Portsmouth's Week in Review: Crashes, Arrests, Marijuana, Politics, and More

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

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...

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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, 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