Ghosts, goblins and more fall fun Oct 13, 2009
The in Plymouth, Massachusetts, promises a ghost tour, corn maze, indoor water playground and rates that are 30 percent off on Friday nights throughout October. You can be scared a lot or a little. (CNN)
New US law helps ill students keep health coverage Oct 10, 2009
It is named for Michelle Morse, who died of colon cancer at age 22 in 2005, six months after graduating from Plymouth State University ... Sara Jayne Steen, president of Plymouth State University, said no one can spare families the pain of losing a child, but Michelle's Law will at least eliminate the tough choice between treatment and education. (Concord Monitor)
High school football: Warriors will look for holes in BG's armor Oct 9, 2009
The others are Salem (Division I), Nashua North (Division I), Bishop Guertin (Division II), Souhegan (Division III), Plymouth (Division IV), Bow (Division V), Trinity (Division V), Inter-Lakes (Division VI) and Winnisquam (Division VI). Exeter's last unbeaten season came in 2003, when the Blue Hawks beat BG in the Division II semifinals and then capped their season with a victory over Winnacunnet in the Division II championship game. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
HINGHAM YESTERDAYS: Price of rubber boots, shoes soars Oct 6, 2009
The Hingham High School boys soccer team bounced back from a loss to Plymouth Carver with a 4 -0 victory over Weymouth South Friday, there record now stands at 2-3-0. Peter Barrett, Jr., Martin s Lane, son of Dr. & Mrs. Peter Barrett, has won the annual sailing award at Camp O-At-Ka, Maine. (Hingham Journal, MA)
AP Source: Staffer's diary used in Letterman plot Oct 6, 2009
She has also worked at "48 Hours Mystery." Calls to her home and her mother's home in Plymouth, N.H., went unanswered; a message left at her father's dental office wasn't returned Monday ... Associated Press Writer Karen Matthews in New York and AP photographer Jim Cole in Plymouth, N.H., contributed to this report. (Concord Monitor)
NH woman lived with defendant in extortion case Oct 5, 2009
Thirty-four-year-old Stephanie Birkitt, a Plymouth, N.H., native, made appearances on Letterman's program and raved about her boss in interviews. Last month, Birkitt moved to Manhattan. (Concord Monitor)
NH ranks first in low-income college students Oct 4, 2009
He attributed the ranking in part to efforts to make college more affordable at the system's four institutions: the University of New Hampshire, Keene State College, Plymouth State University and Granite State College. The four schools have increased in-state financial aid funding by an average of 15 percent in the last nine years. (Concord Monitor)
Rain dampens Greenway festivities Oct 4, 2009
The trooper, whose name was not released, was taken to Jordan Hospital in Plymouth with minor injuries, Murray said ... The Plymouth and Bourne fire departments aided the trooper at the scene and transported him to the hospital, Murray said. (Boston Globe)
Decker, defense help UNH pound Towson Oct 4, 2009
Plymouth St. 38, WNEC 21 - J.J. Brooks threw three touchdown passes in the first half and the visiting Panthers (4-1, 2-0 NEFC) cruised past the Golden Bears (1-4, 0-2). Trinity 26, Williams 21 - In a NESCAC game in Hartford, Craig Drusbosky threw touchdown passes of 16 and 11 yards to Michael Galligan in the final 1:48 to lead the Bantams (2-0) past the Ephs (1-1) for their 12th straight win and 32d consecutive home victory. (Boston Globe)
Stephanie Birkitt: Letterman's Lover? Oct 3, 2009
Born January 7, 1975 in Plymouth, New Hampshire. Her father was a dentist and her mother an assistant principal. (Time.com)
HINGHAM POLICE FIRE LOG: Sept. 7-13, 2009 Sep 26, 2009
6:04 p.m. High St. and Plymouth River School. Father reports his son s skateboard was taken. (Hingham Journal, MA)
Jeff Schultz's weekend predictions Sep 25, 2009
If that s not enough, Brady is being sued for $1 million by two photographers who claim they were shot at presumably with muskets when they tried to take pictures of his Costa Rica wedding to noted hottie Gisele Bundchen and her Plymouth Rocks. It s not known if Brady actually ordered anybody to fire at the photographers, or if his head of security, Bill Belichick, just did that on his own. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Common Man Owner Gets Humanitarian Award Sep 22, 2009
Over the past 38 years, the family has grown to 17 restaurants, The Common Man Inn and Spa in Plymouth, The Common Man Inn in Claremont, and The Common Man Company Store in Ashland. Restaurants include Foster's Boiler Room and The Italian Farmhouse in Plymouth; Common Man Express in Ashland; The Common Man restaurants in Lincoln, Ashland, Concord, Windham, Merrimack, Claremont and Portsmouth; Tilt'n Diner in Tilton; Airport Diner in Manchester; and Lago, Camp, Town Docks and Lakehouse Grille in... (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Fall foliage in New England, from $28 a night Sep 19, 2009
from $150 per room per nightHop in a Mustang convertible and spend the weekend exploring Cape Cod, with Plymouth as your base. The Zoom and Boom package includes the Mustang convertible rental car for two days from with unlimited mileage, a driving map, two nights at the 122-room Hampton Inn & Suites Plymouth and breakfast daily. (MSNBC -- Travel)
This weekend's N.E. games Sep 11, 2009
MOUNT IDA at PLYMOUTH STATE Young Mustangs need to grow up fast: Panthers have not forgotten the only blemish on their 2008 schedule. ENDICOTT at RENSSELAER After forcing nine turnovers in opener, ball-hawking Gulls need stingy defensive effort against 22d-ranked Engineers. (Boston Globe)
NH child was on wrong bus Sep 10, 2009
PLYMOUTH, N.H. (AP) -- A 5-year-old New Hampshire boy got on the wrong school bus after his first day of kindergarten, and it took his mother a while to find him ... Carol O'Haire, manager of Robertson Transit, said the driver told her someone from Plymouth Elementary School put the child on the bus by mistake. (Concord Monitor)
Robert MacKenzieBobSept. 26, 1938 - Aug. 26, 2009 Aug 30, 2009
Burial will follow at Park View Cemetery, New Plymouth. Condolences may be made to the family at. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Fame didn't separate Kennedy from little guy Aug 27, 2009
The Plymouth resident was 11 when she met the senator at his Washington office. He put the nervous girl at ease by first sending out his playful Portuguese water dogs. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
Young man stabbed on Roxbury street Aug 27, 2009
Investigators found the female baby in Plymouth, N.H., with Julie A. Corey, 35, of Worcester, a friend of the slaying victim, Darlene Haynes, 23. But Corey insisted that the baby was hers, authorities said. (Boston Globe)
Mesa Falls Marathon results Aug 25, 2009
176 Grace MAYLE NEW PLYMOUTH ID USA Half F 35 - 39 2:23:09 ... 273 Krista HILLMAN NEW PLYMOUTH ID USA Half F 30 - 34 2:56:22. (Rexburg Standard Journal, ID)
Historic preservation courses to be offered in NH Aug 15, 2009
CONCORD, N.H. (AP) -- New Hampshire's Plymouth State University is offering three courses on historic preservation at its Concord campus this fall. The graduate-level courses include cultural property law, historical preservation methods and documentation, and principles of historic preservation. (Concord Monitor)
NH fish and game rescues 2 hikers Aug 12, 2009
She was carried out and taken to a Plymouth hospital. 2009 The Associated Press. (Concord Monitor)
2 families vie for custody of baby girl taken from womb Aug 4, 2009
The child, believed by authorities to be Haynes s daughter, was found last week at a homeless shelter in Plymouth, N.H. Police said she was abducted by Julie Corey, 35, a friend of Haynes s who has been charged with kidnapping. She is currently being held in a New Hampshire jail on charges that she is a fugitive from justice. (Boston Globe)
Family didn't know baby was cut from womb Aug 1, 2009
Julie Corey is arrested in Plymouth, N.H., onWednesday, accused of kidnapping a baby that had been cut out of the womb of a dead friend. . (MSNBC -- Crime)
Maine gay marriage foes submit challenges Aug 1, 2009
Bob Emrich, pastor of Emmanuel Baptist Church in Plymouth, also criticized lawmakers for "mocking and disparaging the deeply held faith of Maine people" before they voted to recognize same sex marriages this spring. Gay marriage supporters said they weren't surprised by Friday's filing and stressed their own efforts to marshal support for their cause. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Politics)
Baby girl cut from mom's womb is found; 2 arrested... Jul 31, 2009
and a male companion were arrested in Plymouth, N.H., where police found them with the child ... A newspaper report said she arrived at a Plymouth homeless shelter Tuesday night. (The Drudge Report)
NH to get over $5M to hire and rehire police Jul 29, 2009
Alton, Claremont, Epping, Plymouth, Lincoln, Alexandria, Franklin, Wakefield and Concord are getting funding for one officer. 2009 The Associated Press. (Concord Monitor)
Framingham assistant superintendent ready to get started Jul 27, 2009
Before Blackstone-Millville, Tyrie was superintendent of the School Administrative Union 24 in Henniker, N.H. She also worked as assistant superintendent in Franklin, N.H., and Plymouth, Mass ... While in Plymouth, she worked as assistant superintendent with Hiersche, when he was that city's school superintendent, he said. (Framingham TAB, MA)
Framingham board considers new start time for Cameron School Jul 23, 2009
Before her current post, Tyrie was superintendent of the School Administrative Union 24 in Henniker, N.H. She also worked as assistant superintendent in Franklin, N.H., and Plymouth. She also taught in New Hampshire schools, plus in Kuwait and Italy. (Framingham TAB, MA)
Golfers battle bad weather at New England Amateur Jul 22, 2009
Dunham, who is currently the goalie coach with the New York Islanders, is a member at Old Sandwich Golf Club in Plymouth, Mass. The 162-player field will be trimmed to the lowest 40 scores plus ties following todays second round. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
A doll leads Norah to a love of history Jul 15, 2009
Felicity has watched Norah s love of history grow over these two decades from a child with a passion for the past, to a college girl getting master s degrees in social work and education, to an interpreter in an armory museum, to an actress at Old Sturbridge Village, to an historical interpreter at Plymouth Plantation, to her new job as director of programs for the Braintree Historical Society ... Two years ago, Norah moved backward in time and took on the role of Alice Bradford, a 38-year-old... (Braintree Forum, MA)
Race for the Cure results Jul 15, 2009
13-Rachel Pedersen, 20*, Plymouth, MN 21:45. 59-Rian Hutchison, 16, Brainerd, MN 21:53. (Brainerd Daily Dispatch)
Plymouth State U honored a good place to work Jul 8, 2009
PLYMOUTH, N.H. (AP) -- Plymouth State University is being cited as a great place to work. The rating by the Chronicle of Higher Education recognized Plymouth State in eight categories, making it the only New Hampshire school to be listed in more than one ... Plymouth state was listed in the top ten medium-sized schools in categories including retirement plans; collaborative governance; disability, health and life insurance; and overall satisfaction with benefits. (Concord Monitor)
3 victims of NH shooting remembered Jul 4, 2009
and Gary Jones of Plymouth, Mass. The victims' faces and names are etched into the bench with words of remembrance. (Concord Monitor)
Fewer bike week crashes this year in NH Jun 23, 2009
On Saturday, a rider exiting Interstate 93 near exit 26 in Plymouth couldn't make the curve. The motorcycle went over the curb and into the grass median. (Concord Monitor)
NH government leaders hestitant to cut tourim division's budget Jun 22, 2009
According to a recent tourism study by Plymouth State University, the state's $5. 8 million spent in the fiscal year of 2008 led to a return on investment of more than $454 million in revenue to the industry a total of $76. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Portsmouth's Booma Post 6 has tough act to follow Jun 22, 2009
Division A-I consists of Concord, Laconia, Plymouth and two Manchester teams: Sweeney and Post 79. District B was also split up with six teams in Division B-I and five squads in B-II. The top two teams in each division (eight total) will advance to the state tournament. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
NH electric co-op seeking funds for 'smart' meters Jun 17, 2009
PLYMOUTH, N.H. (AP) -- New Hampshire Electric Cooperative executives are exploring whether federal stimulus funds can be used to replace traditional electric meters with "smart" ones. Currently, residential members pay a flat rate for kilowatt hours used, and the usage information is collected by someone who comes to each house and reads a meter. (Concord Monitor)
New Mexico Chrysler dealers enraged by closures Jun 16, 2009
In Raton, Phil Cimino, owner of Cimino Brothers Chrysler Plymouth, will continue to operate as a Ford Lincoln Mercury dealer. He hopes to keep his 14 workers. (New Mexico Business Weekly, NM)
America's 'Top 100 Family Campgrounds' Announced by ReserveAmerica May 23, 2009
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Plymouth State holds commencement May 17, 2009
PLYMOUTH, N.H. (AP) -- Plymouth State University graduated a record 875 students on Saturday and honored the mother of an alum who fought for insurance coverage for ill students ... Morse's daughter, Michelle, was diagnosed with cancer while at Plymouth State and maintained a full course load to keep her insurance coverage. (Concord Monitor)
First wave of college commencements in NH May 11, 2009
At Plymouth State University on Saturday, more than 300 graduates heard from humorist and television host Fritz Wetherbee, who said even though times may be bad with the economy, wars, swine flu and everything else, he is hopeful for the future because he believes Americans have become more tolerant. Several hundred Keene State College students also received degrees Saturday. (Concord Monitor)
Keene, Plymouth commencements on Saturday May 10, 2009
CONCORD, N.H. (AP) -- Commencement season is underway in New Hampshire, with graduates receiving degrees on Saturday at Keene State College and Plymouth State University. At Plymouth, a record 389 advanced degrees are being presented. (Concord Monitor)
NH Council confirms several department nominees May 7, 2009
Barry, a longtime professor and administrator at Plymouth State University, is a former elementary school teacher and principal. Reardon, an attorney, is serving her seventh term in the New Hampshire House of Representatives. (Concord Monitor)
Gay marriage heat on Lynch May 5, 2009
Mo Baxley, executive director of New Hampshire Freedom to Marry Coalition, said volunteers with petitions fanned out Saturday and Sunday to Concord, Portsmouth, Keene, Plymouth and Manchester. In Portsmouth, volunteers were in Market Square and will remain there during the lunch hour this week. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Psychiatrist focus of probe in girl's death Apr 30, 2009
BOSTON The psychiatrist of Rebecca Riley, the 4-year-old who died of an overdose of psychiatric drugs in 2006, is the focus of a grand jury probe in Plymouth County that is expected to be completed in about a month, according to an attorney and court records ... Keith Luke, 22, who was indicted by a Plymouth County grand jury, had been scheduled to appear in Superior Court today. (Boston Globe)
NH Senate votes to allow gay marriage Apr 30, 2009
Deborah Reynolds, a Democrat from Plymouth. Opponents argued that marriage is a sacred religious institution that would be cheapened by allowing gays to marry. (Concord Monitor)
Constructions starts on NH university ice arena Apr 30, 2009
PLYMOUTH, N.H. (AP) -- Construction has started on a $16. 4 million ice arena at Plymouth State University. (Concord Monitor)
N.H. visitation sites struggling to stay open amid woes Apr 28, 2009
Facilities in Plymouth and Salem closed in January after federal funding was shifted to the centers in Concord, Manchester, and White River Junction, Vt. and officials in Nashua say they could be next. (Boston Globe)
Lynch to nominate 3 new department heads Apr 15, 2009
Barry has been a longtime professor and administrator at Plymouth State University. She's a former elementary school teacher and principal. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Bed, Breakfast & Barrels Apr 11, 2009
The Shenandoah Valley and the town of Plymouth are near the junction of Highways 16 and 49 in Amador County. The winery and the Amador Harvest Inn (run by the same family) are 5 miles east of Plymouth ... Tasting room open daily, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Amador Harvest Inn, 12455 Steiner Road, Plymouth, CA 95669. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
Plymouth St. offers reward after fires Apr 5, 2009
PLYMOUTH, N.H. (AP) -- Plymouth State University is offering a reward after two more fires were set in dormitories ... There now have been five suspicious fires in Plymouth State University dorms this school year. (Concord Monitor)
Philip Rowe appointed Endicott men's basketball coach Apr 4, 2009
Rowe has served as the head coach at the University of New Hampshire (1999-05), Keene State (1996-99), Plymouth State (1985-90), and New England College (1978-84), and has been an assistant at George Washington University (2005-06), Boston University (1990-92), and St. Anselm College (1984-85) ... Rowe has a history of transforming basketball programs, as he did at NEC, Plymouth State and Keene State ... At Plymouth State, Rowe turned the Panthers from a last place team into a nationally ranked... (Ecgulls.com)
Portsmouth area community calendar Mar 23, 2009
n Alzheimer's Inside and Out: an Alzheimer's workshop for caregivers, will be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday, April 16 at The Common Man Inn, 231 Main St., Plymouth, N.H. This interactive workshop will focus on understanding the experience of the individual with Alzheimer's, connecting with the individual's frustration, anger, and fear. Practical tips, tools, and techniques will be presented on various issues such as communication and addressing challenging behaviors. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Men's Hockey: Alan Thompson proving his worth in senior season Mar 10, 2009
A Gilford, N.H. native, Thompson originally tore his anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) while playing football at Holderness School, in nearby Plymouth, in the team's season opener. Though Thompson had already scored two touchdowns in the game's first six minutes, this game tape would not go on his personal highlight reel. (The New Hampshire, NH)
Vermont Hockey Falls to New Hampshire in Season Finale Mar 9, 2009
Juniors Viktor Stlberg (Gothenburg, Sweden) and Colin Vock (Plymouth, Mich. also scored goals for the Catamounts. (WCAX.com, VT)
Freshman takes spinal cord injury in stride Mar 6, 2009
Before committing to UNH, Brooke applied to Plymouth State University, Keene State College and Curry College. She chose UNH because it was closer to her Hampton, N.H., home, which would make it easier for her to go home and rest, as well as the proximity to her physical therapy location. (The New Hampshire, NH)
Driver has heart attack; car hits pizzeria Mar 4, 2009
arrested Christopher John Lagos of Plymouth on Monday at his Venice home. The department said Lagos has not made payments in more than six years and owes about $196,434. (Boston Globe)
Freudenberg closing Franklin, NH plant Feb 25, 2009
Based in Plymouth, Mich. Freudenberg-NOK General Partnership has plants in Ashland, Bristol, Franklin, Manchester and Northfield. (Concord Monitor)
Latest Montana news, sports, business, entertainment Feb 23, 2009
Marcia Gibson is acting treasurer for the Plymouth Congregational Church in Helena. She says a drop-off in attendance among younger people is taking a toll on donations. (Montana Standard, MT)
Family Vacation? Ugh Feb 22, 2009
On this occasion, my wife stayed home with the dog, so it was just the two of us making the four-hour drive from Plymouth to visit my sister and her family. I figured this chunk of father-daughter time might lead to the kind of deep conversation we never seem to have these days -- school, relationships, the long-term outlook for crude oil. (Boston Globe)
Exeter/Hampton/Rockingham area community calndnar Feb 20, 2009
"Newfieldsn Red Cross blood drive,: sponsored by Newfields Fire and Rescue will be held from 2 to 7 p.m. Monday, Feb. 23 at Newfields Elementary School, 9 Piscassic Road. Donors can enjoy pizza and popcorn sponsored by Stratham-Newfields Veterinary Hospital. (800) 262-2660.Newmarketn GREAT BAY ATHLETIC CLUB: February adult and junior indoor tennis clinic Feb. 23-27 at 191 Exeter Road, Newmarket. Enrollment open to both members and non-members and costs $50 a day, or $180 for all four days.... (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Police Log for February 10 Feb 11, 2009
Alexandra Gennaro, 18, of 33 Cross Country Lane, Plymouth, unlawful intoxication, Christensen Hall - third floor, 11:00 p.m.. Feb. 7Katherine E. Blandy, 18, of 105 Rockingham Rd., Cherry Hill, N.J., possession of drugs, unlawful possession of alcohol, Lord Hall - Room 306, 2:38 a.m.. (The New Hampshire, NH)
Harvard offers early retirement packages Feb 11, 2009
PLYMOUTH, N.H. Trayless dining at university saves dough Plymouth State University says getting rid of dining trays a year ago in its main dining hall has saved food, energy, and water. Plymouth State says it has saved nearly $160,000, in large part by cutting about 35 tons of food in the past year. (Boston Globe)
NH dog tracks fight bill to ban racing Feb 11, 2009
The bill's prime sponsor, Plymouth Democrat Mary Cooney, said the animals are kept most of the day in crates and called the treatment inhumane. "How we treat our pets says a lot about how we treat each other," Cooney said. (Concord Monitor)
