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Eleven new graduates from the Empowered Futures Program are set to join the childcare industry, addressing New Hampshires $56 million annual shortage. This ten-week course provides comprehensive training, practical experience, and mentorship, equipping individuals with the skills to become qualified childcare providers and benefiting both the workforce and the wider community.

A man, Branden Bannister, is charged with stabbing a security guard at Boston Medical Center, facing assault, battery, and cocaine trafficking charges. The incident occurred during a confrontation with security, allegedly over items Bannister claimed were his. Bannisters attorney suggests he was at the hospital for his childs birth. The attack has raised concerns for healthcare worker safety, with a union executive calling for increased protection. Bannister is due back in court next month.

New Hampshires housing market has seen a consistent rise in single-family home prices for seventy months, with a median price of $525,000 in November, a 5% increase from last year. Despite this, the state still faces a historically low housing inventory, with less than half the supply needed for a balanced market. However, theres a slight improvement, with an 11% increase in single-family homes available compared to last November. Buyers are becoming more flexible, exploring different locations and housing types, including multi-generational homes. The median age for first-time home buyers is now around forty, and efforts are being made to lower this age.

In a tragic turn of events, a man in Londonderry, New Hampshire, died by suicide following a lengthy standoff with police. The incident began when Manchester police spotted the man, believed to be armed and in a mental health crisis, and attempted to stop his vehicle. He drove into Londonderry, halting near a gas station. A standoff ensued, with negotiators trying to persuade him to exit his vehicle. Despite an exchange of gunfire, no one was injured. The mans death underscores the complex challenges law enforcement faces in mental health crises, emphasizing the need for mental health support and resources in our communities.

New investigation reveals DCFs failure in recognizing warning signs before Azella Ortizs death. Four-year-old Worcester girl died from blunt force injuries, while her siblings were hospitalized with signs of abuse and neglect. DCF had multiple visits and action plans but failed to prevent the tragedy, leading to calls for significant policy changes and increased funding.

A Framingham man, Eric Freeman, miraculously survived a life-threatening car accident caused by a falling tree during a windstorm. Despite severe injuries, including a titanium connection between his head and spine, Freeman remains optimistic about his recovery. He aims to return home and ski by next winter, demonstrating remarkable resilience.

A familys home on North Water Street in Boscawen was destroyed by fire, but they managed to escape safely. This incident, along with two others in the area, has raised concerns among residents. The family, including Sean Watson and his parents, had lived in the house for twenty years, making the loss particularly devastating. The fire, located on a hill near the towns border, caused extensive damage and required emergency crews from across the region to respond. The community is now dealing with the aftermath of these multiple destructive events.

New Hampshires Wednesday evening commute was treacherous due to snow and freezing rain, causing slick road conditions and reduced visibility. Authorities advised extreme caution and urged against unnecessary travel. With temperatures dropping below freezing, black ice could pose a risk on Thursday morning. Stay weather-aware and drive safely.

Center for Biological Diversity sues Trump administration over National Park annual pass design, alleging violation of federal law and undermining of public photo contest.