Woonsocket hiker rescued from Garfield Ridge in New Hampshire

(WJAR) — New Hampshire Fish and Game Department announced that an “unprepared hiker” from Woonsocket was rescued from Garfield Ridge last week. According to officials, they received a report of a hiker in need of help just before midnight last Thursday. …

Maine lobsterman faces charges for fishing violations in New Hampshire

The man from Friendship is accused of moving his operations from Maine to New Hampshire after recent suspensions in his home state, officials said. PORTSMOUTH, N.H. — A man from Friendship is facing several charges related to illegal lobstering practices. …

Results of New Hampshire waste study reveal missed opportunities for diversion

Video: More cool, rainy weather ahead in New Hampshire

Waves of moisture around a slow-moving area of low pressure will bring more rounds of rain over the next several days, but it won't be raining the entire time. Some places could pick up another couple of inches by the end of the week. Temperatures stay …

MP backs 'once-in-a-generation' plan for new rail service

Satvir Kaur, Labour MP for Southampton Test, is urging the Office of Rail and Road (ORR) to approve an application to reopen part of the Totton to Hythe branch line. The line, which once went as far south as Fawley, has been freight-only since the 1960s. …

Delight at new ‘springboard’ trade deal

Southampton-based Lakbir Singh, chief operating officer at the India Business Group, said the newly-sign deal will prompt innovation, attract investment, and boost the UK’s global leadership. He said: “The UK–India trade agreement is not just a milestone, …

The Abandoned Train of Bartlett, New Hampshire

Where rusted bolts and tattered fabric, three coach cars, a swayback flat car, and a coal car are found, visitors can almost hear echoes of the past as the breeze blows through the shattered windows of abandoned train cars. It's easy to imagine the …

Unprepared hiker rescued from snowy New Hampshire trail

FRANCONIA, New Hampshire (WGME) -- Officials say an unprepared hiker from Rhode Island found himself in need of help on a trail in New Hampshire after encountering snow and ice. Just before midnight last Thursday, New Hampshire Fish and Game got a report …

Two hikers rescued on New Hampshire trails; one likely to be billed

Local News Shutterstock New Hampshire conservation officers and volunteers rescued a 39-year-old Rhode Island man from a trail early Friday morning, with officials saying the man will likely be billed for the effort. The New Hampshire Fish and Game …

New Hampshire crews rescue 2 lost hikers in 2 days

FRANCONIA, N.H. (WCAX) - Two hikers were rescued just a day apart last week after getting lost in the White Mountains. New Hampshire authorities say Edward Pimental, 39, of Woonsocket, Rhode Island, planned to hike Franconia Ridge last Wednesday. Rescue …