pm. @cjbuslines…https://t.co/9GxcZnGzOe-/
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Check Out Middle Street, Other Homes this Weekend
Here are the open house listings on Portsmouth NH Patch.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 24, 20150Patch LocalStream
Portsmouth NH Fire(@portsmouthnhfd)
ECC FIRE - ALARM ACTIVATION 7/25/2015 6:58PM District: 1 799 SOUTH ST PORTSMOUTH, NH
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Looking for Work? There are 1,600+ Jobs Listed on Patch
Here are some of the available employment opportunities in Portsmouth and on the Seacoast.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 24, 2015Patch LocalStream
Strawbery Banke Museum
Just talked to Chef Patrick Redden at Pocos Bow Street Cantina -- one of the 4 #StarChefs for 2015 Vintage & Vine on Sep 12. Can’t wait!
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McPherson: Gov. Hassan Drags Her Feet
While people suffer.By SCOTT MCPHERSON (Open Post) Jul 24, 20151Patch LocalStream
Portsmouth Professional Firefighters Local 1313
Have you purchased your chance for the 2015 Can-Am Off-Road Outlander L 450? Last day to purchase online is 7/29 after that you will need to see one of us in the area during the Jericho ATV Festival!
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UNH Poll: 60 Percent of Granite Staters Favor Legalizing Recreational Pot
The University of New Hampshire Survey Center found the strongest support for legalization can be found among liberals (77 percent).By JASON CLAFFEY (Patch Staff) Jul 23, 2015Patch LocalStream
The Greater Portsmouth Chamber of Commerce
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Check Out Concord Way, Other Portsmouth Homes
A roundup of homes that are currently on the market.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 23, 20150Patch LocalStream
PortsmouthNH.com(@PortsmouthNHcom)
The world-renowned Big Apple Circus is proud to present an all new stage show at the Music Hall today! Details here: http://t.co/5VKk20Oxba/
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67 State Reps to Governor: Let Guardsmen Carry Guns
In the wake of Tennessee shootings, private citizens guarding recruitment centers, elected officials are calling for a change in NH policy.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 23, 20151Patch LocalStream
Prescott Park Arts Festival
Grab this delicious coupon in The Sound before you head to our Shakespeare in Prescott Park production of As You Like It tomorrow! British accent not required.
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Portsmouth Weather: Messy Weekend Weather Expected
But there might be one day in there that is good.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 23, 20150Patch LocalStream
Portsmouth NH Fire(@portsmouthnhfd)
ECC FIRE - ALARM ACTIVATION 7/25/2015 1:00PM District: 1 1240 MAPLEWOOD AVE PORTSMOUTH, NH
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McPherson: Freedom and Security
Here’s the cover of my new book!By SCOTT MCPHERSON (Open Post) Jul 23, 20151Patch LocalStream
PrescottParkArtsFest(@PrescottPark)
grab this delicious coupon in The Sound before you head to As You Like It tomorrow. British accent…https://t.co/Styipt0TQT/
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Study: If You Work in Metro Boston, You Should Live in NH
Lower taxes, lower crime, lower housing expenses add up to a better quality of life, according to analysis by HSH.com.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 23, 2015Patch LocalStream
Prescott Park Arts Festival
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Are your Pets Ticked Off?
Natural Repellents may be the answer to pest management.By GREEN ALLIANCE (Star Patcher) Jul 23, 2015Patch LocalStream
The Greater Portsmouth Chamber of Commerce
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Climate Ride Northeast - Bar Harbor to Boston Bike-a-thon
Climate Ride, Northeast Ride, Bar Harbor, BostonBy ALYSE LAVOIE (Open Post) Jul 23, 20150Patch LocalStream
Portsmouth Music and Arts Center
Come visit us until12:30pm Prescott Park Arts Festival #instrumentpettingzoo
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Arrests, Arts, a Life Saved, and More
Some of the posts and stories so far this week on Portsmouth NH Patch.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 22, 20150Patch LocalStream
SASS New Hampshire
The Portsmouth Regional Hospital is on a mission to make today’s Community Access to Recovery Day (11 a.m.-3 p.m.) more comfortable and accessible. There will be a safe walk way from the entrance...
Street.life! Returns to Downtown Portsmouth
Annual Greater Portsmouth Chamber of Commerce fundraising dinner will be held at the 3S Artspace.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 22, 2015Patch LocalStream
Portsmouth Farmers’ Market
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Street.life! Returns to Downtown Portsmouth
Annual Greater Portsmouth Chamber of Commerce fundraising dinner will be held at the 3S Artspace.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 22, 2015
Quick Response in Portsmouth Saves Man
Portsmouth Police Auxiliary Officer Andy Nitschelm helps a painter that fell more than 20 feet off a ladder while house painting.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 22, 2015
Discover Portsmouth Center
Emmy-Award winning producer Ken Browne screens and discusses his two documentaries July 23: Four Hands One Heart (the story of Ed + Mary Scheier) and A League of their Own (a documentary about...
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‘Violent’ NH Fugitive Sought
New Hampshire Joint Fugitive Task Force is looking for first-degree assaulter Charles James Sally Jr. on a parole violation.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 22, 20150Patch LocalStream
Runner’s Alley Redhook 5K
So true!
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McPherson: Police Are Not Your Friends
Avoid them at all cost.By SCOTT MCPHERSON (Open Post) Jul 22, 20151Patch LocalStream
Portsmouth Public Library (NH) Youth Services
Super librarians doing super things!
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Portsmouth Police, SWAT, Others to Hold Training Exercise Friday
Praetorian 724 is designed to prepare first responders for a high-level critical incident; high noise levels expected on July 23.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 22, 2015Patch LocalStream
Portsmouth Public Library (NH)
Some of our staff pose as everyday heroes. Our Come-As-Your-Hero party starts at 2:30 today! facebook.com/events/714541845318471/
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Infinite Imaging Grows Creative Design Department
Kelly Goodwin and Lauren Schade join local visual communications company.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 22, 20150Patch LocalStream
Strawbery Banke Museum
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Cops: Pennsylvania Driver Runs Red Light, Causes Crash
I-95 South was closed for about 45 minutes at Market Street as police cleared the scene.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 21, 2015Patch LocalStream
The Greater Portsmouth Chamber of Commerce
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Sold! Richards Avenue Goes for $740K
The latest properties that are off the market in Portsmouth.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 21, 20150Patch LocalStream
Portsmouth Public Library (NH) Youth Services
Who will you be at our Heroes party later today? Come by at 2:30 when all the heroes will at the party!
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NH Drug Czar Offers Opioid Crisis Recommendations
Jack Wozmak issues 22 points to strengthen Granite State efforts to combat heroin, substance abuse problems.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 21, 2015Patch LocalStream
Portsmouth Public Library (NH) Youth Services
Some heroes you might recognize!
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The Mall at Fox Run and Amity Publications to Host Special Family Fun Night!
Family Fun Night Summer Series!By TEAMLAURENCALENDAR (Open Post) Jul 21, 20150Patch LocalStream
SASS New Hampshire
Our hero of the week! “It’s not an easy story to tell. It never will be. But she says she’s willing to tell her story again and again if it means sexual violence is no longer swept under the rug...
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New Hampshire to Welfare Recipients: No More Pot, Tattoos Or Smoke
The new law goes into effect in two months.By PATCH STAFF (Patch Staff) Jul 21, 2015Patch LocalStream
Portsmouth Public Library (NH)
We have now opened sign-ups for the local author fair to authors within 20 miles of Portsmouth. There are about 10 spots left! Stay tuned for more news about this great event...
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RE/MAX INTEGRA, New England June 2015 Housing Report
The lively summer housing market is in full swing in New England.By MEGANM (Open Post) Jul 22, 20150Patch LocalStream
A Safe Place NH
Lawyers are expensive and survivors of domestic violence are not always able to afford them. A new report proposes a simple solution to reduce this issue and support survivors.
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Agnes M. Lindsay Trust Helps Break Down Dental Care Barriers
Org donates $5,000 to Families First will be used at Cross Roads House in Portsmouth and St. Vincent dePaul Society in Exeter.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 21, 20150Patch LocalStream
Prescott Park Arts Festival
all the more reason to come to the park - the Tall Ships are here! catch these beauties at the pier until Sunday!
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Woman Arrested for Fraudulent Prescription
NHSP alleged that Julie Kean attempted to obtain a controlled drug by fraud or deceit at Rite AidBy TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 21, 2015Patch LocalStream
The Greater Portsmouth Chamber of Commerce
The countdown is on: 7 days until the SOLD OUT dinner you have all been waiting for!http://portsmouthstreetlife.com/
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Spanish Tall Ship El Galeon Andalucia to Arrive Wednesday
16th century galeón class sailing ship to lead Boat Parade starting at 4 p.m.By CHUCK MCMAHON (Open Post) Jul 21, 2015Patch LocalStream
SASS New Hampshire
Don’t forget! This Thursday, July 23rd we are hosting an Open House for Pease employees! Come meet your new neighbors and enjoy coffee, breakfast goodies and even a chance to win a door prize to...
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Jobs in the Insurance, Healthcare Fields in Portsmouth
Genesis Healthcare, Liberty Mutual, and other employers have openings.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 20, 20150Patch LocalStream
The Greater Portsmouth Chamber of Commerce
Join the The Music Hall on August 1st for their ‘Fill the Hall Food Drive’ benefiting Seacoast Family Food Pantry.
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Seacoast Author Discusses His New Novel
Gary Patton will discuss his satirical novel “Selling Mt. Washington” on July 21 at the Water Street Bookstore in Exeter.By GARY PATTON (Open Post) Jul 20, 20150Patch LocalStream
Foundation for Seacoast Health
AMERICAN RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE, Tuesday, August 4th at the Community Campus from 8 am to 4 pm in the Indoor Playroom
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Teens Injured in Crash
New Hampshire State Police say speed may be a factor in early morning accident in Epping; two sent to area hospitals.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 20, 2015Patch LocalStream
A Safe Place NH
Happening in our community: She is one of the premier speakers in the U.S. proclaiming love as the most powerful force for social change and she is coming to NH! She recently appeared in the PBS...
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Photographing Portsmouth
Check out the best Seacoast Contest to display your photography skillsByPORTSMOUTH FORWARD (Open Post) Jul 20, 2015Patch LocalStream
Leadership Seacoast
Congrats to recent Leadership Seacoast graduate, Diane Lavigne! Check out how she is going to help out her community in the coming year with the knowledge she learned at Leadership Seacoast... ...
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How Dependent Is New Hampshire On The Federal Government?
A new study breaks it down.By PATCH STAFF (Patch Staff) Jul 20, 20151Patch LocalStream
Leadership Seacoast
ALUMNI: Visit and tour the Ghost Ship at Portsmouth Naval Shipyard next Thurs, July 30. SPACE is limited. For details and to sign uphttps://www.surveymonkey.com/s/QJX37YT
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Three Arrested at NH Sobriety Checkpoint
Massachusetts man and Maine woman charged with DWI; juvenile arrested for felony drug dealing charge.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 20, 2015Patch LocalStream
Portsmouth Public Library (NH) Youth Services
Today is a big day - we’ve got our “Come as Your hero Party”! Costumes are encouraged but not required. It’s going to be a fun filled day at the library: 9:30 a.m. Crochet with Rebecca (FULL) 10 a...
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Sheriffs Make Arrests for Criminal Trespass, Drug Sales, Other Charges
Plus, Manchester man arrested on numerous forgery counts; Maine man arrested on driving, drug charges; others arrested for burglary, theft.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 20, 20150Patch LocalStream
Blue Ocean Society for Marine Conservation
Despite foggy shores, it was a beautiful day out at Jeffreys Ledge! Full report here:http://www.atlanticwhalewatch.com/?page_id=367
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McPherson: RiverRun Event Date Change
Please join us at RiverRun Bookstore in Portsmouth on August 2.By SCOTT MCPHERSON (Open Post) Jul 20, 20150Patch LocalStream
Portsmouth Public Library (NH) Youth Services
Looks who is coming to the library on Thursday!http://www.wildlifeencountersnh.com/
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GlasNight @ UNO in Dover on Aug. 27
Raise Your Gläs...And Paint It! Come dine and drink while learning how to hand paint wine glasses!By GLÄSNIGHT (Open Post) Jul 20, 20150Patch LocalStream
The Greater Portsmouth Chamber of Commerce
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Portsmouth Arrest Log: Child Arrested for Damaging Banister
Plus, woman charged with attempted burglary and Amherst woman arrested on bad checks, criminal liability charges.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 19, 20150Patch LocalStream
The Greater Portsmouth Chamber of Commerce
The Portsmouth Rotary Club’s Thunder XC5k is August 1st! Register today:https://www.runreg.com/portsmouth-rotary-5k-x-c-race
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The Week in Review: Politics, Crime, Arts, and More
Some of the posts and stories last week on Portsmouth NH Patch.By TONY SCHINELLA (Patch Staff) Jul 19, 2015
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