Alan Rumrill kicks off Amos Fortune Forum in Jaffrey

Alan Rumrill will open the 78th annual Amos Fortune Forum summer speaker series with “Monadnock Originals: Colorful Characters from New Hampshire’s Quiet Corner” on Friday, July 11 at 8 p.m. at the Meetinghouse, Jaffrey Center, Jaffrey.

New Hampshire home prices hit an all-time record high amid housing shortage

By SRUTHI GOPALAKRISHNAN

The cost of owning a home in New Hampshire just hit a new record, with the median price for single-family houses soaring to $565,000 in June — a sign that the state’s housing crisis is deepening.

PHOTOS: Memorial Park hosts Antrim’s July 4 celebration

The Antrim Historical Society hosted the annual breakfast buffet and reading of the Declaration of Independence at the bandstand at Memorial Park on July 4. Antrim’s Boy Scout Troop 2 led the group in the Pledge of Allegiance.

Christian McEwen talks about listening at Monadnock Summer Lyceum

By JESSECA TIMMONS

Author, educator and activist Christian McEwen recalled that the first time she saw someone reach for their phone “during the happy hubbub of a family Thanksgiving,” she was “startled by her rudeness.”

Lil’ Sprouts are part of farmers’ market in Jaffrey

By ASHLEY SAARI

Enterprising young crafters and farmers can practice their vending skills at the farmers’ market in Jaffrey, as part of the TEAM Jaffrey’s Lil’ Sprouts program.

Sisters at Francestown Community Market are part of collective for refugee farmers

By JESSECA TIMMONS

Every Friday at the Francestown Community Market, sisters Nasteho and Shamsa Mohamed will be selling produce grown by their parents, Khamis and Khadija. 

U.S. Sen. Jeanne Shaheen speaks in Peterborough about loss of energy credits

By DAVID ALLEN

One day after urging her U.S. Senate colleagues to renew support for energy efficiency and clean energy tax credits, New Hampshire Democratic Sen. Jeanne Shaheen lamented how these are not widespread priorities among her fellow legislators. 

PHOTOS: Temple celebrates Independence Day

Temple celebrated Independence Day with activities, competitions and music on July 4.

PHOTOS: Francestown and Greenfield celebrate July 4

By JESSECA TIMMONS

After the event outgrew Francestown Town Hall and the horse sheds, the town’s Recreation Committee moved the July 4 celebration to the Francestown Sports Complex.

Training for the trail

As part of Contry Hill Farm’s two-day Advanced Trail Camp, campers took to the Mason Rail Trail for a ride.

Greenville woman dies in motorcycle accident

A Greenville woman died after a crash on West Shore Road in Alexandria on July 4.

PHOTOS: Greenville Pots and Pans Parade celebrates Independence Day

Greenville hosted its annual Pots and Pans Parade at midnight July 4, after a festival that included music and street dancing, food and beverages and a fireworks display.

Monthly Wilton gatherings provide opportunity to share around the fire

By JESSECA TIMMONS

Each month in Wilton, community members led by “firekeeper” Chris Griffin gather around a sacred fire to share about their lives, connect and release their burdens. 

‘Movies Under the Stars’ begins in Peterborough July 9

The inaugural “Movies Under the Stars” series will launch in downtown Peterborough on Wednesday, July 9, at Putnam Park. The free outdoor movie nights will continue through Aug. 28, with festivities starting at 7 p.m. and films beginning at dusk. A rain date is scheduled for July 16.

Dublin School students write book honoring police officer

First- and second-graders at Dublin Consolidated School recently wrote and illustrated a book honoring Dublin Police Officer Stephen Dalterio and his dog, Felix.

Little Free Library opens in front of Monadnock Inn in Jaffrey

By ASHLEY SAARI

In front of the Monadnock Inn on Main Street in Jaffrey, there is a new addition – a little green box on a post, filled with books. 

Amanda Bergeron and Izabelle Rollins earn Harris Center Environmental Leadership Awards

The Harris Center for Conservation Education has announced the 2025 recipients of its Environmental Leadership Scholarship Award. The $2,500 scholarships are awarded annually to two graduating seniors who have shown a commitment to environmental issues and a desire to make a difference in their communities.

Monadnock Center for Violence Prevention receives award

At its May 5 meeting, 100+ Women Who Care Cheshire County selected Monadnock Center for Violence Prevention to receive this quarter’s donations, totaling $19,000.

RECIPE FOR A HEALTHY PLANET: Lisa Murray – Sweet potato pie is a good dish for those trying veganism

I have introduced my niece, Alex, in a previous column. She came to live with me and my husband a few months ago and was game to try veganism. I am delighted that she agreed to be a guest columnist for me this month. I’m sure you will enjoy her views, tips, and delicious recipe!

The Greenfield Beat: Jesseca Timmons – Moving forward at the Meetinghouse

The Friends of the Greenfield Meetinghouse would like to thank everyone who supported us during NH Gives this year! Extra special thanks to Greenfield’s own GWY Company for a very generous donation of $5,000 to the Meetinghouse building fund. In total, we raised about $10,000 in 24 hours.